For a wedding with 250 guests in the Homewood, Alabama, the estimated total cost is around $44,924 - $54,907. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Homewood, Alabama is approximately $200. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,924 - $54,907.
The average wedding cost in Homewood, Alabama is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,924 - $54,907 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 $218 - $266. 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 $232 - $284.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,310 - $1,601. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,857 - $2,269 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,310 - $1,601 |
2.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Homewood, Alabama is $983 - $1,201. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Homewood, Alabama area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$983 - $1,201 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Homewood, Alabama is $203 - $249. 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 |
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,804 - $3,427, which is 6.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Homewood, Alabama typically budget around $2,410 - $2,946 which is 5.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,804 - $3,427 |
6.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$393 - $481 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,410 - $2,946 |
5.4% |
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 Homewood, Alabama, you should budget approximately $26,542 - $32,440, which is about 59.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,542 - $32,440 |
59.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,186 - $6,338 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,085 - $12,326 |
22.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,595 - $9,283 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,677 - $4,494 |
8.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,873 - $4,733. This accounts for roughly 8.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,873 - $4,733 |
8.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$437 - $534 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$194 - $238 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$553 - $675 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,241 - $1,517 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$769 - $939 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,481 - $1,810.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,481 - $1,810 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$433 - $529 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,514 - $1,850. This is approximately 3.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,514 - $1,850 |
3.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$245 - $299 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$401 - $490 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$199 - $243 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$163 - $199 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $743 - $909, 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 $443 - $541, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,186 - $1,450 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$743 - $909 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$443 - $541 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Homewood, Alabama area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Homewood, Alabama spend between $2,754 - $3,366 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Homewood, Alabama with 250 guests spend between $2,066 - $2,525 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,754 - $3,366 |
6.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$368 - $450 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,066 - $2,525 |
4.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Homewood, Alabama is estimated to be $1,501 - $1,835. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,501 - $1,835 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,501 - $1,835 |
3.3% |