For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $36,840 - $45,026. 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 $327. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,840 - $45,026.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,840 - $45,026 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Allegan MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $213 - $261. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $227 - $277.
In Allegan MI, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,281 - $1,565. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,816 - $2,220 |
4.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$213 - $261 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$227 - $277 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,281 - $1,565 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $465 - $569. 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 |
$465 - $569 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$465 - $569 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $256 - $312. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,967 - $2,404, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,369 - $1,673.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,967 - $2,404 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,369 - $1,673 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$598 - $730 |
1.6% |
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 $16,797 - $20,529, which is about 45.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,797 - $20,529 |
45.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,522 - $3,082 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,906 - $5,996 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,589 - $9,275 |
20.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,780 - $2,176 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,832 - $3,462. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,832 - $3,462 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$545 - $667 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$794 - $970 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$583 - $713 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$368 - $450 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $598 - $730.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$598 - $730 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$408 - $498 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $661 - $807. This is approximately 1.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$661 - $807 |
1.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $766 - $936, which is about 2.1% 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 $456 - $558, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,222 - $1,494 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$766 - $936 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$456 - $558 |
1.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,027 - $1,255.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,027 - $1,255 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,027 - $1,255 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $7,893 - $9,647 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,862 - $4,720 on wedding photography, which is about 10.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,901 - $3,545. This makes up a portion of your (7.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,893 - $9,647 |
21.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$289 - $353 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$323 - $395 |
0.9% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$518 - $634 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,862 - $4,720 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,901 - $3,545 |
7.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $640 - $782.
| Transportation Cost |
$640 - $782 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$640 - $782 |
1.7% |