For a wedding with 125 guests in the Palos Heights IL, the estimated total cost is around $34,932 - $42,694. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Palos Heights IL is approximately $311. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,932 - $42,694.
The average wedding cost in Palos Heights IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,932 - $42,694 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Palos Heights IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $267 - $327. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $298 - $364.
In Palos Heights IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,636 - $2,000. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,310 - $2,824 |
6.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$267 - $327 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$298 - $364 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,636 - $2,000 |
4.7% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Palos Heights IL is $361 - $441. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Palos Heights IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$361 - $441 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$361 - $441 |
1.0% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Palos Heights IL is $254 - $310. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$254 - $310 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,460 - $1,784, which is 4.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Palos Heights IL area is $983 - $1,201.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,460 - $1,784 |
4.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$477 - $583 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Palos Heights IL, you should budget approximately $11,607 - $14,187, which is about 33.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,607 - $14,187 |
33.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,760 - $2,151 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,417 - $4,177 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,107 - $6,241 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,324 - $1,618 |
3.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,191 - $2,677. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,191 - $2,677 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$448 - $548 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$195 - $239 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$554 - $677 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$403 - $493 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$286 - $350 |
0.8% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $775 - $947.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$775 - $947 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$317 - $387 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $744 - $910. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$744 - $910 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $921 - $1,125, which is about 2.6% 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 $554 - $677, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,526 - $6,754 |
15.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,052 - $4,952 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$921 - $1,125 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$554 - $677 |
1.6% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Palos Heights IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $788 - $963.
| Other Events Cost |
$788 - $963 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$788 - $963 |
2.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.2% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Palos Heights IL spend between $5,706 - $6,974 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Palos Heights IL with 125 guests spend between $2,905 - $3,551 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Palos Heights IL is $2,484 - $3,036. This makes up a portion of your (7.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,706 - $6,974 |
16.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$317 - $387 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,905 - $3,551 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,484 - $3,036 |
7.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Palos Heights IL is estimated to be $1,842 - $2,252. This service accounts for 5.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,842 - $2,252 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,842 - $2,252 |
5.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $695 - $849.
| Transportation Cost |
$695 - $849 |
2.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$695 - $849 |
2.0% |