For a wedding with 250 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $59,051 - $72,173. 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 $262. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,051 - $72,173.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,051 - $72,173 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 $414 - $506. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $446 - $546.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,439 - $2,981. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,491 - $4,267 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$414 - $506 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$192 - $234 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$446 - $546 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,439 - $2,981 |
4.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Birmingham AL is $922 - $1,126. 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 |
$922 - $1,126 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$922 - $1,126 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $218 - $266. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$218 - $266 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,794 - $4,638, which is 6.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Birmingham AL typically budget around $2,544 - $3,110 which is 4.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,794 - $4,638 |
6.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$412 - $504 |
0.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,544 - $3,110 |
4.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$838 - $1,024 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $27,454 - $33,554, which is about 46.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,454 - $33,554 |
46.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,093 - $6,225 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,817 - $11,999 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,919 - $10,901 |
15.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,624 - $4,430 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,717 - $4,543. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,717 - $4,543 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$427 - $521 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$653 - $799 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$545 - $667 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,157 - $1,415 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$740 - $904 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,562 - $1,909.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,562 - $1,909 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$826 - $1,010 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$442 - $540 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,640 - $2,004. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,640 - $2,004 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$277 - $339 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$130 - $158 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$412 - $504 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$193 - $235 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$246 - $300 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$194 - $238 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,309 - $1,599, which is about 2.2% 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 $794 - $970, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,782 - $9,512 |
13.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,680 - $6,942 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,309 - $1,599 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$794 - $970 |
1.3% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $685 - $837.
| Other Events Cost |
$685 - $837 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$685 - $837 |
1.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$365 - $447 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$365 - $447 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $4,118 - $5,034 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 250 guests spend between $2,113 - $2,583 on wedding photography, which is about 3.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $1,606 - $1,962. This makes up a portion of your (2.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,118 - $5,034 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$400 - $488 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,113 - $2,583 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,606 - $1,962 |
2.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $1,442 - $1,762. This service accounts for 2.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,442 - $1,762 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,442 - $1,762 |
2.4% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,633 - $1,995.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,633 - $1,995 |
2.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,633 - $1,995 |
2.8% |