For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,265 - $49,213. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $358. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,265 - $49,213.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,265 - $49,213 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Mount Prospect IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $428 - $524. 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 $443 - $541.
In Mount Prospect IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,440 - $2,982. This represents about 6.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,512 - $4,292 |
8.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$428 - $524 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$443 - $541 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,440 - $2,982 |
6.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $464 - $567. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$464 - $567 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$464 - $567 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $276 - $338. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$276 - $338 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,828 - $2,234, which is 4.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,264 - $1,544.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,828 - $2,234 |
4.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,264 - $1,544 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$564 - $690 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $15,308 - $18,710, which is about 38.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,308 - $18,710 |
38.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,529 - $3,091 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,838 - $5,914 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,191 - $7,567 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,750 - $2,138 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,934 - $4,808. This accounts for roughly 9.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,934 - $4,808 |
9.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$563 - $689 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$258 - $316 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,323 - $1,617 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$781 - $955 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $757 - $925.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$757 - $925 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$415 - $507 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $815 - $997. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$815 - $997 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$138 - $168 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$63 - $77 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$216 - $264 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,300 - $1,588, 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 $820 - $1,002, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,096 - $3,784 |
7.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$300 - $366 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$298 - $364 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$379 - $463 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,300 - $1,588 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$820 - $1,002 |
2.0% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $261 - $319. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$261 - $319 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $936 - $1,144.
| Other Events Cost |
$936 - $1,144 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$936 - $1,144 |
2.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,019 - $7,357 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,922 - $3,572 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,231 - $2,727. This makes up a portion of your (5.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,019 - $7,357 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,922 - $3,572 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,231 - $2,727 |
5.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,859 - $2,272. This service accounts for 4.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,859 - $2,272 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
4.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,201 - $1,467.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,201 - $1,467 |
3.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$541 - $661 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$660 - $806 |
1.6% |