For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $36,271 - $44,331. 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 $322. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,271 - $44,331.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,271 - $44,331 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Elmwood Park IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $249 - $305. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $265 - $323.
In Elmwood Park IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,495 - $1,827. This represents about 4.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,120 - $2,592 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$249 - $305 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,495 - $1,827 |
4.1% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $483 - $591. 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 |
$483 - $591 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$483 - $591 |
1.3% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $239 - $293. 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 |
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,928 - $2,356, which is 5.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,342 - $1,640.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,928 - $2,356 |
5.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,342 - $1,640 |
3.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$586 - $716 |
1.6% |
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 Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $16,967 - $20,737, which is about 46.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,967 - $20,737 |
46.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,481 - $3,033 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,827 - $5,899 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,907 - $9,665 |
21.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,751 - $2,141 |
4.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,939 - $3,592. This accounts for roughly 8.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,939 - $3,592 |
8.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$562 - $686 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$831 - $1,015 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$605 - $739 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$383 - $468 |
1.1% |
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 $815 - $996.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$815 - $996 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $676 - $826. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$676 - $826 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$183 - $223 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $838 - $1,024, which is about 2.3% 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 $499 - $609, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,021 - $6,137 |
13.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,685 - $4,503 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$838 - $1,024 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$499 - $609 |
1.4% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.7% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,006 - $1,230.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,006 - $1,230 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,006 - $1,230 |
2.8% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.1% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,410 - $4,168 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,074 - $3,757 on wedding photography, which is about 8.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,410 - $4,168 |
9.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$337 - $411 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,074 - $3,757 |
8.5% |