For a wedding with 15 guests in the Aurora IL, the estimated total cost is around $7,428 - $9,078. 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 $550. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $7,428 - $9,078.
The average wedding cost in Aurora IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $7,428 - $9,078 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Dekalb IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $163 - $199. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $182 - $222.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$411 - $503 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$163 - $199 |
2.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$67 - $81 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$182 - $222 |
2.4% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Aurora IL is $36 - $44. 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 $2 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$36 - $44 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$36 - $44 |
0.5% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Aurora IL is $87 - $107. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.2% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$87 - $107 |
1.2% |
|
Hair Service
|
$87 - $107 |
1.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $842 - $1,030, which is 11.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Aurora IL area is $842 - $1,030.
| Entertainment Cost |
$842 - $1,030 |
11.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$842 - $1,030 |
11.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Aurora IL, you should budget approximately $1,743 - $2,131, which is about 23.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$1,743 - $2,131 |
23.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$158 - $194 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$308 - $376 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,277 - $1,561 |
17.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $628 - $768. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$628 - $768 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$416 - $508 |
5.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$181 - $221 |
2.4% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $48 - $58.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$48 - $58 |
0.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$29 - $35 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$19 - $23 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $64 - $78. This is approximately 0.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$64 - $78 |
0.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$14 - $17 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$5 - $7 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$18 - $22 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$8 - $10 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$9 - $11 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$10 - $12 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $572 - $699, which is about 7.7% 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 $344 - $420, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$915 - $1,119 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$572 - $699 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$344 - $420 |
4.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Aurora IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
3.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
3.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
5.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Aurora IL spend between $1,979 - $2,419 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 26.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Aurora IL with 15 guests spend between $1,979 - $2,419 on wedding photography, which is about 26.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$1,979 - $2,419 |
26.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$1,979 - $2,419 |
26.6% |