For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago, the estimated total cost is around $41,993 - $51,325. 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 is approximately $622. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,993 - $51,325.
The average wedding cost in Chicago is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,993 - $51,325 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 $348 - $426. 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 $456 - $558.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,510 - $3,068. This represents about 6.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,457 - $4,225 |
8.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$348 - $426 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$456 - $558 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,510 - $3,068 |
6.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago is $247 - $301. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$247 - $301 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$247 - $301 |
0.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago is $238 - $290. 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 |
$238 - $290 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,500 - $5,500, which is 10.7% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago typically budget around $3,930 - $4,804 which is 9.4% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,500 - $5,500 |
10.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$570 - $696 |
1.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,930 - $4,804 |
9.4% |
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, you should budget approximately $10,181 - $12,443, which is about 24.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,181 - $12,443 |
24.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,341 - $1,639 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,603 - $3,181 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,387 - $6,585 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$850 - $1,038 |
2.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,120 - $2,591. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,120 - $2,591 |
5.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$590 - $721 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$815 - $997 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$318 - $388 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$226 - $276 |
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 $203 - $249.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$203 - $249 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $339 - $415. This is approximately 0.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$339 - $415 |
0.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $1,134 - $1,386, which is about 2.7% 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 HIM) is estimated at $682 - $834, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,813 - $8,327 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,997 - $6,107 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$1,134 - $1,386 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$682 - $834 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $941 - $1,150.
| Other Events Cost |
$941 - $1,150 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$941 - $1,150 |
2.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago spend between $3,601 - $4,401 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago with 75 guests spend between $2,757 - $3,369 on wedding photography, which is about 6.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,601 - $4,401 |
8.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$322 - $394 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$267 - $327 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,757 - $3,369 |
6.6% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago is estimated to be $2,201 - $2,690. This service accounts for 5.2% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago is estimated to be $3,800 - $4,644. This service accounts for 9.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$8,755 - $10,701 |
20.8% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,755 - $3,367 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,201 - $2,690 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,800 - $4,644 |
9.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $356 - $435.
| Transportation Cost |
$356 - $435 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$356 - $435 |
0.8% |