Wedding Cost Estimate for 2027 in Chicago

What is the average cost of a wedding for 75 guests in Chicago?

For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago, the estimated total cost is around $25,060 - $30,628. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.

How much does a wedding cost per person in Chicago?

On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago is approximately $371. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,060 - $30,628.

How does the cost of a wedding in Chicago compare to the national average?

The average wedding cost in Chicago is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,060 - $30,628 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.

Attire & Accessories

How much should I budget for a wedding dress in Chicago IL?

In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,281 - $1,565. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.

What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Attire & Accessories

Attire & Accessories Cost		$1,281 - $1,565	5.1%
	Wedding Dress	$1,281 - $1,565	5.1%

Entertainment

How much should your wedding entertainment budget be in Chicago IL?

Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,529 - $3,091, which is 10.1% of your total.

What's the average price for a wedding DJ in Chicago?

The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago area is $1,078 - $1,318.

What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Entertainment

Entertainment Cost		$2,529 - $3,091	10.1%
	DJ/MC	$1,078 - $1,318	4.3%
	Entertainment lighting	$479 - $585	1.9%
	Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble	$972 - $1,188	3.9%

Event Venue

How much does it cost to rent a wedding venue in Chicago?

The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Chicago, you should budget approximately $8,316 - $10,164, which is about 33.2% of your total budget.

What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Event Venue

Event Venue Cost		$8,316 - $10,164	33.2%
	Wedding Venue Bar Service	$1,169 - $1,429	4.7%
	Wedding Venue Food Service	$2,255 - $2,756	9.0%
	Wedding Venue Location	$4,060 - $4,962	16.2%
	Wedding Venue Rentals	$833 - $1,018	3.3%

Flowers & Decorations

What is the average cost of wedding flowers for a ceremony and reception?

The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,782 - $2,178. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.

What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Flowers & Decorations

Flowers & Decorations Cost		$1,782 - $2,178	7.1%
	Bouquets	$563 - $688	2.2%
	Wedding Venue Decorations	$701 - $857	2.8%
	Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements	$297 - $363	1.2%
	Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces	$221 - $271	0.9%

Invitations

How much do wedding invitations and stationery cost for 75 guests?

The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $453 - $553. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.

What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Invitations

Invitations Cost		$453 - $553	1.8%
	Ceremony Programs	$77 - $94	0.3%
	Guest Book	$36 - $44	0.1%
	Invitations & Reply Cards	$113 - $139	0.5%
	Postage	$53 - $65	0.2%
	Save the Date Cards	$68 - $83	0.3%
	Table Name and Escort/place Cards	$52 - $64	0.2%
	Thank You Cards	$54 - $66	0.2%

Jewelry

How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1)?

The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $716 - $876, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.

How much should be budgeted for wedding rings (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2)?

The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $435 - $531, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.

What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Jewelry

Jewelry Cost		$1,311 - $1,603	5.2%
	Earrings	$160 - $196	0.6%
	Wedding ring/band for Partner 1	$716 - $876	2.9%
	Wedding ring/band for Partner 2	$435 - $531	1.7%

Photography & Video

What is the average cost for a wedding photographer and video services in Chicago IL?

On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $4,631 - $5,660 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.5% of your overall budget.

What is the average cost for a wedding photographer in Chicago?

On average, couples in Chicago with 75 guests spend between $2,451 - $2,995 on wedding photography, which is about 9.8% of your total wedding cost.

How much should I budget for a wedding videographer?

The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago is $1,862 - $2,276. That's about 7.4% of your total budget.

What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Photography & Video

Photography & Video Cost		$4,631 - $5,660	18.5%
	Engagement Session	$318 - $388	1.3%
	Wedding Photographer	$2,451 - $2,995	9.8%
	Wedding Videographer	$1,862 - $2,276	7.4%

Planner/Coordinator

How much does a Wedding Planner cost in Chicago?

The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago is estimated to be $3,461 - $4,230. This service accounts for 13.8% of your total budget.

What is the detailed cost breakdown for Wedding Planner/Coordinator

Planner/Coordinator Cost		$3,461 - $4,230	13.8%
	Wedding Planner	$3,461 - $4,230	13.8%