For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago Heights IL, the estimated total cost is around $67,779 - $82,841. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago Heights IL is approximately $301. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,779 - $82,841.
The average wedding cost in Chicago Heights IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,779 - $82,841 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $389 - $475. 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 $434 - $530.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,381 - $2,910. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,362 - $4,110 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$389 - $475 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$159 - $195 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$434 - $530 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,381 - $2,910 |
3.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago Heights IL is $870 - $1,064. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago Heights IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$870 - $1,064 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$870 - $1,064 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago Heights IL is $259 - $317. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,802 - $7,092, which is 8.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago Heights IL area is $1,005 - $1,229.
For a live band, couples in Chicago Heights IL typically budget around $3,367 - $4,115 which is 5.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,802 - $7,092 |
8.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,005 - $1,229 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$488 - $596 |
0.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,367 - $4,115 |
5.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$942 - $1,152 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chicago Heights IL, you should budget approximately $24,939 - $30,481, which is about 36.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,939 - $30,481 |
36.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,821 - $5,893 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,362 - $11,442 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,660 - $9,362 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,096 - $3,784 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,599 - $4,399. This accounts for roughly 5.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,599 - $4,399 |
5.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$217 - $265 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$605 - $739 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$971 - $1,187 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$690 - $844 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,425 - $1,741.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,425 - $1,741 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$742 - $906 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$377 - $461 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,050 - $2,506. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,050 - $2,506 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$358 - $438 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$155 - $189 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$276 - $338 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$253 - $309 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,202 - $1,469, which is about 1.8% 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 $723 - $883, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,152 - $9,964 |
12.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$257 - $314 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$304 - $372 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,294 - $6,470 |
7.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$374 - $457 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,202 - $1,469 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$723 - $883 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago Heights IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $806 - $985.
| Other Events Cost |
$806 - $985 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$806 - $985 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
0.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago Heights IL spend between $6,128 - $7,490 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago Heights IL with 250 guests spend between $2,362 - $2,886 on wedding photography, which is about 3.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago Heights IL is $2,019 - $2,467. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,128 - $7,490 |
9.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$473 - $578 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,362 - $2,886 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,019 - $2,467 |
3.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago Heights IL is estimated to be $1,885 - $2,303. This service accounts for 2.8% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago Heights IL is estimated to be $3,255 - $3,979. This service accounts for 4.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,500 - $9,166 |
11.1% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,360 - $2,884 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,885 - $2,303 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,255 - $3,979 |
4.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,213 - $2,705.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,213 - $2,705 |
3.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$444 - $542 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,769 - $2,163 |
2.6% |