For a wedding with 175 guests in the Mobile AL, the estimated total cost is around $36,405 - $44,495. 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 $231. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,405 - $44,495.
The average wedding cost in Mobile AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,405 - $44,495 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Theodore AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $196 - $240. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $208 - $254.
In Theodore AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,173 - $1,433. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,664 - $2,034 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$208 - $254 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,173 - $1,433 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Mobile AL is $630 - $770. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$630 - $770 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$630 - $770 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mobile AL is $196 - $240. 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 |
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,267 - $1,549, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Mobile AL area is $885 - $1,081.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,267 - $1,549 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$885 - $1,081 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$383 - $468 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Mobile AL, you should budget approximately $18,752 - $22,920, which is about 51.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,752 - $22,920 |
51.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,418 - $4,178 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,648 - $8,126 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,263 - $7,655 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,423 - $2,961 |
6.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,816 - $3,442. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,816 - $3,442 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$396 - $484 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$509 - $623 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$795 - $971 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$492 - $602 |
1.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,040 - $1,272.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,040 - $1,272 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$554 - $678 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$284 - $348 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $774 - $946. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$774 - $946 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $704 - $860, 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 $419 - $512, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,217 - $5,155 |
11.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,095 - $3,783 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$704 - $860 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$419 - $512 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mobile 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% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $678 - $828.
| Other Events Cost |
$678 - $828 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$678 - $828 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$363 - $443 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Mobile AL spend between $3,782 - $4,622 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mobile AL with 175 guests spend between $2,003 - $2,448 on wedding photography, which is about 5.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Mobile AL is $1,466 - $1,792. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,782 - $4,622 |
10.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$313 - $383 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,003 - $2,448 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,466 - $1,792 |
4.0% |