For a wedding with 15 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $12,843 - $15,697. 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 $951. With a guest count of 15, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $12,843 - $15,697.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $12,843 - $15,697 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 $423 - $517.
In Cypress TX, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,327 - $2,845. This represents about 18.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,750 - $3,362 |
21.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$423 - $517 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,327 - $2,845 |
18.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 15 guests in Chicago IL is $50 - $61. 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 |
$50 - $61 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$50 - $61 |
0.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,797 - $2,197, which is 14.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,242 - $1,518.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,797 - $2,197 |
14.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
9.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$555 - $679 |
4.3% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 15 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $2,467 - $3,015, which is about 19.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$2,467 - $3,015 |
19.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$262 - $320 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$500 - $612 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$1,524 - $1,862 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$181 - $221 |
1.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,326 - $2,842. This accounts for roughly 18.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,326 - $2,842 |
18.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$555 - $679 |
4.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$256 - $312 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,298 - $1,586 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$122 - $150 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$95 - $116 |
0.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 15 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $379 - $463.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$379 - $463 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$141 - $173 |
1.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$194 - $238 |
1.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$43 - $53 |
0.3% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $124 - $152. This is approximately 1.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$124 - $152 |
1.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$22 - $26 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$10 - $12 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$33 - $41 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$11 - $13 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$14 - $18 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,246 - $1,522, which is about 9.7% 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 $785 - $959, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,030 - $2,482 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,246 - $1,522 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$785 - $959 |
6.1% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $920 - $1,124.
| Other Events Cost |
$920 - $1,124 |
7.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$920 - $1,124 |
7.2% |