For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $53,611 - $65,525. 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 $340. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,611 - $65,525.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,611 - $65,525 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $458 - $560. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $492 - $602.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,728 - $3,334. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,885 - $4,749 |
7.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$458 - $560 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$492 - $602 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,728 - $3,334 |
5.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $622 - $760. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$622 - $760 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$622 - $760 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $269 - $329. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$269 - $329 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,886 - $2,305, which is 3.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,307 - $1,597.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,886 - $2,305 |
3.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$579 - $707 |
1.1% |
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 $20,448 - $24,992, which is about 38.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,448 - $24,992 |
38.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,411 - $4,169 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,622 - $8,094 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,010 - $9,790 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,405 - $2,939 |
4.5% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,339 - $4,081. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,339 - $4,081 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$581 - $711 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$260 - $318 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$779 - $953 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$787 - $961 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$503 - $615 |
0.9% |
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 $838 - $1,024.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$838 - $1,024 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$167 - $204 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$549 - $671 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,016 - $1,242. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,016 - $1,242 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$173 - $211 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$80 - $98 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$105 - $129 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,487 - $1,817, which is about 2.8% 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 $896 - $1,095, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,879 - $10,852 |
16.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,496 - $7,940 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,487 - $1,817 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$896 - $1,095 |
1.7% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,935 - $8,477 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $3,694 - $4,514 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,832 - $3,462. This makes up a portion of your (5.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,935 - $8,477 |
12.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$410 - $501 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,694 - $4,514 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,832 - $3,462 |
5.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $4,176 - $5,104. This service accounts for 7.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,176 - $5,104 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,176 - $5,104 |
7.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $916 - $1,120.
| Transportation Cost |
$916 - $1,120 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$916 - $1,120 |
1.7% |