For a wedding with 175 guests in the Mountain Brook, al, the estimated total cost is around $36,528 - $44,646. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mountain Brook, al is approximately $232. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,528 - $44,646.
The average wedding cost in Mountain Brook, al is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,528 - $44,646 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 $344 - $420. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $366 - $448.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,064 - $2,522. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,927 - $3,577 |
8.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$344 - $420 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$366 - $448 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,064 - $2,522 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Mountain Brook, al is $644 - $788. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mountain Brook, al area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$644 - $788 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$644 - $788 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mountain Brook, al is $201 - $245. 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 |
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,470 - $5,464, which is 12.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Mountain Brook, al area is $901 - $1,101.
For a live band, couples in Mountain Brook, al typically budget around $2,380 - $2,908 which is 6.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,470 - $5,464 |
12.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$901 - $1,101 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$389 - $475 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,380 - $2,908 |
6.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$801 - $979 |
2.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Mountain Brook, al, you should budget approximately $18,572 - $22,699, which is about 50.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,572 - $22,699 |
50.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,351 - $4,095 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,516 - $7,964 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,330 - $7,736 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,375 - $2,903 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,094 - $3,782. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,094 - $3,782 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$431 - $527 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$610 - $746 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$890 - $1,088 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$551 - $673 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,058 - $1,293.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,058 - $1,293 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$544 - $664 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$267 - $327 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $918 - $1,122. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$918 - $1,122 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$248 - $303 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mountain Brook, al area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Mountain Brook, al spend between $368 - $450 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$368 - $450 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$368 - $450 |
1.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Mountain Brook, al is estimated to be $2,997 - $3,663. This service accounts for 8.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,997 - $3,663 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,997 - $3,663 |
8.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,053 - $1,287.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,053 - $1,287 |
2.9% |