For a wedding with 175 guests in the chicago, the estimated total cost is around $67,348 - $82,314. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in chicago is approximately $428. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,348 - $82,314.
The average wedding cost in chicago is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,348 - $82,314 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $257 - $315. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $266 - $326.
In Los Angeles CA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,465 - $1,791. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,109 - $2,577 |
3.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $326 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,465 - $1,791 |
2.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in chicago is $855 - $1,045. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the chicago area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$855 - $1,045 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$855 - $1,045 |
1.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,417 - $2,954, which is 3.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the chicago area is $1,670 - $2,042.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,417 - $2,954 |
3.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,670 - $2,042 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$746 - $912 |
1.1% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in chicago, you should budget approximately $30,823 - $37,673, which is about 45.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$30,823 - $37,673 |
45.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,775 - $5,837 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,134 - $11,164 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$13,611 - $16,635 |
20.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,303 - $4,037 |
4.9% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,142 - $7,506. This accounts for roughly 9.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,142 - $7,506 |
9.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$684 - $836 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$314 - $384 |
0.5% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,859 - $2,272 |
2.8% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,441 - $1,761 |
2.1% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,844 - $2,254 |
2.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,941 - $2,373. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,941 - $2,373 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$220 - $268 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$383 - $469 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$184 - $224 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$167 - $204 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $851 - $1,041, which is about 1.3% 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 $537 - $657, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,495 - $6,717 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,107 - $5,019 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$537 - $657 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Los Angeles CA spend between $5,900 - $7,212 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in chicago with 175 guests spend between $3,865 - $4,723 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,900 - $7,212 |
8.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$360 - $440 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$545 - $667 |
0.8% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$403 - $493 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$727 - $889 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,865 - $4,723 |
5.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in chicago is estimated to be $2,458 - $3,004. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,458 - $3,004 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,458 - $3,004 |
3.6% |
