For a wedding with 400 guests in the Palos Hills IL, the estimated total cost is around $72,410 - $88,501. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Palos Hills IL is approximately $201. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $72,410 - $88,501.
The average wedding cost in Palos Hills IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $72,410 - $88,501 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Palos Hills IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $241 - $295. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $267 - $327.
In Palos Hills IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,471 - $1,797. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,077 - $2,539 |
2.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$241 - $295 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,471 - $1,797 |
2.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Palos Hills IL is $1,745 - $2,133. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Palos Hills IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,745 - $2,133 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,745 - $2,133 |
2.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Palos Hills IL is $249 - $305. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,070 - $1,308, which is 1.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Palos Hills IL area is $1,070 - $1,308.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,070 - $1,308 |
1.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,070 - $1,308 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Palos Hills IL, you should budget approximately $49,639 - $60,669, which is about 68.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$49,639 - $60,669 |
68.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$9,850 - $12,038 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$19,125 - $23,375 |
26.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,104 - $17,238 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,560 - $8,018 |
9.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,622 - $5,649. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,622 - $5,649 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$466 - $570 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$621 - $759 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,948 - $2,380 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,384 - $1,692 |
1.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,394 - $2,926.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,394 - $2,926 |
3.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,571 - $1,920 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$824 - $1,007 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,993 - $2,435. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,993 - $2,435 |
2.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$241 - $295 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$785 - $959 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$415 - $507 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$552 - $674 |
0.8% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for HER) is estimated at $815 - $996, which is about 1.1% 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 $490 - $598, which is about 0.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,304 - $1,594 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HER
|
$815 - $996 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for HIM
|
$490 - $598 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Palos Hills IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $858 - $1,048.
| Other Events Cost |
$858 - $1,048 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$858 - $1,048 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Palos Hills IL spend between $5,772 - $7,054 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Palos Hills IL with 400 guests spend between $3,111 - $3,803 on wedding photography, which is about 4.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Palos Hills IL is $2,660 - $3,252. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,772 - $7,054 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,111 - $3,803 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,660 - $3,252 |
3.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $444 - $542.
| Transportation Cost |
$444 - $542 |
0.6% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$444 - $542 |
0.6% |