For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $53,684 - $65,614. 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 $341. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $53,684 - $65,614.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $53,684 - $65,614 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $753 - $921. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $778 - $950.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $4,277 - $5,227. This represents about 8.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$6,160 - $7,528 |
11.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$753 - $921 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$352 - $430 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$778 - $950 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$4,277 - $5,227 |
8.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $652 - $796. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$652 - $796 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$652 - $796 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $267 - $327. 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 |
$267 - $327 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,714 - $2,094, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,184 - $1,448.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,714 - $2,094 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,184 - $1,448 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$529 - $647 |
1.0% |
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 $20,204 - $24,694, which is about 37.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,204 - $24,694 |
37.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,559 - $4,349 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,809 - $8,322 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,375 - $9,013 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,462 - $3,010 |
4.6% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,108 - $6,244. This accounts for roughly 9.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,108 - $6,244 |
9.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$547 - $669 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$1,466 - $1,792 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,602 - $1,958 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,242 - $1,518 |
2.3% |
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 $1,031 - $1,261.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,031 - $1,261 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$188 - $230 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$259 - $317 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$584 - $714 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,168 - $3,872. This is approximately 5.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,168 - $3,872 |
5.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$536 - $655 |
1.0% |
|
Guest Book
|
$248 - $303 |
0.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.6% |
|
Postage
|
$320 - $391 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$474 - $580 |
0.9% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$368 - $450 |
0.7% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$382 - $466 |
0.7% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $2,146 - $2,622, which is about 4.0% 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 $1,354 - $1,654, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,113 - $6,249 |
9.5% |
|
Bracelet
|
$495 - $605 |
0.9% |
|
Earrings
|
$492 - $602 |
0.9% |
|
Necklace
|
$626 - $766 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$2,146 - $2,622 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,354 - $1,654 |
2.5% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $261 - $319. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$261 - $319 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $878 - $1,073.
| Other Events Cost |
$878 - $1,073 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$878 - $1,073 |
1.6% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,828 - $7,124 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,740 - $3,348 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,092 - $2,556. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,828 - $7,124 |
10.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$554 - $677 |
1.0% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$444 - $542 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,740 - $3,348 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,092 - $2,556 |
3.9% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,742 - $2,130. This service accounts for 3.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,742 - $2,130 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,742 - $2,130 |
3.2% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,558 - $1,904.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,558 - $1,904 |
2.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$541 - $661 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,017 - $1,243 |
1.9% |