For a wedding with 125 guests in the Rockford IL, the estimated total cost is around $28,834 - $35,242. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rockford IL is approximately $256. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $28,834 - $35,242.
The average wedding cost in Rockford IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $28,834 - $35,242 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Roscoe IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $276 - $338. This represents about 1.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $307 - $375.
In Roscoe IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,688 - $2,064. This represents about 5.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,384 - $2,914 |
8.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$276 - $338 |
1.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$307 - $375 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,688 - $2,064 |
5.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Rockford IL is $376 - $460. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Rockford IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$376 - $460 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$376 - $460 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Rockford IL is $212 - $260. 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 |
$212 - $260 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$74 - $90 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,220 - $1,492, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rockford IL area is $822 - $1,004.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,220 - $1,492 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$822 - $1,004 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$399 - $487 |
1.4% |
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 Rockford IL, you should budget approximately $11,175 - $13,659, which is about 38.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,175 - $13,659 |
38.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,719 - $2,101 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,339 - $4,081 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,823 - $5,895 |
16.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,294 - $1,582 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,048 - $2,504. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,048 - $2,504 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$400 - $488 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$173 - $211 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$498 - $608 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$419 - $513 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$298 - $364 |
1.0% |
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 $310 - $378.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$310 - $378 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$310 - $378 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $631 - $771. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$631 - $771 |
2.2% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $857 - $1,047, which is about 3.0% 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 $516 - $630, which is about 1.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,147 - $6,291 |
17.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,775 - $4,613 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$857 - $1,047 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$516 - $630 |
1.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $659 - $805.
| Other Events Cost |
$659 - $805 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$659 - $805 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$406 - $496 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Rockford IL spend between $2,305 - $2,817 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rockford IL with 125 guests spend between $1,988 - $2,430 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,305 - $2,817 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$317 - $387 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,988 - $2,430 |
6.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Rockford IL is estimated to be $1,541 - $1,883. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,541 - $1,883 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,541 - $1,883 |
5.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $419 - $513.
| Transportation Cost |
$419 - $513 |
1.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$419 - $513 |
1.5% |