For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $22,800 - $27,866. 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 $338. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $22,800 - $27,866.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $22,800 - $27,866 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $205 - $251.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$292 - $356 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$205 - $251 |
0.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago IL is $236 - $288. 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 |
$236 - $288 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$236 - $288 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $260 - $318. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.1% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$260 - $318 |
1.1% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.4% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,654 - $2,022, which is 7.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,151 - $1,407.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,654 - $2,022 |
7.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,151 - $1,407 |
5.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$503 - $615 |
2.2% |
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 $8,791 - $10,745, which is about 38.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$8,791 - $10,745 |
38.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,231 - $1,505 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,396 - $2,928 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,295 - $5,249 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$869 - $1,063 |
3.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,156 - $2,636. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,156 - $2,636 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$556 - $680 |
2.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $303 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$693 - $847 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$295 - $361 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$186 - $228 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $312 - $382.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$312 - $382 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$199 - $243 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$113 - $139 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $290 - $354. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$290 - $354 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$31 - $37 |
0.1% |
|
Postage
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$43 - $53 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
| Jewelry Cost |
$484 - $592 |
2.1% |
|
Bracelet
|
$152 - $186 |
0.7% |
|
Earrings
|
$143 - $175 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$189 - $231 |
0.8% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $863 - $1,055.
| Other Events Cost |
$863 - $1,055 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$863 - $1,055 |
3.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,198 - $7,576 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 27.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $2,638 - $3,224 on wedding photography, which is about 11.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,982 - $2,422. This makes up a portion of your (8.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,198 - $7,576 |
27.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$289 - $353 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$419 - $513 |
1.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$316 - $386 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$554 - $678 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,638 - $3,224 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,982 - $2,422 |
8.7% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $851 - $1,041.
| Transportation Cost |
$851 - $1,041 |
3.7% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$514 - $628 |
2.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$338 - $413 |
1.5% |