For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $25,791 - $31,523. 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 $382. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,791 - $31,523.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,791 - $31,523 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Glenview IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $422 - $516. This represents about 1.6% of your total wedding expenses.
In Glenview IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,490 - $3,044. This represents about 9.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,912 - $3,560 |
11.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$422 - $516 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,490 - $3,044 |
9.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago IL is $267 - $327. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$267 - $327 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$267 - $327 |
1.0% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,389 - $5,365, which is 17.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,777 - $4,617 which is 14.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,389 - $5,365 |
17.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$612 - $748 |
2.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,777 - $4,617 |
14.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $10,595 - $12,949, which is about 41.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,595 - $12,949 |
41.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,439 - $1,759 |
5.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,775 - $3,391 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,357 - $6,547 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
4.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,355 - $1,656. This accounts for roughly 5.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,355 - $1,656 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$805 - $983 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$336 - $410 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$214 - $262 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $444 - $542. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$444 - $542 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$36 - $44 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$40 - $48 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$68 - $84 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Glenview IL spend between $4,167 - $5,093 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $3,780 - $4,620 on wedding photography, which is about 14.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,167 - $5,093 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$387 - $473 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,780 - $4,620 |
14.7% |
