For a wedding with 175 guests in the Athens AL, the estimated total cost is around $35,181 - $42,999. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Athens AL is approximately $223. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,181 - $42,999.
The average wedding cost in Athens AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,181 - $42,999 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Athens AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $192 - $234. 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 $206 - $252.
In Athens AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,143 - $1,397. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,628 - $1,990 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$206 - $252 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
3.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Athens AL is $597 - $729. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Athens AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$597 - $729 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$597 - $729 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Athens AL is $251 - $307. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,581 - $1,933, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Athens AL area is $1,096 - $1,340.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,581 - $1,933 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,096 - $1,340 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$485 - $593 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Athens AL, you should budget approximately $18,329 - $22,402, which is about 52.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,329 - $22,402 |
52.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,209 - $3,923 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,231 - $7,615 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,627 - $8,099 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,262 - $2,764 |
6.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,134 - $3,830. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,134 - $3,830 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $656 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$453 - $553 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$671 - $820 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$753 - $921 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$481 - $587 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,031 - $1,260.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,031 - $1,260 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$518 - $633 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$299 - $365 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,102 - $1,346. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,102 - $1,346 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$279 - $341 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$141 - $173 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$128 - $156 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $678 - $828, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$678 - $828 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$678 - $828 |
1.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Athens AL area is $241 - $295. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$241 - $295 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$241 - $295 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $796 - $972.
| Other Events Cost |
$796 - $972 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$796 - $972 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$386 - $472 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$386 - $472 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Athens AL spend between $5,429 - $6,635 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Athens AL with 175 guests spend between $3,073 - $3,755 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Athens AL is $2,356 - $2,880. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,429 - $6,635 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,073 - $3,755 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,356 - $2,880 |
6.7% |