For a wedding with 125 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $23,978 - $29,306. 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 $213. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,978 - $29,306.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,978 - $29,306 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 $191 - $233. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $203 - $248.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,144 - $1,398. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,622 - $1,982 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$85 - $103 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$203 - $248 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,144 - $1,398 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Birmingham AL is $401 - $491. 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 |
$401 - $491 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$401 - $491 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $188 - $230. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$188 - $230 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$76 - $92 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$63 - $77 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,200 - $1,466, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $838 - $1,024.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,200 - $1,466 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$838 - $1,024 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$362 - $442 |
1.5% |
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 $12,928 - $15,800, which is about 53.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,928 - $15,800 |
53.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,153 - $2,631 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,186 - $5,116 |
17.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,063 - $6,189 |
21.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,526 - $1,865 |
6.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,120 - $2,591. This accounts for roughly 8.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,120 - $2,591 |
8.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$374 - $457 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$167 - $204 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$273 - $333 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$486 - $594 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$507 - $619 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$314 - $384 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $729 - $891.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$729 - $891 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$91 - $111 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$115 - $141 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$349 - $427 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$174 - $212 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $609 - $745. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$609 - $745 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$98 - $120 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$80 - $98 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$66 - $80 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $657 - $803, which is about 2.7% 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 $391 - $477, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,048 - $1,280 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$657 - $803 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$391 - $477 |
1.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $641 - $783.
| Other Events Cost |
$641 - $783 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$641 - $783 |
2.7% |
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $2,493 - $3,047 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 125 guests spend between $1,896 - $2,318 on wedding photography, which is about 7.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,493 - $3,047 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$320 - $392 |
1.3% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$276 - $338 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,896 - $2,318 |
7.9% |