For a wedding with 250 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $48,103 - $58,793. 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 $214. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,103 - $58,793.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,103 - $58,793 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 $149 - $182. 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 $160 - $196.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $878 - $1,073. This represents about 1.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,255 - $1,533 |
2.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$68 - $84 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$160 - $196 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$878 - $1,073 |
1.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Birmingham AL is $958 - $1,170. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$958 - $1,170 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$958 - $1,170 |
2.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $221 - $270. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $270 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,450 - $1,772, which is 3.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $1,004 - $1,228.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,450 - $1,772 |
3.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,004 - $1,228 |
2.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$446 - $545 |
0.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $27,593 - $33,725, which is about 57.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,593 - $33,725 |
57.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,386 - $6,582 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,381 - $12,687 |
21.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,995 - $9,771 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,832 - $4,684 |
8.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,406 - $5,385. This accounts for roughly 9.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,406 - $5,385 |
9.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$491 - $601 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$223 - $273 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$968 - $1,184 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$573 - $701 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,311 - $1,603 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$838 - $1,024 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,738 - $2,124.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,738 - $2,124 |
3.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$873 - $1,067 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$653 - $799 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,883 - $3,523. This is approximately 6.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,883 - $3,523 |
6.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$363 - $443 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$192 - $234 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$609 - $745 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$382 - $466 |
0.8% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$363 - $443 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$277 - $339 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$287 - $351 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $538 - $658, which is about 1.1% 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 $327 - $399, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,202 - $3,914 |
6.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,337 - $2,857 |
4.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$538 - $658 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$327 - $399 |
0.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Birmingham AL area is $229 - $279. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$229 - $279 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $740 - $904.
| Other Events Cost |
$740 - $904 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$740 - $904 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$365 - $447 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$365 - $447 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $3,065 - $3,747 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 250 guests spend between $2,283 - $2,791 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,065 - $3,747 |
6.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$287 - $351 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$495 - $605 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,283 - $2,791 |
4.7% |