For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $33,905 - $41,439. 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 $215. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,905 - $41,439.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,905 - $41,439 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $284 - $347. 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 $305 - $373.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,670 - $2,041. This represents about 4.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,389 - $2,919 |
7.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$284 - $347 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $160 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$305 - $373 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,670 - $2,041 |
4.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $608 - $744. 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 |
$608 - $744 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$608 - $744 |
1.8% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,689 - $2,065, which is 5.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,170 - $1,430.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,689 - $2,065 |
5.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,170 - $1,430 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$519 - $635 |
1.5% |
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 IL, you should budget approximately $22,491 - $27,489, which is about 66.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,491 - $27,489 |
66.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,302 - $4,036 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,366 - $7,780 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,473 - $12,801 |
30.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,350 - $2,872 |
6.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,682 - $3,278. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,682 - $3,278 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$505 - $617 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $281 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$697 - $851 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$763 - $933 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$488 - $596 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $536 - $655.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$536 - $655 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$536 - $655 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $850 - $1,038. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$850 - $1,038 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$257 - $314 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$116 - $142 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,660 - $3,252 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,660 - $3,252 on wedding photography, which is about 7.8% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,660 - $3,252 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,660 - $3,252 |
7.8% |