For a wedding with 38 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $22,242 - $27,184. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $650. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,242 - $27,184.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,242 - $27,184 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 $312 - $382. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $322 - $394.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,773 - $2,167. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,553 - $3,121 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$312 - $382 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$146 - $178 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$322 - $394 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,773 - $2,167 |
8.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Birmingham AL is $137 - $167. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Birmingham AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$137 - $167 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$137 - $167 |
0.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $237 - $289. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$237 - $289 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,516 - $1,852, which is 6.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $1,048 - $1,280.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,516 - $1,852 |
6.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
4.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$468 - $572 |
2.1% |
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 Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $5,784 - $7,070, which is about 26.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,784 - $7,070 |
26.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$733 - $895 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,402 - $1,714 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,143 - $3,841 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$507 - $619 |
2.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,797 - $2,197. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,797 - $2,197 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$470 - $574 |
2.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$215 - $263 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$697 - $851 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$191 - $233 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$123 - $151 |
0.6% |
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 $408 - $498.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$408 - $498 |
1.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$121 - $147 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$121 - $147 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $221 - $270. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$221 - $270 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$38 - $46 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$59 - $72 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $951 - $1,163, which is about 4.3% 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 $599 - $733, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,551 - $1,895 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$951 - $1,163 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$599 - $733 |
2.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $776 - $948.
| Other Events Cost |
$776 - $948 |
3.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$776 - $948 |
3.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $5,038 - $6,158 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 38 guests spend between $2,424 - $2,962 on wedding photography, which is about 10.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $1,850 - $2,262. This makes up a portion of your (8.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,038 - $6,158 |
22.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $435 |
1.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$409 - $499 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,424 - $2,962 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,850 - $2,262 |
8.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $1,542 - $1,884. This service accounts for 6.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,542 - $1,884 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,542 - $1,884 |
6.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $683 - $835.
| Transportation Cost |
$683 - $835 |
3.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$499 - $609 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$185 - $226 |
0.8% |