For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $32,695 - $39,961. 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 $484. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,695 - $39,961.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,695 - $39,961 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 $642 - $784. This represents about 2.0% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $662 - $810.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,650 - $4,462. This represents about 11.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$5,255 - $6,423 |
16.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$642 - $784 |
2.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$301 - $367 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$662 - $810 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,650 - $4,462 |
11.2% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago IL is $289 - $353. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$289 - $353 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$289 - $353 |
0.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $287 - $351. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$287 - $351 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,987 - $2,429, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,373 - $1,679.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,987 - $2,429 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,373 - $1,679 |
4.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$614 - $750 |
1.9% |
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 $11,848 - $14,480, which is about 36.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,848 - $14,480 |
36.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,533 - $1,873 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,933 - $3,585 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,321 - $7,725 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,061 - $1,297 |
3.2% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,361 - $4,107. This accounts for roughly 10.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,361 - $4,107 |
10.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$609 - $745 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$280 - $342 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$930 - $1,136 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$261 - $319 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,867 - $2,281. This is approximately 5.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,867 - $2,281 |
5.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$323 - $395 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$149 - $183 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$507 - $619 |
1.5% |
|
Postage
|
$151 - $185 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$285 - $349 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$221 - $271 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$230 - $281 |
0.7% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $261 - $319. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$261 - $319 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,017 - $1,243.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,017 - $1,243 |
3.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
3.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,524 - $7,974 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $3,176 - $3,882 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,426 - $2,965. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,524 - $7,974 |
20.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$479 - $585 |
1.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$444 - $542 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,176 - $3,882 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,426 - $2,965 |
7.4% |