For a wedding with 175 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $44,648 - $54,570. 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 $283. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $44,648 - $54,570.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $44,648 - $54,570 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 $367 - $449. 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 $395 - $483.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,164 - $2,644. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,096 - $3,784 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$367 - $449 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$395 - $483 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,164 - $2,644 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Birmingham AL is $656 - $802. 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 |
$656 - $802 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$656 - $802 |
1.5% |
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 $1,510 - $1,846, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $1,046 - $1,278.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,510 - $1,846 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $568 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Birmingham AL, you should budget approximately $20,279 - $24,785, which is about 45.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,279 - $24,785 |
45.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,636 - $4,444 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,009 - $8,567 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,046 - $8,612 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,588 - $3,163 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,031 - $3,705. This accounts for roughly 6.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,031 - $3,705 |
6.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$433 - $529 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$197 - $241 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$451 - $551 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$600 - $734 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$824 - $1,007 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$527 - $644 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,165 - $1,423.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,165 - $1,423 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$590 - $721 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$304 - $372 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,117 - $1,365. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,117 - $1,365 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$191 - $233 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$284 - $348 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,216 - $1,486, 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 $738 - $902, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,954 - $2,388 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,216 - $1,486 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$738 - $902 |
1.7% |
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 $770 - $942.
| Other Events Cost |
$770 - $942 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$770 - $942 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$365 - $447 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$365 - $447 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $5,969 - $7,295 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 175 guests spend between $2,378 - $2,906 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $1,806 - $2,208. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,969 - $7,295 |
13.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$259 - $317 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$378 - $462 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$495 - $605 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,378 - $2,906 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,806 - $2,208 |
4.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $3,821 - $4,670. This service accounts for 8.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,821 - $4,670 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,821 - $4,670 |
8.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $466 - $570.
| Transportation Cost |
$466 - $570 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$466 - $570 |
1.0% |