For a wedding with 38 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $29,386 - $35,916. 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 $859. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $29,386 - $35,916.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $29,386 - $35,916 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 $416 - $508. 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 $441 - $539.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,490 - $3,044. This represents about 8.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,533 - $4,318 |
12.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$416 - $508 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$185 - $227 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$441 - $539 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,490 - $3,044 |
8.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Chicago IL is $118 - $144. 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 |
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $240 - $294. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$240 - $294 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,542 - $1,884, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,077 - $1,317.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,542 - $1,884 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,077 - $1,317 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$464 - $568 |
1.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $4,887 - $5,973, which is about 16.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$4,887 - $5,973 |
16.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$562 - $686 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,093 - $1,335 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$2,835 - $3,465 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$398 - $486 |
1.4% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,837 - $2,245. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,837 - $2,245 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$566 - $692 |
1.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$253 - $309 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$699 - $855 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$149 - $182 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $412 - $504.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$412 - $504 |
1.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$120 - $146 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$152 - $186 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$50 - $61 |
0.2% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $167 - $204. This is approximately 0.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$28 - $34 |
0.1% |
|
Guest Book
|
$14 - $17 |
0.0% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$46 - $56 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$25 - $31 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$19 - $23 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$20 - $24 |
0.1% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,211 - $1,480, which is about 4.1% 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 $721 - $881, which is about 2.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,931 - $2,361 |
6.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,211 - $1,480 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$721 - $881 |
2.5% |
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 |
0.9% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.9% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $825 - $1,009.
| Other Events Cost |
$825 - $1,009 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$825 - $1,009 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.4% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,884 - $7,192 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 38 guests spend between $2,438 - $2,980 on wedding photography, which is about 8.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,785 - $2,181. This makes up a portion of your (6.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,884 - $7,192 |
20.0% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$286 - $350 |
1.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$422 - $516 |
1.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$412 - $504 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$541 - $661 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,438 - $2,980 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,785 - $2,181 |
6.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,773 - $2,167. This service accounts for 6.0% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,584 - $4,380. This service accounts for 12.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,345 - $8,977 |
25.0% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$1,988 - $2,430 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,773 - $2,167 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,584 - $4,380 |
12.2% |