For a wedding with 175 guests in the Birmingham AL, the estimated total cost is around $41,832 - $51,128. 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 $266. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,832 - $51,128.
The average wedding cost in Birmingham AL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,832 - $51,128 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 $419 - $512. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $452 - $552.
In Birmingham AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,467 - $3,015. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,532 - $4,316 |
8.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$419 - $512 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$194 - $238 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$452 - $552 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,467 - $3,015 |
5.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Birmingham AL is $612 - $748. 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 |
$612 - $748 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$612 - $748 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Birmingham AL is $212 - $260. 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 |
$212 - $260 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,241 - $2,739, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Birmingham AL area is $956 - $1,168.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,241 - $2,739 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$956 - $1,168 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$424 - $518 |
1.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$861 - $1,053 |
2.1% |
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 $18,885 - $23,081, which is about 45.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,885 - $23,081 |
45.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,389 - $4,143 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,534 - $7,986 |
15.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,549 - $8,005 |
15.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,412 - $2,948 |
5.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,916 - $3,564. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,916 - $3,564 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$410 - $502 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$431 - $527 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$551 - $673 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$769 - $939 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$539 - $659 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,135 - $1,387.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,135 - $1,387 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$168 - $206 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$550 - $672 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$292 - $356 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,249 - $1,527. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,249 - $1,527 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$272 - $332 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,353 - $1,653, which is about 3.2% 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 $821 - $1,003, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,862 - $3,498 |
6.8% |
|
Earrings
|
$302 - $370 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$386 - $472 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,353 - $1,653 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$821 - $1,003 |
2.0% |
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 $704 - $860.
| Other Events Cost |
$704 - $860 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$704 - $860 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$365 - $447 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$365 - $447 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Birmingham AL spend between $3,823 - $4,673 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Birmingham AL with 175 guests spend between $2,173 - $2,655 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Birmingham AL is $1,651 - $2,017. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,823 - $4,673 |
9.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,173 - $2,655 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,651 - $2,017 |
3.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Birmingham AL is estimated to be $3,067 - $3,749. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,067 - $3,749 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,067 - $3,749 |
7.3% |