For a wedding with 175 guests in the Hoover, AL, the estimated total cost is around $37,740 - $46,126. 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 $240. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,740 - $46,126.
The average wedding cost in Hoover, AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,740 - $46,126 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 $302 - $370. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $337 - $411.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,850 - $2,262. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,613 - $3,193 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$302 - $370 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,850 - $2,262 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Hoover, AL is $629 - $769. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$629 - $769 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$629 - $769 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Hoover, AL is $212 - $260. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $851 - $1,041, which is 2.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Hoover, AL area is $851 - $1,041.
| Entertainment Cost |
$851 - $1,041 |
2.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$851 - $1,041 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Hoover, AL, you should budget approximately $14,462 - $17,676, which is about 38.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,462 - $17,676 |
38.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,237 - $7,623 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,038 - $7,380 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,187 - $2,673 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,688 - $3,286. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,688 - $3,286 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$402 - $492 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$510 - $624 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$701 - $857 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$498 - $608 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $770 - $941.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$770 - $941 |
2.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$524 - $640 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$246 - $300 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $860 - $1,051. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$860 - $1,051 |
2.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$234 - $286 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$180 - $220 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $961 - $1,175, which is about 2.5% 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 $578 - $706, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,518 - $7,966 |
17.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$205 - $251 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,233 - $5,173 |
11.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$298 - $364 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$961 - $1,175 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$578 - $706 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$219 - $267 |
0.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$385 - $471 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$385 - $471 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Hoover, AL spend between $4,766 - $5,825 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Hoover, AL with 175 guests spend between $2,270 - $2,774 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Hoover, AL is $1,940 - $2,372. This makes up a portion of your (5.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,766 - $5,825 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$555 - $679 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,270 - $2,774 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,940 - $2,372 |
5.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Hoover, AL is estimated to be $1,595 - $1,949. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,595 - $1,949 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,595 - $1,949 |
4.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,173 - $1,433.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,173 - $1,433 |
3.1% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
3.1% |