For a wedding with 15 guests in the Dekalb IL, the estimated total cost is around $4,405 - $5,383. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Dekalb IL is approximately $326. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $4,405 - $5,383.
The average wedding cost in Dekalb IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $4,405 - $5,383 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $182 - $222.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$182 - $222 |
4.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$182 - $222 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Dekalb IL is $36 - $44. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Dekalb IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $2 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$36 - $44 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$36 - $44 |
0.8% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Dekalb IL is $87 - $107. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 2.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$87 - $107 |
2.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
2.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Dekalb IL, you should budget approximately $1,743 - $2,131, which is about 39.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,743 - $2,131 |
39.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$158 - $194 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$308 - $376 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,277 - $1,561 |
29.0% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $628 - $768. This accounts for roughly 14.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$628 - $768 |
14.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$416 - $508 |
9.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$181 - $221 |
4.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $19 - $23.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$19 - $23 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$19 - $23 |
0.4% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $41 - $51. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$41 - $51 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$5 - $7 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$18 - $22 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$8 - $10 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$10 - $12 |
0.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Dekalb IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
5.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
5.5% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
9.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Dekalb IL spend between $995 - $1,216 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.6% of your overall budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$995 - $1,216 |
22.6% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$255 - $311 |
5.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$267 - $327 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$473 - $578 |
10.7% |