For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago, IL, the estimated total cost is around $25,712 - $31,426. 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, IL is approximately $381. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,712 - $31,426.
The average wedding cost in Chicago, IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,712 - $31,426 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 $372 - $454. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $415 - $507.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,277 - $2,783. This represents about 8.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,216 - $3,930 |
12.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$372 - $454 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$152 - $186 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$415 - $507 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,277 - $2,783 |
8.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago, IL is $213 - $261. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago, IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$213 - $261 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$213 - $261 |
0.8% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,388 - $1,696, which is 5.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago, IL area is $934 - $1,142.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,388 - $1,696 |
5.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$934 - $1,142 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$454 - $554 |
1.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Chicago, IL, you should budget approximately $7,325 - $8,953, which is about 28.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$7,325 - $8,953 |
28.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$946 - $1,156 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,837 - $2,245 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,830 - $4,682 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$712 - $870 |
2.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,821 - $2,225. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,821 - $2,225 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$476 - $582 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$581 - $711 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$239 - $292 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$169 - $207 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $357 - $437. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$357 - $437 |
1.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$65 - $79 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$44 - $54 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,101 - $1,345, which is about 4.3% 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 $662 - $810, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,611 - $8,081 |
25.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,848 - $5,926 |
18.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,101 - $1,345 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$662 - $810 |
2.6% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Libertyville IL spend between $2,551 - $3,117 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago, IL with 75 guests spend between $2,194 - $2,682 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,551 - $3,117 |
9.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,194 - $2,682 |
8.5% |
