For a wedding with 125 guests in the Normal IL, the estimated total cost is around $32,996 - $40,328. 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 $293. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,996 - $40,328.
The average wedding cost in Normal IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,996 - $40,328 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 $223 - $273. 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 $237 - $289.
In Normal IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,337 - $1,635. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,896 - $2,318 |
5.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$223 - $273 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$237 - $289 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,337 - $1,635 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Normal IL is $453 - $553. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$453 - $553 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$453 - $553 |
1.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Normal IL is $221 - $271. 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 |
$221 - $271 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,636 - $2,000, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Normal IL area is $1,143 - $1,397.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,636 - $2,000 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$493 - $603 |
1.5% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Normal IL, you should budget approximately $15,562 - $19,020, which is about 47.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,562 - $19,020 |
47.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,453 - $2,999 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,771 - $5,831 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,599 - $8,065 |
20.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,739 - $2,125 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,542 - $3,106. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,542 - $3,106 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$458 - $560 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$653 - $799 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$571 - $697 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$353 - $431 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $802 - $980.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$802 - $980 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$398 - $486 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $666 - $814. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$666 - $814 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$51 - $63 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $799 - $977, which is about 2.4% 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 $475 - $581, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,792 - $5,856 |
14.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,517 - $4,299 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$799 - $977 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$475 - $581 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Normal IL area is $241 - $295. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$241 - $295 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$241 - $295 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $877 - $1,071.
| Other Events Cost |
$877 - $1,071 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$877 - $1,071 |
2.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Normal IL spend between $2,919 - $3,567 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Normal IL with 125 guests spend between $2,589 - $3,165 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,919 - $3,567 |
8.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $403 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,589 - $3,165 |
7.8% |