For a wedding with 38 guests in the Hoover Alabama, the estimated total cost is around $24,296 - $29,696. 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 Alabama is approximately $710. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,296 - $29,696.
The average wedding cost in Hoover Alabama is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,296 - $29,696 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 $257 - $315. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $344 - $420.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,890 - $2,310. This represents about 7.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,597 - $3,174 |
10.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$344 - $420 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,890 - $2,310 |
7.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Hoover Alabama is $107 - $131. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Hoover Alabama area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$107 - $131 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Hoover Alabama is $130 - $158. 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 |
$130 - $158 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,258 - $1,538, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Hoover Alabama area is $885 - $1,081.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,258 - $1,538 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$885 - $1,081 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$374 - $457 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Hoover Alabama, you should budget approximately $4,150 - $5,072, which is about 17.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,150 - $5,072 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$498 - $608 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$966 - $1,180 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,312 - $2,826 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$374 - $458 |
1.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,226 - $1,498. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,226 - $1,498 |
5.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$352 - $430 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$153 - $187 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$447 - $547 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$120 - $146 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$86 - $105 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $132 - $162.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$132 - $162 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$90 - $110 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $87 - $107. This is approximately 0.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $844 - $1,032, which is about 3.5% 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 HIM) is estimated at $508 - $620, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,548 - $6,780 |
22.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$213 - $261 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,721 - $4,547 |
15.3% |
|
Necklace
|
$262 - $320 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$844 - $1,032 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$508 - $620 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Hoover Alabama area is $219 - $267. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$219 - $267 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$219 - $267 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $616 - $752.
| Other Events Cost |
$616 - $752 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$616 - $752 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$385 - $471 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Hoover Alabama spend between $3,346 - $4,090 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Hoover Alabama with 38 guests spend between $1,805 - $2,206 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Hoover Alabama is $1,542 - $1,884. This makes up a portion of your (6.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,346 - $4,090 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,805 - $2,206 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,542 - $1,884 |
6.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Hoover Alabama is estimated to be $1,440 - $1,760. This service accounts for 5.9% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Hoover Alabama is estimated to be $2,863 - $3,499. This service accounts for 11.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,303 - $5,259 |
17.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,440 - $1,760 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,863 - $3,499 |
11.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $194 - $237.
| Transportation Cost |
$194 - $237 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$194 - $237 |
0.8% |