For a wedding with 125 guests in the Dekalb IL, the estimated total cost is around $28,894 - $35,314. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dekalb IL is approximately $257. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,894 - $35,314.
The average wedding cost in Dekalb IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,894 - $35,314 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Rochelle IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $198 - $242. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $239 - $293.
In Rochelle IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,315 - $1,607. This represents about 4.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,833 - $2,241 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$198 - $242 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$239 - $293 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,315 - $1,607 |
4.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Dekalb IL is $346 - $422. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dekalb IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$346 - $422 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$346 - $422 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dekalb IL is $91 - $111. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $946 - $1,156, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Dekalb IL area is $946 - $1,156.
| Entertainment Cost |
$946 - $1,156 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$946 - $1,156 |
3.3% |
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 Dekalb IL, you should budget approximately $10,912 - $13,336, which is about 37.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,912 - $13,336 |
37.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,923 - $4,795 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,734 - $7,008 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,255 - $1,533 |
4.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,057 - $2,514. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,057 - $2,514 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$399 - $487 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$174 - $212 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$538 - $658 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$386 - $472 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$275 - $336 |
1.0% |
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 $301 - $367.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$301 - $367 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$301 - $367 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $462 - $564. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$462 - $564 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $689 - $842, which is about 2.4% 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 HIM) is estimated at $414 - $506, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,524 - $5,530 |
15.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$175 - $213 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,033 - $3,707 |
10.5% |
|
Necklace
|
$214 - $262 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$689 - $842 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$414 - $506 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dekalb IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $759 - $927.
| Other Events Cost |
$759 - $927 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$759 - $927 |
2.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dekalb IL spend between $6,421 - $7,847 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Dekalb IL with 125 guests spend between $2,820 - $3,446 on wedding photography, which is about 9.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Dekalb IL is $2,410 - $2,946. This makes up a portion of your (8.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,421 - $7,847 |
22.2% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$430 - $526 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$761 - $930 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,820 - $3,446 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,410 - $2,946 |
8.3% |