For a wedding with 125 guests in the Normal IL, the estimated total cost is around $37,211 - $45,481. 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 $331. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,211 - $45,481.
The average wedding cost in Normal IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,211 - $45,481 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 $212 - $260. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $225 - $275.
In Normal IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,271 - $1,553. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,803 - $2,203 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$212 - $260 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,271 - $1,553 |
3.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Normal IL is $431 - $527. 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 |
$431 - $527 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$431 - $527 |
1.2% |
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 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $271 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,336 - $5,300, which is 11.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Normal IL area is $1,065 - $1,301.
For a live band, couples in Normal IL typically budget around $2,813 - $3,438 which is 7.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,336 - $5,300 |
11.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
2.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$459 - $561 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,813 - $3,438 |
7.6% |
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 $14,434 - $17,642, which is about 38.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,434 - $17,642 |
38.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,316 - $2,830 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,504 - $5,504 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,973 - $7,301 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,642 - $2,006 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,448 - $2,992. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,448 - $2,992 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$458 - $560 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$617 - $754 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$544 - $664 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
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 $771 - $943.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$771 - $943 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$119 - $145 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$375 - $459 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$184 - $224 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $537 - $657. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$537 - $657 |
1.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$49 - $59 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $751 - $917, which is about 2.0% 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 $446 - $546, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,502 - $5,502 |
12.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,305 - $4,039 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$751 - $917 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$446 - $546 |
1.2% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $815 - $997.
| Other Events Cost |
$815 - $997 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$815 - $997 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$390 - $476 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Normal IL spend between $2,740 - $3,348 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Normal IL with 125 guests spend between $2,410 - $2,946 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,740 - $3,348 |
7.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$329 - $403 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,410 - $2,946 |
6.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Normal IL is estimated to be $3,542 - $4,329. This service accounts for 9.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,542 - $4,329 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,542 - $4,329 |
9.5% |