For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $46,061 - $56,297. 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 $292. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,061 - $56,297.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,061 - $56,297 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 $458 - $560. 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 $473 - $579.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,602 - $3,180. This represents about 5.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,748 - $4,580 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$458 - $560 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$214 - $262 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$473 - $579 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,602 - $3,180 |
5.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $674 - $824. 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 |
$674 - $824 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$674 - $824 |
1.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $266 - $326. 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 |
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,826 - $2,232, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,262 - $1,542.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,826 - $2,232 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$564 - $690 |
1.2% |
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 $18,977 - $23,194, which is about 41.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,977 - $23,194 |
41.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,732 - $4,562 |
8.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,141 - $8,727 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,104 - $9,904 |
17.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,704 - $5,750. This accounts for roughly 10.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,704 - $5,750 |
10.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$540 - $660 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,314 - $1,606 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,466 - $1,792 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
2.5% |
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 $966 - $1,180.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$966 - $1,180 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$204 - $250 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$613 - $749 |
1.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,218 - $1,488. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,218 - $1,488 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$204 - $250 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$182 - $222 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,389 - $1,697, which is about 3.0% 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 $875 - $1,069, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,306 - $4,040 |
7.2% |
|
Bracelet
|
$320 - $392 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$318 - $388 |
0.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$404 - $494 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,389 - $1,697 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$875 - $1,069 |
1.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $935 - $1,143.
| Other Events Cost |
$935 - $1,143 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$935 - $1,143 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,027 - $7,367 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,920 - $3,568 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,228 - $2,724. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,027 - $7,367 |
13.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$436 - $532 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$444 - $542 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,920 - $3,568 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,228 - $2,724 |
4.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,857 - $2,269. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,857 - $2,269 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,857 - $2,269 |
4.0% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,558 - $1,904.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,558 - $1,904 |
3.4% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$541 - $661 |
1.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
2.2% |