For a wedding with 250 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $46,225 - $56,497. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Birmingham AL is approximately $205. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,225 - $56,497.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,225 - $56,497 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $442 - $540. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,633 - $3,219. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,075 - $3,759 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$442 - $540 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,633 - $3,219 |
5.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Birmingham AL is $956 - $1,168. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Birmingham AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$956 - $1,168 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$956 - $1,168 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $232 - $284. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,476 - $4,248, which is 7.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Birmingham AL typically budget around $3,003 - $3,671 which is 6.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,476 - $4,248 |
7.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,003 - $3,671 |
6.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $27,814 - $33,994, which is about 60.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,814 - $33,994 |
60.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,393 - $6,591 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,471 - $12,797 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,149 - $9,959 |
17.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,802 - $4,646 |
8.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,713 - $4,538. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,713 - $4,538 |
8.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$688 - $840 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,315 - $1,607 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,587 - $1,939.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,587 - $1,939 |
3.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$868 - $1,060 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$439 - $537 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,584 - $1,936. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,584 - $1,936 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$268 - $328 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$409 - $499 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$175 - $213 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,461 - $1,785, which is about 3.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,461 - $1,785 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,461 - $1,785 |
3.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Birmingham AL area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $1,633 - $1,995. This service accounts for 3.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,633 - $1,995 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,633 - $1,995 |
3.5% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $467 - $571.
| Transportation Cost |
$467 - $571 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$467 - $571 |
1.0% |