For a wedding with 250 guests in the Bloomington IL, the estimated total cost is around $31,903 - $38,993. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Bloomington IL is approximately $142. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,903 - $38,993.
The average wedding cost in Bloomington IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,903 - $38,993 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Bloomington IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $169 - $207. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $189 - $231.
In Bloomington IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,035 - $1,265. This represents about 3.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,462 - $1,786 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$169 - $207 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,035 - $1,265 |
3.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Bloomington IL is $754 - $922. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Bloomington IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$754 - $922 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$754 - $922 |
2.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Bloomington IL is $156 - $190. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$156 - $190 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,807 - $2,209, which is 5.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Bloomington IL area is $932 - $1,140.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,807 - $2,209 |
5.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$932 - $1,140 |
2.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$875 - $1,069 |
2.7% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Bloomington IL, you should budget approximately $15,177 - $18,549, which is about 47.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,177 - $18,549 |
47.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,226 - $5,166 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$8,206 - $10,030 |
25.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,744 - $3,354 |
8.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,038 - $3,714. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,038 - $3,714 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$368 - $450 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$160 - $196 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$441 - $539 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$842 - $1,029 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$599 - $732 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,042 - $1,274.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,042 - $1,274 |
3.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$658 - $804 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$384 - $470 |
1.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,138 - $1,390. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,138 - $1,390 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$274 - $334 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$365 - $447 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$197 - $241 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.6% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $573 - $701, which is about 1.8% 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 $345 - $421, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$918 - $1,122 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$573 - $701 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$345 - $421 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Bloomington IL spend between $2,192 - $2,679 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Bloomington IL with 250 guests spend between $2,192 - $2,679 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,192 - $2,679 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,192 - $2,679 |
6.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Bloomington IL is estimated to be $2,439 - $2,981. This service accounts for 7.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,439 - $2,981 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,439 - $2,981 |
7.6% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,781 - $2,177.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,781 - $2,177 |
5.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,781 - $2,177 |
5.6% |