For a wedding with 250 guests in the Tuscaloosa AL, the estimated total cost is around $53,792 - $65,746. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Tuscaloosa AL is approximately $239. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,792 - $65,746.
The average wedding cost in Tuscaloosa AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,792 - $65,746 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Tuscaloosa AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $392 - $479. 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 $422 - $516.
In Tuscaloosa AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,333 - $2,851. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,324 - $4,062 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$392 - $479 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$422 - $516 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,333 - $2,851 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Tuscaloosa AL is $933 - $1,141. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Tuscaloosa AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$933 - $1,141 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$933 - $1,141 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Tuscaloosa AL is $189 - $231. 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 |
$189 - $231 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$63 - $77 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,362 - $2,886, which is 4.4% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Tuscaloosa AL typically budget around $2,362 - $2,886 which is 4.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,362 - $2,886 |
4.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,362 - $2,886 |
4.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Tuscaloosa AL, you should budget approximately $26,549 - $32,449, which is about 49.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,549 - $32,449 |
49.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,313 - $6,493 |
9.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,317 - $12,609 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,175 - $8,769 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,745 - $4,577 |
7.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,565 - $4,357. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,565 - $4,357 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$357 - $437 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$636 - $778 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$478 - $584 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,179 - $1,441 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$754 - $922 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,550 - $1,894.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,550 - $1,894 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$421 - $515 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,121 - $1,371. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,121 - $1,371 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$257 - $314 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$392 - $479 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,289 - $1,575, which is about 2.4% 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 $776 - $948, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,696 - $9,406 |
14.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,631 - $6,883 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,289 - $1,575 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$776 - $948 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Tuscaloosa AL area is $214 - $262. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$214 - $262 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $609 - $745.
| Other Events Cost |
$609 - $745 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$609 - $745 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$343 - $419 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Tuscaloosa AL spend between $4,054 - $4,954 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Tuscaloosa AL with 250 guests spend between $2,076 - $2,538 on wedding photography, which is about 3.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Tuscaloosa AL is $1,592 - $1,946. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,054 - $4,954 |
7.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$385 - $471 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,076 - $2,538 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,592 - $1,946 |
3.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Tuscaloosa AL is estimated to be $1,283 - $1,569. This service accounts for 2.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,283 - $1,569 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,283 - $1,569 |
2.4% |