For a wedding with 175 guests in the Opelika AL, the estimated total cost is around $41,684 - $50,947. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Opelika AL is approximately $265. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,684 - $50,947.
The average wedding cost in Opelika AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,684 - $50,947 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Opelika AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $188 - $230. 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 $203 - $248.
In Opelika AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,121 - $1,370. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,596 - $1,950 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$188 - $230 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,121 - $1,370 |
2.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Opelika AL is $609 - $745. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Opelika AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$609 - $745 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$609 - $745 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Opelika AL is $216 - $264. 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 |
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,980 - $4,864, which is 9.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Opelika AL typically budget around $2,692 - $3,290 which is 6.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,980 - $4,864 |
9.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$424 - $518 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,692 - $3,290 |
6.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$864 - $1,056 |
2.1% |
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 Opelika AL, you should budget approximately $18,665 - $22,813, which is about 44.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,665 - $22,813 |
44.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,393 - $4,147 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,586 - $8,050 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,294 - $7,692 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,392 - $2,924 |
5.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,893 - $3,535. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,893 - $3,535 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$427 - $521 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$555 - $679 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$770 - $941 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$534 - $652 |
1.3% |
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 $1,039 - $1,269.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,039 - $1,269 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$546 - $668 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$275 - $337 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,183 - $1,445. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,183 - $1,445 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$150 - $184 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $659 - $805, which is about 1.6% 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 $397 - $485, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,936 - $4,810 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,880 - $3,520 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$659 - $805 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$397 - $485 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Opelika AL area is $225 - $275. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$225 - $275 |
0.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$360 - $440 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Opelika AL spend between $2,468 - $3,016 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Opelika AL with 175 guests spend between $2,210 - $2,702 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,468 - $3,016 |
5.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,210 - $2,702 |
5.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Opelika AL is estimated to be $3,059 - $3,739. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,059 - $3,739 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,059 - $3,739 |
7.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,456 - $1,780.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,456 - $1,780 |
3.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$459 - $561 |
1.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$997 - $1,219 |
2.4% |