For a wedding with 175 guests in the Normal IL, the estimated total cost is around $33,392 - $40,812. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Normal IL is approximately $212. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,392 - $40,812.
The average wedding cost in Normal IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,392 - $40,812 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Normal IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $232 - $284. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $249 - $305.
In Normal IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,381 - $1,687. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,967 - $2,405 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$232 - $284 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,381 - $1,687 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Normal IL is $610 - $746. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Normal IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$610 - $746 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$610 - $746 |
1.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Normal IL is $227 - $277. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,058 - $2,516, which is 6.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Normal IL area is $1,082 - $1,322.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,058 - $2,516 |
6.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,082 - $1,322 |
3.2% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$977 - $1,194 |
2.9% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Normal IL, you should budget approximately $17,043 - $20,831, which is about 51.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,043 - $20,831 |
51.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,324 - $4,062 |
10.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,454 - $7,888 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,266 - $8,880 |
21.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $901 - $1,101. This accounts for roughly 2.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$901 - $1,101 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$492 - $602 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $670 - $818.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$670 - $818 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$536 - $656 |
1.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $567 - $693. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$567 - $693 |
1.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$252 - $308 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$123 - $151 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $782 - $956, which is about 2.3% 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 $472 - $576, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,063 - $6,188 |
15.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$171 - $209 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,417 - $4,177 |
10.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$221 - $270 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$782 - $956 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$472 - $576 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Normal IL area is $237 - $289. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$379 - $463 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Normal IL spend between $3,670 - $4,486 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Normal IL with 175 guests spend between $2,937 - $3,589 on wedding photography, which is about 8.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,670 - $4,486 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$734 - $897 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,937 - $3,589 |
8.8% |