For a wedding with 38 guests in the Waukegan IL, the estimated total cost is around $20,867 - $25,504. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waukegan IL is approximately $610. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $20,867 - $25,504.
The average wedding cost in Waukegan IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $20,867 - $25,504 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Waukegan IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $176 - $215. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $185 - $227.
In Waukegan IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,052 - $1,286. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,491 - $1,823 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$176 - $215 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$78 - $96 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$185 - $227 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,052 - $1,286 |
5.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Waukegan IL is $107 - $131. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Waukegan IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Waukegan IL is $175 - $213. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$175 - $213 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,181 - $5,111, which is 20.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waukegan IL area is $1,027 - $1,255.
For a live band, couples in Waukegan IL typically budget around $2,712 - $3,314 which is 13.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,181 - $5,111 |
20.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,027 - $1,255 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$443 - $541 |
2.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,712 - $3,314 |
13.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Waukegan IL, you should budget approximately $3,756 - $4,590, which is about 18.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$3,756 - $4,590 |
18.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$539 - $659 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,835 - $3,465 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$382 - $466 |
1.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,652 - $2,020. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,652 - $2,020 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$497 - $607 |
2.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$221 - $271 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$627 - $767 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$135 - $165 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$84 - $102 |
0.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $143 - $175.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$143 - $175 |
0.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$87 - $107 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$56 - $68 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $142 - $174. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$142 - $174 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$22 - $26 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $641 - $783, which is about 3.1% 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 $382 - $466, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,844 - $4,698 |
18.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,822 - $3,449 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$641 - $783 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$382 - $466 |
1.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Waukegan IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
1.2% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
1.2% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $787 - $961.
| Other Events Cost |
$787 - $961 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$787 - $961 |
3.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Waukegan IL spend between $4,334 - $5,297 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waukegan IL with 38 guests spend between $2,324 - $2,840 on wedding photography, which is about 11.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Waukegan IL is $1,701 - $2,079. This makes up a portion of your (8.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,334 - $5,297 |
20.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$309 - $377 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,324 - $2,840 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,701 - $2,079 |
8.2% |