For a wedding with 38 guests in the McHenry IL, the estimated total cost is around $18,189 - $22,231. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in McHenry IL is approximately $532. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,189 - $22,231.
The average wedding cost in McHenry IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,189 - $22,231 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In McHenry IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $248 - $304. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$248 - $304 |
1.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$248 - $304 |
1.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in McHenry IL is $111 - $135. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the McHenry IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$111 - $135 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$111 - $135 |
0.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in McHenry IL is $236 - $288. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$236 - $288 |
1.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,554 - $1,900, which is 8.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the McHenry IL area is $1,082 - $1,322.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,554 - $1,900 |
8.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,082 - $1,322 |
5.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$473 - $578 |
2.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in McHenry IL, you should budget approximately $5,060 - $6,184, which is about 27.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,060 - $6,184 |
27.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$561 - $685 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,092 - $1,334 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,011 - $3,681 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$396 - $484 |
2.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,711 - $2,091. This accounts for roughly 9.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,711 - $2,091 |
9.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$515 - $629 |
2.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$668 - $816 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$139 - $169 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$88 - $108 |
0.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $367 - $449.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$367 - $449 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$91 - $111 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$46 - $56 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $158 - $193. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$158 - $193 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$13 - $15 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$42 - $52 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$18 - $22 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $822 - $1,004, which is about 4.5% 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 $489 - $597, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,926 - $6,020 |
27.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,615 - $4,419 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$822 - $1,004 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$489 - $597 |
2.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the McHenry IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
1.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in McHenry IL spend between $3,563 - $4,355 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in McHenry IL with 38 guests spend between $3,205 - $3,917 on wedding photography, which is about 17.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,563 - $4,355 |
19.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$358 - $438 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,205 - $3,917 |
17.6% |