For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $51,755 - $63,256. 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 $230. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,755 - $63,256.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,755 - $63,256 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Wilmette IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $572 - $699. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $616 - $752.
In Wilmette IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,408 - $4,166. This represents about 6.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,854 - $5,932 |
9.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$572 - $699 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$258 - $316 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$616 - $752 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,408 - $4,166 |
6.6% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wilmette IL is $251 - $307. 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 |
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,757 - $2,147, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,218 - $1,488.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,757 - $2,147 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,218 - $1,488 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$539 - $659 |
1.0% |
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 Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $25,963 - $31,733, which is about 50.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,963 - $31,733 |
50.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,706 - $11,862 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,733 - $15,563 |
24.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,524 - $4,308 |
6.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,109 - $5,022. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,109 - $5,022 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$551 - $673 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$744 - $910 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,157 - $1,414 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$739 - $903 |
1.4% |
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 $1,568 - $1,916.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,568 - $1,916 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$806 - $985 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$444 - $542 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,602 - $1,958. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,602 - $1,958 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$271 - $331 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$412 - $504 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,771 - $2,165, which is about 3.4% 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 Partner 2) is estimated at $1,067 - $1,304, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,838 - $3,468 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,771 - $2,165 |
3.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,067 - $1,304 |
2.1% |
Officiant
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 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $883 - $1,079.
| Other Events Cost |
$883 - $1,079 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$883 - $1,079 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,418 - $6,622 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $2,811 - $3,435 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,155 - $2,633. This makes up a portion of your (4.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,418 - $6,622 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$453 - $553 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,811 - $3,435 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,155 - $2,633 |
4.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,859 - $2,273. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,859 - $2,273 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,859 - $2,273 |
3.6% |