For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $42,010 - $51,346. 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 $373. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $42,010 - $51,346.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $42,010 - $51,346 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $401 - $491. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $432 - $528.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,364 - $2,890. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,384 - $4,136 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$186 - $228 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$432 - $528 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,364 - $2,890 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $476 - $582. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$476 - $582 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$476 - $582 |
1.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,080 - $2,542, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,441 - $1,761.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,080 - $2,542 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,441 - $1,761 |
3.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$639 - $781 |
1.5% |
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 Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $17,082 - $20,878, which is about 40.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,082 - $20,878 |
40.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,631 - $3,215 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,072 - $6,199 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,507 - $9,175 |
17.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,873 - $2,289 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,929 - $3,579. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,929 - $3,579 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$553 - $675 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$824 - $1,007 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$598 - $730 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$382 - $466 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $790 - $966. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$790 - $966 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,357 - $1,659, which is about 3.2% 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 $824 - $1,007, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,074 - $9,868 |
19.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,893 - $7,203 |
14.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,357 - $1,659 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$824 - $1,007 |
2.0% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $4,296 - $5,250 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,918 - $4,788 on wedding photography, which is about 9.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,296 - $5,250 |
10.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$378 - $462 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,918 - $4,788 |
9.3% |