For a wedding with 175 guests in the Mobile, the estimated total cost is around $34,952 - $42,719. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mobile is approximately $222. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,952 - $42,719.
The average wedding cost in Mobile is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,952 - $42,719 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mobile AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $167 - $204. 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 $180 - $220.
In Mobile AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $993 - $1,213. This represents about 2.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,415 - $1,729 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$993 - $1,213 |
2.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Mobile is $573 - $701. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mobile area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$573 - $701 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$573 - $701 |
1.6% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,245 - $1,521, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Mobile area is $863 - $1,055.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,245 - $1,521 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$863 - $1,055 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$382 - $466 |
1.1% |
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 Mobile, you should budget approximately $17,538 - $21,436, which is about 50.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,538 - $21,436 |
50.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,199 - $3,909 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,211 - $7,591 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,874 - $7,180 |
16.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,255 - $2,756 |
6.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,658 - $3,248. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,658 - $3,248 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$394 - $482 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$501 - $613 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$725 - $886 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$464 - $567 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $985 - $1,203. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$985 - $1,203 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$160 - $196 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$246 - $300 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$140 - $172 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $588 - $718, 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 $354 - $432, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,511 - $4,291 |
10.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,570 - $3,141 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$588 - $718 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$354 - $432 |
1.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Mobile AL spend between $2,296 - $2,806 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mobile with 175 guests spend between $1,994 - $2,437 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,296 - $2,806 |
6.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$302 - $370 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,994 - $2,437 |
5.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Mobile is estimated to be $1,319 - $1,613. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,319 - $1,613 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,319 - $1,613 |
3.8% |
