For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $59,626 - $72,876. 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 $265. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,626 - $72,876.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,626 - $72,876 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $471 - $575. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $508 - $620.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,805 - $3,429. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,997 - $4,885 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$471 - $575 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$213 - $261 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$508 - $620 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,805 - $3,429 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago IL is $857 - $1,047. 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 |
$857 - $1,047 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$857 - $1,047 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $254 - $310. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,614 - $1,972, which is 2.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,119 - $1,367.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,614 - $1,972 |
2.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,119 - $1,367 |
1.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$495 - $605 |
0.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $25,493 - $31,158, which is about 42.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,493 - $31,158 |
42.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,721 - $5,771 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,165 - $11,201 |
15.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,278 - $10,118 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,328 - $4,068 |
5.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,962 - $2,398. This accounts for roughly 3.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,962 - $2,398 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$680 - $832 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$692 - $846 |
1.2% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,470 - $1,796.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,470 - $1,796 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$761 - $930 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$391 - $477 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,283 - $1,569. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,283 - $1,569 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$363 - $443 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$161 - $197 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,086 - $2,550, which is about 3.5% 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 $1,258 - $1,538, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,553 - $12,899 |
17.7% |
|
Bracelet
|
$313 - $383 |
0.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$309 - $377 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,188 - $7,564 |
10.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$399 - $487 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,086 - $2,550 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,258 - $1,538 |
2.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $812 - $992.
| Other Events Cost |
$812 - $992 |
1.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$812 - $992 |
1.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,592 - $8,056 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $2,582 - $3,156 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,980 - $2,420. This makes up a portion of your (3.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,592 - $8,056 |
11.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$287 - $351 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$451 - $551 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$420 - $514 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$315 - $385 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$556 - $680 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,582 - $3,156 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,980 - $2,420 |
3.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,574 - $4,368. This service accounts for 6.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,574 - $4,368 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,574 - $4,368 |
6.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $513 - $627.
| Transportation Cost |
$513 - $627 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$513 - $627 |
0.9% |