For a wedding with 175 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $46,174 - $56,434. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Birmingham AL is approximately $293. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,174 - $56,434.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,174 - $56,434 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 $509 - $622. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,995 - $3,661. This represents about 6.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,504 - $4,282 |
7.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$509 - $622 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,995 - $3,661 |
6.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Birmingham AL is $702 - $858. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$702 - $858 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$702 - $858 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $228 - $278. 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 |
$228 - $278 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,494 - $5,492, which is 9.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Birmingham AL typically budget around $3,012 - $3,682 which is 6.5% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,494 - $5,492 |
9.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$489 - $597 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,012 - $3,682 |
6.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$993 - $1,213 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $21,070 - $25,752, which is about 45.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,070 - $25,752 |
45.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,785 - $4,627 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,296 - $8,918 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,295 - $8,916 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,694 - $3,292 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,334 - $4,074. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,334 - $4,074 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$471 - $575 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$214 - $262 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$503 - $615 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$652 - $796 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$882 - $1,078 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$612 - $748 |
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 $1,247 - $1,525.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,247 - $1,525 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$614 - $750 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$340 - $416 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,437 - $1,757. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,437 - $1,757 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$213 - $261 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$318 - $388 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Birmingham AL area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $5,380 - $6,576 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 175 guests spend between $2,831 - $3,460 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $2,150 - $2,628. This makes up a portion of your (4.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,380 - $6,576 |
11.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$400 - $488 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,831 - $3,460 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,150 - $2,628 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $3,533 - $4,318. This service accounts for 7.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,533 - $4,318 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,533 - $4,318 |
7.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,017 - $1,243.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.2% |