For a wedding with 250 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $47,445 - $57,989. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Birmingham AL is approximately $211. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,445 - $57,989.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,445 - $57,989 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 $364 - $444. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $392 - $480.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,147 - $2,624. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,072 - $3,754 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$364 - $444 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$392 - $480 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,147 - $2,624 |
4.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Birmingham AL is $986 - $1,205. 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 |
$986 - $1,205 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$986 - $1,205 |
2.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,244 - $3,964, which is 6.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Birmingham AL typically budget around $2,791 - $3,411 which is 5.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,244 - $3,964 |
6.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$453 - $553 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,791 - $3,411 |
5.9% |
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 $29,613 - $36,193, which is about 62.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,613 - $36,193 |
62.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,444 - $6,654 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,494 - $12,826 |
22.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,800 - $11,978 |
20.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,875 - $4,736 |
8.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,943 - $4,819. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,943 - $4,819 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$439 - $537 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$596 - $728 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,238 - $1,513 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$791 - $967 |
1.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,643 - $2,008. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,643 - $2,008 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$287 - $351 |
0.6% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$429 - $525 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$280 - $342 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$256 - $312 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$365 - $447 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $2,687 - $3,285 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 250 guests spend between $2,318 - $2,833 on wedding photography, which is about 4.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,687 - $3,285 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,318 - $2,833 |
4.9% |
