For a wedding with 175 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $44,096 - $53,896. 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 $280. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,096 - $53,896.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,096 - $53,896 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In New Brockton AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $234 - $286. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $242 - $296.
In New Brockton AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,331 - $1,627. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,916 - $2,342 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$234 - $286 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,331 - $1,627 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Birmingham AL is $658 - $804. 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 |
$658 - $804 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$658 - $804 |
1.5% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $225 - $275. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,459 - $1,783, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $1,009 - $1,233.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,459 - $1,783 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,009 - $1,233 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$450 - $550 |
1.0% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $23,573 - $28,811, which is about 53.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$23,573 - $28,811 |
53.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,737 - $4,567 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,149 - $8,737 |
16.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$10,103 - $12,348 |
22.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,585 - $3,159 |
5.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,044 - $2,498. This accounts for roughly 4.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,044 - $2,498 |
4.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$428 - $523 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$196 - $240 |
0.4% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,420 - $1,736 |
3.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,478 - $1,806. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,478 - $1,806 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$186 - $228 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$293 - $359 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $763 - $933, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $482 - $589, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,594 - $5,614 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,349 - $4,093 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$763 - $933 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$482 - $589 |
1.1% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $747 - $913.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,136 - $1,388 |
2.6% |
|
Lodging
|
$389 - $475 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$747 - $913 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $5,531 - $6,760 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 175 guests spend between $2,334 - $2,852 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $1,781 - $2,177. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,531 - $6,760 |
12.5% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$361 - $441 |
0.8% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$285 - $349 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$515 - $629 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,334 - $2,852 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,781 - $2,177 |
4.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $1,484 - $1,814. This service accounts for 3.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,484 - $1,814 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,484 - $1,814 |
3.4% |