For a wedding with 175 guests in the Fairhope, the estimated total cost is around $52,630 - $64,326. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Fairhope is approximately $334. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $52,630 - $64,326.
The average wedding cost in Fairhope is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $52,630 - $64,326 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fairhope AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $319 - $389. 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 $344 - $420.
In Fairhope AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,882 - $2,300. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,693 - $3,291 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$319 - $389 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$344 - $420 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,882 - $2,300 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Fairhope is $890 - $1,088. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Fairhope area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$890 - $1,088 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$890 - $1,088 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Fairhope is $233 - $285. 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 |
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,547 - $4,335, which is 6.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Fairhope typically budget around $3,053 - $3,731 which is 5.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,547 - $4,335 |
6.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$494 - $604 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,053 - $3,731 |
5.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Fairhope, you should budget approximately $24,496 - $29,940, which is about 46.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,496 - $29,940 |
46.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,711 - $5,757 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,081 - $11,099 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,351 - $8,985 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,353 - $4,099 |
6.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,705 - $4,529. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,705 - $4,529 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$470 - $574 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$678 - $828 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,118 - $1,366 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$715 - $873 |
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 $1,338 - $1,636.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,338 - $1,636 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$763 - $933 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$318 - $388 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,167 - $1,427. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,167 - $1,427 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$296 - $362 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$129 - $157 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,017 - $1,243, 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 $617 - $755, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,050 - $7,394 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,415 - $5,397 |
8.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$617 - $755 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Fairhope area is $236 - $288. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $821 - $1,003.
| Other Events Cost |
$821 - $1,003 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$821 - $1,003 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$377 - $461 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$377 - $461 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Fairhope spend between $4,040 - $4,938 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Fairhope with 175 guests spend between $2,967 - $3,627 on wedding photography, which is about 5.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,040 - $4,938 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$351 - $429 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$722 - $882 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,967 - $3,627 |
5.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Fairhope is estimated to be $1,730 - $2,114. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,730 - $2,114 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,730 - $2,114 |
3.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,307 - $1,597.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.5% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.5% |