For a wedding with 125 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $30,902 - $37,769. 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 $275. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,902 - $37,769.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,902 - $37,769 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 $172 - $210. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $185 - $226.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,011 - $1,235. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,446 - $1,768 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$172 - $210 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$79 - $97 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$185 - $226 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,011 - $1,235 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Birmingham AL is $411 - $503. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$411 - $503 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $209 - $255. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$209 - $255 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,180 - $2,664, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $930 - $1,136.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,180 - $2,664 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$930 - $1,136 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$412 - $504 |
1.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$838 - $1,024 |
2.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $13,341 - $16,305, which is about 43.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,341 - $16,305 |
43.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,251 - $2,751 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,339 - $5,303 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,149 - $6,293 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,602 - $1,958 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,269 - $2,773. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,269 - $2,773 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$404 - $494 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$184 - $224 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$297 - $363 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$538 - $658 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$517 - $631 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$329 - $403 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $565 - $691.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$565 - $691 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$365 - $447 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$200 - $244 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $761 - $930. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$761 - $930 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $600 - $734, which is about 1.9% 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 $365 - $446, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$965 - $1,179 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$600 - $734 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$365 - $446 |
1.2% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.7% |
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 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$685 - $837 |
2.2% |
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $4,858 - $5,938 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 125 guests spend between $2,442 - $2,984 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $1,855 - $2,267. This makes up a portion of your (6.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,858 - $5,938 |
15.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$259 - $317 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$302 - $370 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,442 - $2,984 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,855 - $2,267 |
6.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $2,984 - $3,647. This service accounts for 9.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,984 - $3,647 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,984 - $3,647 |
9.7% |