For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $63,092 - $77,112. 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 $280. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,092 - $77,112.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,092 - $77,112 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 $376 - $460. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $419 - $513.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,300 - $2,812. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,250 - $3,972 |
5.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$376 - $460 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$419 - $513 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,300 - $2,812 |
3.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago IL is $851 - $1,041. 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 |
$851 - $1,041 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$851 - $1,041 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $245 - $299. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,459 - $6,672, which is 8.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $946 - $1,156.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,167 - $3,871 which is 5.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,459 - $6,672 |
8.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$946 - $1,156 |
1.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$459 - $561 |
0.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,167 - $3,871 |
5.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$887 - $1,084 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $22,246 - $27,190, which is about 35.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,246 - $27,190 |
35.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,948 - $4,826 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,667 - $9,371 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,660 - $9,362 |
12.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,971 - $3,631 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,506 - $4,286. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,506 - $4,286 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$482 - $589 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$210 - $256 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$587 - $717 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$950 - $1,162 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$675 - $825 |
1.1% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,387 - $1,695.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,387 - $1,695 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$712 - $870 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$369 - $451 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,005 - $2,451. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,005 - $2,451 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$264 - $322 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$350 - $428 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$155 - $189 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$270 - $330 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$179 - $219 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,117 - $1,365, which is about 1.8% 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 $671 - $821, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,575 - $9,259 |
12.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$283 - $345 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,919 - $6,013 |
7.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$347 - $424 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,117 - $1,365 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$671 - $821 |
1.1% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.4% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $758 - $926.
| Other Events Cost |
$758 - $926 |
1.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$758 - $926 |
1.2% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
0.7% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,868 - $7,172 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $2,221 - $2,715 on wedding photography, which is about 3.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,899 - $2,321. This makes up a portion of your (3.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,868 - $7,172 |
9.3% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$473 - $578 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,221 - $2,715 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,899 - $2,321 |
3.0% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,773 - $2,167. This service accounts for 2.8% of your total budget.
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,062 - $3,742. This service accounts for 4.9% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$7,055 - $8,623 |
11.2% |
|
Hourly Services
|
$2,220 - $2,714 |
3.5% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,773 - $2,167 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,062 - $3,742 |
4.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,213 - $2,705.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,213 - $2,705 |
3.5% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$444 - $542 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,769 - $2,163 |
2.8% |