For a wedding with 175 guests in the Aurora IL, the estimated total cost is around $46,085 - $56,327. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Aurora IL is approximately $293. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,085 - $56,327.
The average wedding cost in Aurora IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,085 - $56,327 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $371 - $453. 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 $399 - $487.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,208 - $2,698. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,145 - $3,843 |
6.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$371 - $453 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$167 - $205 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$399 - $487 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,208 - $2,698 |
4.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Aurora IL is $637 - $779. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Aurora IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$637 - $779 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$637 - $779 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,988 - $2,430, which is 4.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Aurora IL area is $1,378 - $1,684.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,988 - $2,430 |
4.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,378 - $1,684 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$610 - $746 |
1.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Aurora IL, you should budget approximately $21,536 - $26,322, which is about 46.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$21,536 - $26,322 |
46.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,551 - $4,341 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,893 - $8,425 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,589 - $10,497 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,503 - $3,059 |
5.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,380 - $4,132. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,380 - $4,132 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$575 - $703 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$803 - $981 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$806 - $985 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$515 - $629 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $853 - $1,043.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$853 - $1,043 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$572 - $699 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$282 - $344 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $931 - $1,137. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$931 - $1,137 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$172 - $210 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$261 - $319 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,254 - $1,532, which is about 2.7% 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 $756 - $924, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,488 - $9,152 |
16.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,478 - $6,696 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,254 - $1,532 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$756 - $924 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Aurora IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,000 - $1,222.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,000 - $1,222 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,000 - $1,222 |
2.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Aurora IL spend between $3,558 - $4,348 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Aurora IL with 175 guests spend between $3,181 - $3,887 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,558 - $4,348 |
7.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$377 - $461 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,181 - $3,887 |
6.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $916 - $1,120.
| Transportation Cost |
$916 - $1,120 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$916 - $1,120 |
2.0% |