For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $37,880 - $46,298. 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 $241. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,880 - $46,298.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,880 - $46,298 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 $158 - $194.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $894 - $1,092. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,052 - $1,286 |
2.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$894 - $1,092 |
2.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $20,640 - $25,226, which is about 54.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,640 - $25,226 |
54.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,350 - $4,094 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,516 - $7,964 |
17.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,400 - $10,266 |
22.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,374 - $2,902 |
6.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,938 - $3,590. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,938 - $3,590 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$509 - $623 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$702 - $858 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$790 - $966 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$489 - $597 |
1.3% |
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 $1,021 - $1,247.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,021 - $1,247 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$545 - $666 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$284 - $347 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $458 - $560. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$458 - $560 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$160 - $196 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $548 - $670, which is about 1.4% 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 $327 - $399, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,287 - $4,017 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,412 - $2,948 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$548 - $670 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$327 - $399 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $910 - $1,112.
| Other Events Cost |
$910 - $1,112 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$910 - $1,112 |
2.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,367 - $6,559 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,687 - $3,285 on wedding photography, which is about 7.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,967 - $2,405. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,367 - $6,559 |
14.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$300 - $366 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$412 - $504 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,687 - $3,285 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,967 - $2,405 |
5.2% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,954 - $2,388. This service accounts for 5.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,954 - $2,388 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,954 - $2,388 |
5.2% |