For a wedding with 38 guests in the Mobile AL, the estimated total cost is around $20,381 - $24,911. 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 $596. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,381 - $24,911.
The average wedding cost in Mobile AL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,381 - $24,911 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saraland AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $233 - $285. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $251 - $307.
In Saraland AL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,374 - $1,680. This represents about 6.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,967 - $2,404 |
9.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$233 - $285 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$108 - $132 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$251 - $307 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,374 - $1,680 |
6.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Mobile AL is $120 - $146. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$120 - $146 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$120 - $146 |
0.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mobile AL is $201 - $245. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$201 - $245 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$82 - $100 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,167 - $1,427, which is 5.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,167 - $1,427 |
5.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$384 - $470 |
1.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$783 - $957 |
3.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Mobile AL, you should budget approximately $4,070 - $4,974, which is about 20.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,070 - $4,974 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,219 - $1,489 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,401 - $2,935 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$450 - $550 |
2.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,426 - $1,742. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,426 - $1,742 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$393 - $481 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$178 - $218 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$97 - $119 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$511 - $625 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$150 - $184 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$95 - $117 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $409 - $499.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$409 - $499 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$103 - $125 |
0.5% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$103 - $125 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$66 - $80 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $242 - $296. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$242 - $296 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$41 - $51 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$61 - $75 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$37 - $45 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $772 - $944, which is about 3.8% 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 $469 - $573, which is about 2.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,595 - $5,616 |
22.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,353 - $4,099 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$772 - $944 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$469 - $573 |
2.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mobile AL area is $223 - $273. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$223 - $273 |
1.1% |
|
Officiant
|
$223 - $273 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $639 - $781.
| Other Events Cost |
$639 - $781 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$639 - $781 |
3.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$356 - $436 |
1.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$356 - $436 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Mobile AL spend between $4,968 - $6,072 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 24.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mobile AL with 38 guests spend between $2,219 - $2,712 on wedding photography, which is about 10.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Mobile AL is $1,687 - $2,061. This makes up a portion of your (8.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,968 - $6,072 |
24.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$253 - $309 |
1.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$328 - $400 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$482 - $590 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,219 - $2,712 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,687 - $2,061 |
8.3% |