For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $46,765 - $57,157. 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 $297. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,765 - $57,157.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,765 - $57,157 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 $448 - $548. 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 $482 - $589.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,669 - $3,263. This represents about 5.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,803 - $4,648 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$448 - $548 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$203 - $249 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$482 - $589 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,669 - $3,263 |
5.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $592 - $724. 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 |
$592 - $724 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$592 - $724 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $269 - $329. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$269 - $329 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,768 - $3,383, which is 5.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,180 - $1,442.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,768 - $3,383 |
5.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,180 - $1,442 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$523 - $639 |
1.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
2.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $21,093 - $25,781, which is about 45.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,093 - $25,781 |
45.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,162 - $3,864 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,137 - $7,501 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,566 - $11,692 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,228 - $2,724 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,065 - $2,523. This accounts for roughly 4.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,065 - $2,523 |
4.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$590 - $722 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$265 - $323 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$732 - $894 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$478 - $584 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,073 - $1,311.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,073 - $1,311 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$509 - $623 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$264 - $322 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $949 - $1,159. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$949 - $1,159 |
2.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,350 - $1,650, which is about 2.9% 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 $814 - $994, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,164 - $2,644 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,350 - $1,650 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$814 - $994 |
1.7% |
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $856 - $1,046.
| Other Events Cost |
$856 - $1,046 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$856 - $1,046 |
1.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,794 - $7,082 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,724 - $3,330 on wedding photography, which is about 5.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,089 - $2,553. This makes up a portion of your (4.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,794 - $7,082 |
12.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$425 - $519 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$556 - $680 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,724 - $3,330 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,089 - $2,553 |
4.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,771 - $4,609. This service accounts for 8.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,771 - $4,609 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,771 - $4,609 |
8.1% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $916 - $1,120.
| Transportation Cost |
$916 - $1,120 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$916 - $1,120 |
2.0% |