For a wedding with 400 guests in the Mobile AL, the estimated total cost is around $85,872 - $104,954. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mobile AL is approximately $239. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $85,872 - $104,954.
The average wedding cost in Mobile AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $85,872 - $104,954 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Mobile AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $220 - $268. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $238 - $290.
In Mobile AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,296 - $1,584. This represents about 1.5% of your total wedding expenses.
Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,855 - $2,267 |
2.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$102 - $124 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,296 - $1,584 |
1.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Mobile AL is $1,904 - $2,327. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mobile AL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
Bakery Cost |
$1,904 - $2,327 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,904 - $2,327 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mobile AL is $214 - $262. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.2% of the total budget.
Beauty & Spa Cost |
$214 - $262 |
0.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$75 - $91 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,002 - $3,669, which is 3.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Mobile AL typically budget around $2,583 - $3,157 which is 3.0% of your total.
Entertainment Cost |
$3,002 - $3,669 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$419 - $512 |
0.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,583 - $3,157 |
3.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Mobile AL, you should budget approximately $48,236 - $58,956, which is about 56.2% of your total budget.
Event Venue Cost |
$48,236 - $58,956 |
56.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,881 - $13,299 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,971 - $25,631 |
24.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,641 - $10,561 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,744 - $9,464 |
9.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,670 - $8,152. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,670 - $8,152 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$467 - $571 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $260 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,288 - $1,574 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$546 - $668 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,535 - $3,099 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,621 - $1,981 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,865 - $3,501.
Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,865 - $3,501 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$133 - $163 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,761 - $2,153 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$871 - $1,065 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,338 - $4,080. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
Invitations Cost |
$3,338 - $4,080 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$545 - $666 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$256 - $312 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$814 - $994 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$490 - $598 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$483 - $591 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$367 - $449 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$384 - $470 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $747 - $913, which is about 0.9% 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 $454 - $554, which is about 0.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
Jewelry Cost |
$4,995 - $6,105 |
5.8% |
|
Bracelet
|
$168 - $206 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$167 - $205 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,245 - $3,967 |
3.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$213 - $261 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$747 - $913 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$454 - $554 |
0.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mobile AL area is $223 - $273. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
Officiant Cost |
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $695 - $849.
Other Events Cost |
$695 - $849 |
0.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$695 - $849 |
0.8% |
Other Items Cost |
$356 - $436 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$356 - $436 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Mobile AL spend between $4,735 - $5,787 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mobile AL with 400 guests spend between $2,145 - $2,621 on wedding photography, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Mobile AL is $1,630 - $1,992. This makes up a portion of your (1.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
Photography & Video Cost |
$4,735 - $5,787 |
5.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$317 - $387 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$368 - $450 |
0.4% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$275 - $337 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,145 - $2,621 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,630 - $1,992 |
1.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Mobile AL is estimated to be $3,029 - $3,702. This service accounts for 3.5% of your total budget.
Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,029 - $3,702 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,029 - $3,702 |
3.5% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,756 - $4,590.
Transportation Cost |
$3,756 - $4,590 |
4.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,756 - $4,590 |
4.4% |