For a wedding with 38 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $12,170 - $14,874. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $356. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $12,170 - $14,874.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $12,170 - $14,874 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 $195 - $239. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $210 - $256.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,151 - $1,407. This represents about 9.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,646 - $2,012 |
13.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$195 - $239 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$90 - $110 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$210 - $256 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,151 - $1,407 |
9.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Chicago IL is $119 - $145. 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 |
$119 - $145 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$119 - $145 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $5,393 - $6,591, which is about 44.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,393 - $6,591 |
44.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$618 - $756 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,192 - $1,456 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,143 - $3,841 |
25.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$440 - $538 |
3.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,817 - $2,221. This accounts for roughly 14.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,817 - $2,221 |
14.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$529 - $647 |
4.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$721 - $881 |
5.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$149 - $182 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$95 - $116 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $169 - $207. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$169 - $207 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$35 - $43 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$26 - $32 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$32 - $39 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$24 - $30 |
0.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,732 - $3,340 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 38 guests spend between $2,732 - $3,340 on wedding photography, which is about 22.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,732 - $3,340 |
22.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,732 - $3,340 |
22.5% |
