For a wedding with 175 guests in the Aurora IL, the estimated total cost is around $48,526 - $59,310. 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 $308. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,526 - $59,310.
The average wedding cost in Aurora IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,526 - $59,310 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $246 - $300. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $254 - $310.
In Houston TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,400 - $1,711. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,014 - $2,462 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$246 - $300 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$254 - $310 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,400 - $1,711 |
2.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Aurora IL is $718 - $878. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$718 - $878 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$718 - $878 |
1.5% |
Beauty Health & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Aurora IL is $292 - $356. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty Health & Spa Cost |
$292 - $356 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure and Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,920 - $2,346, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Aurora IL area is $1,327 - $1,621.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,920 - $2,346 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,327 - $1,621 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$593 - $725 |
1.2% |
Event Venue & Services
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Aurora IL, you should budget approximately $23,619 - $28,867, which is about 48.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue & Services Cost |
$23,619 - $28,867 |
48.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,877 - $4,739 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,419 - $9,067 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location Fee
|
$9,640 - $11,782 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,683 - $3,279 |
5.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,403 - $6,603. This accounts for roughly 11.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,403 - $6,603 |
11.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$617 - $754 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres/Corsages
|
$283 - $345 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,562 - $1,909 |
3.2% |
|
Reception and Table Flowers & Decorations
|
$1,211 - $1,480 |
2.5% |
|
Venue Decorations
|
$1,732 - $2,116 |
3.6% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,219 - $1,489.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,219 - $1,489 |
2.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$636 - $778 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$319 - $389 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,523 - $1,861. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,523 - $1,861 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$173 - $211 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations and Reply Cards
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$137 - $167 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $771 - $943, which is about 1.6% 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 $486 - $594, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,257 - $1,537 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$771 - $943 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$486 - $594 |
1.0% |
Other Events & Items
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $983 - $1,201.
| Other Events & Items Cost |
$1,494 - $1,826 |
3.1% |
|
Lodging
|
$511 - $625 |
1.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Aurora IL spend between $7,116 - $8,698 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Aurora IL with 175 guests spend between $3,069 - $3,751 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Aurora IL is $2,344 - $2,864. This makes up a portion of your (4.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,116 - $8,698 |
14.7% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$296 - $362 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$479 - $585 |
1.0% |
|
Prints/Enlargements
|
$331 - $405 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$598 - $730 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,069 - $3,751 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,344 - $2,864 |
4.8% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Aurora IL is estimated to be $1,952 - $2,386. This service accounts for 4.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,952 - $2,386 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,952 - $2,386 |
4.0% |