For a wedding with 400 guests in the Mountain brook, the estimated total cost is around $87,708 - $107,198. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mountain brook is approximately $244. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $87,708 - $107,198.
The average wedding cost in Mountain brook is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $87,708 - $107,198 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 $428 - $524. 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 $461 - $563.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,553 - $3,121. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,637 - $4,445 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$428 - $524 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$194 - $238 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$461 - $563 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,553 - $3,121 |
2.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Mountain brook is $1,819 - $2,223. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mountain brook area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,819 - $2,223 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,819 - $2,223 |
2.1% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mountain brook is $224 - $274. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$224 - $274 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,363 - $4,111, which is 3.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Mountain brook typically budget around $2,906 - $3,552 which is 3.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,363 - $4,111 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$457 - $559 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,906 - $3,552 |
3.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Mountain brook, you should budget approximately $49,825 - $60,897, which is about 56.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$49,825 - $60,897 |
56.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,534 - $12,874 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,453 - $24,998 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,413 - $13,949 |
13.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,426 - $9,076 |
8.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,305 - $7,706. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,305 - $7,706 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$450 - $550 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$600 - $734 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,300 - $2,811 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,468 - $1,794 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,826 - $3,454.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,826 - $3,454 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$119 - $145 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$161 - $197 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,696 - $2,072 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,159 - $3,861. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,159 - $3,861 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$520 - $636 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$239 - $292 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$792 - $968 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$428 - $523 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$464 - $568 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$350 - $428 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$366 - $448 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,404 - $1,716, 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 $845 - $1,033, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,385 - $10,249 |
9.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,136 - $7,500 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,404 - $1,716 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$845 - $1,033 |
1.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mountain brook area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $750 - $916.
| Other Events Cost |
$750 - $916 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$750 - $916 |
0.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$366 - $448 |
0.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Mountain brook spend between $2,784 - $3,402 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mountain brook with 400 guests spend between $2,387 - $2,917 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,784 - $3,402 |
3.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$397 - $485 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,387 - $2,917 |
2.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,037 - $4,934.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,037 - $4,934 |
4.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$467 - $571 |
0.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,569 - $4,363 |
4.1% |