For a wedding with 38 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $23,784 - $29,070. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $695. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $23,784 - $29,070.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $23,784 - $29,070 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Cedar Lake IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $294 - $360. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $318 - $388.
In Cedar Lake IN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,737 - $2,123. This represents about 7.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,485 - $3,037 |
10.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$294 - $360 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$318 - $388 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,737 - $2,123 |
7.3% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Chicago IL is $127 - $155. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$127 - $155 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$127 - $155 |
0.5% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,901 - $2,323, which is 8.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,317 - $1,609.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,901 - $2,323 |
8.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,317 - $1,609 |
5.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$584 - $714 |
2.5% |
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 Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $6,026 - $7,365, which is about 25.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$6,026 - $7,365 |
25.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$671 - $820 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,292 - $1,580 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,494 - $4,270 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$569 - $695 |
2.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,919 - $2,345. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,919 - $2,345 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$545 - $666 |
2.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$247 - $301 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$781 - $955 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$160 - $196 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$102 - $124 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $117 - $143. This is approximately 0.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$117 - $143 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$17 - $21 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$21 - $25 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $979 - $1,197, which is about 4.1% 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 $594 - $726, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,823 - $7,117 |
24.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,250 - $5,194 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$979 - $1,197 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$594 - $726 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Cedar Lake IN spend between $3,340 - $4,082 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 38 guests spend between $2,993 - $3,658 on wedding photography, which is about 12.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,340 - $4,082 |
14.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $425 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,993 - $3,658 |
12.6% |
