For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $35,591 - $43,500. 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 IL is approximately $316. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,591 - $43,500.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,591 - $43,500 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 $267 - $327. 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 $284 - $348.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,607 - $1,965. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,279 - $2,785 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$267 - $327 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$120 - $146 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$284 - $348 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,607 - $1,965 |
4.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $419 - $513. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$419 - $513 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$419 - $513 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $261 - $319. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,656 - $2,024, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,153 - $1,409.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,656 - $2,024 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,153 - $1,409 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$503 - $615 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $13,773 - $16,833, which is about 38.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,773 - $16,833 |
38.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,203 - $2,693 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,288 - $5,240 |
12.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,726 - $6,998 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,556 - $1,902 |
4.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,651 - $3,240. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,651 - $3,240 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$563 - $689 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$700 - $856 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$526 - $642 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$332 - $406 |
0.9% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $764 - $934.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$764 - $934 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$129 - $157 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$356 - $436 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$177 - $217 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $608 - $744. This is approximately 1.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$608 - $744 |
1.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$47 - $57 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $906 - $1,108, which is about 2.5% 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 $540 - $660, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,436 - $6,644 |
15.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,990 - $4,876 |
11.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$906 - $1,108 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$540 - $660 |
1.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $864 - $1,056.
| Other Events Cost |
$864 - $1,056 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$864 - $1,056 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,724 - $4,552 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,366 - $4,114 on wedding photography, which is about 9.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,724 - $4,552 |
10.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$358 - $438 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,366 - $4,114 |
9.5% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,849 - $2,259. This service accounts for 5.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,849 - $2,259 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,849 - $2,259 |
5.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $640 - $782.
| Transportation Cost |
$640 - $782 |
1.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$640 - $782 |
1.8% |