For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $17,665 - $21,591. 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 $262. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $17,665 - $21,591.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $17,665 - $21,591 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,171 - $1,431. This represents about 6.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,171 - $1,431 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,171 - $1,431 |
6.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago IL is $239 - $292. 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 |
$239 - $292 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$239 - $292 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,722 - $2,104, which is 9.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,193 - $1,458.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,722 - $2,104 |
9.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,193 - $1,458 |
6.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$529 - $647 |
3.0% |
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 $9,343 - $11,419, which is about 52.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,343 - $11,419 |
52.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,272 - $1,554 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,452 - $2,996 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,714 - $5,762 |
26.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$905 - $1,107 |
5.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $421 - $515. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$421 - $515 |
2.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$70 - $86 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$33 - $41 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$105 - $129 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$53 - $65 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.3% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $4,770 - $5,830 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 27.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $2,711 - $3,313 on wedding photography, which is about 15.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,059 - $2,517. This makes up a portion of your (11.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,770 - $5,830 |
27.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,711 - $3,313 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,059 - $2,517 |
11.7% |