For a wedding with 400 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $94,203 - $115,137. 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 $262. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $94,203 - $115,137.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $94,203 - $115,137 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $287 - $351.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$411 - $503 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$287 - $351 |
0.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Chicago IL is $2,069 - $2,529. 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 $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,069 - $2,529 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,069 - $2,529 |
2.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,746 - $8,245, which is 7.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,454 - $1,778.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,981 - $4,865 which is 4.2% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,746 - $8,245 |
7.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,454 - $1,778 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,981 - $4,865 |
4.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,310 - $1,602 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $56,284 - $68,792, which is about 59.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$56,284 - $68,792 |
59.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,887 - $14,529 |
12.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,914 - $28,006 |
24.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$13,023 - $15,917 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,460 - $10,340 |
9.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,828 - $9,568. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,828 - $9,568 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$571 - $697 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$259 - $317 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,346 - $1,646 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$970 - $1,186 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,857 - $3,491 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,825 - $2,231 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,841 - $3,473.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,841 - $3,473 |
3.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,929 - $2,357 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$913 - $1,115 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,303 - $4,037. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,303 - $4,037 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$570 - $696 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$508 - $620 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$851 - $1,040 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$480 - $586 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$508 - $620 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$388 - $474 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $922 - $1,126, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,921 - $6,015 |
5.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,000 - $4,888 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$922 - $1,126 |
1.0% |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,070 - $1,308.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,070 - $1,308 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,070 - $1,308 |
1.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $7,565 - $9,246 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 400 guests spend between $3,948 - $4,826 on wedding photography, which is about 4.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $3,000 - $3,666. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,565 - $9,246 |
8.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $348 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$332 - $406 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,948 - $4,826 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$3,000 - $3,666 |
3.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $512 - $626.
| Transportation Cost |
$512 - $626 |
0.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$512 - $626 |
0.5% |