For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $29,704 - $36,304. 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 $189. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,704 - $36,304.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,704 - $36,304 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $603 - $737. 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 |
$603 - $737 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$603 - $737 |
2.0% |
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 $19,598 - $23,954, which is about 66.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$19,598 - $23,954 |
66.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,227 - $3,944 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,219 - $7,601 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,857 - $9,603 |
26.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,296 - $2,806 |
7.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,481 - $1,811. This accounts for roughly 5.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,481 - $1,811 |
5.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$226 - $276 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$757 - $925 |
2.5% |
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 $800 - $978.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$800 - $978 |
2.7% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$524 - $640 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$276 - $338 |
0.9% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $203 - $248. This is approximately 0.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$203 - $248 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $747 - $913, which is about 2.5% 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 $453 - $553, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,441 - $5,427 |
14.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,241 - $3,961 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$747 - $913 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$453 - $553 |
1.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,578 - $3,150 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,578 - $3,150 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,578 - $3,150 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,578 - $3,150 |
8.7% |