For a wedding with 175 guests in the Montgomery AL, the estimated total cost is around $35,077 - $42,871. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Montgomery AL is approximately $223. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,077 - $42,871.
The average wedding cost in Montgomery AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,077 - $42,871 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Montgomery AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $203 - $248. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
In Montgomery AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,193 - $1,459. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,396 - $1,706 |
4.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$203 - $248 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,193 - $1,459 |
3.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Montgomery AL is $606 - $740. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Montgomery AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$606 - $740 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$606 - $740 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Montgomery AL is $207 - $253. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$207 - $253 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,397 - $2,929, which is 6.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Montgomery AL typically budget around $2,397 - $2,929 which is 6.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,397 - $2,929 |
6.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,397 - $2,929 |
6.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Montgomery AL, you should budget approximately $19,048 - $23,280, which is about 54.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,048 - $23,280 |
54.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,322 - $4,060 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,402 - $7,824 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,961 - $8,507 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,363 - $2,889 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,762 - $3,376. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,762 - $3,376 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$419 - $513 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$510 - $624 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$761 - $931 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$487 - $595 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,054 - $1,288.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,054 - $1,288 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$538 - $658 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$284 - $347 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,071 - $1,309. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,071 - $1,309 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Montgomery AL area is $225 - $275. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Montgomery AL spend between $3,502 - $4,280 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Montgomery AL with 175 guests spend between $1,990 - $2,432 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Montgomery AL is $1,512 - $1,848. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,502 - $4,280 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,990 - $2,432 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,512 - $1,848 |
4.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Montgomery AL is estimated to be $2,810 - $3,434. This service accounts for 8.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,810 - $3,434 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,810 - $3,434 |
8.0% |