For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $37,508 - $45,844. 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 $556. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,508 - $45,844.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,508 - $45,844 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Matteson IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. 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 $293 - $358.
In Matteson IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,655 - $2,023. This represents about 4.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,347 - $2,869 |
6.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$293 - $358 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,655 - $2,023 |
4.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago IL is $253 - $309. 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 |
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$253 - $309 |
0.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $187 - $229. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,738 - $2,124, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,214 - $1,484.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,738 - $2,124 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,214 - $1,484 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$524 - $640 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
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 IL, you should budget approximately $9,760 - $11,928, which is about 26.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,760 - $11,928 |
26.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,292 - $1,579 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,513 - $3,071 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,040 - $6,160 |
13.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$915 - $1,119 |
2.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,883 - $2,301. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,883 - $2,301 |
5.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$542 - $662 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$242 - $296 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$736 - $900 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $544 - $664.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$544 - $664 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$101 - $123 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$128 - $156 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$210 - $256 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $470 - $574. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$470 - $574 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$53 - $65 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$42 - $52 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $927 - $1,133, which is about 2.5% 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 $552 - $674, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,994 - $7,326 |
16.0% |
|
Earrings
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,077 - $4,983 |
10.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$927 - $1,133 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$552 - $674 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $930 - $1,136.
| Other Events Cost |
$930 - $1,136 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$930 - $1,136 |
2.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $8,192 - $10,012 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $3,433 - $4,195 on wedding photography, which is about 9.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,513 - $3,071. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,192 - $10,012 |
21.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$286 - $350 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $435 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$412 - $504 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$310 - $378 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$883 - $1,079 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,433 - $4,195 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,513 - $3,071 |
6.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $4,038 - $4,936. This service accounts for 10.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,038 - $4,936 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,038 - $4,936 |
10.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $509 - $622.
| Transportation Cost |
$509 - $622 |
1.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$509 - $622 |
1.4% |