For a wedding with 250 guests in the Hoover, AL, the estimated total cost is around $30,479 - $37,253. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Hoover, AL is approximately $135. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,479 - $37,253.
The average wedding cost in Hoover, AL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,479 - $37,253 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $365 - $446.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,003 - $2,449. This represents about 6.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,757 - $3,369 |
9.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$365 - $446 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,003 - $2,449 |
6.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Hoover, AL is $921 - $1,125. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Hoover, AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$921 - $1,125 |
3.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Hoover, AL is $166 - $202. 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 |
$166 - $202 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$66 - $80 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $914 - $1,117, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Hoover, AL area is $914 - $1,117.
| Entertainment Cost |
$914 - $1,117 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$914 - $1,117 |
3.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Hoover, AL, you should budget approximately $18,341 - $22,417, which is about 60.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,341 - $22,417 |
60.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,266 - $10,102 |
27.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,871 - $8,397 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,205 - $3,917 |
10.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,396 - $4,150. This accounts for roughly 11.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,396 - $4,150 |
11.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$395 - $483 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$172 - $210 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$584 - $714 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$489 - $597 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,027 - $1,255 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$729 - $891 |
2.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,125 - $1,375.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,125 - $1,375 |
3.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$768 - $938 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$357 - $437 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $770 - $942. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$770 - $942 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$340 - $416 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Hoover, AL area is $219 - $267. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$219 - $267 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$219 - $267 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Hoover, AL spend between $1,872 - $2,288 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Hoover, AL with 250 guests spend between $1,872 - $2,288 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,872 - $2,288 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,872 - $2,288 |
6.1% |