For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $45,014 - $55,018. 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 $200. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,014 - $55,018.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,014 - $55,018 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $279 - $341. 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 $325 - $397.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,874 - $2,290. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,609 - $3,189 |
5.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$279 - $341 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$131 - $161 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$325 - $397 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,874 - $2,290 |
4.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,285 - $2,793, which is 5.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $2,285 - $2,793 which is 5.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,285 - $2,793 |
5.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,285 - $2,793 |
5.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,443 - $4,209. This accounts for roughly 7.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,443 - $4,209 |
7.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$213 - $261 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$608 - $744 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,391 - $1,701 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$758 - $926 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,051 - $1,285.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,051 - $1,285 |
2.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$779 - $953 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$272 - $332 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $731 - $893. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$731 - $893 |
1.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,520 - $4,302 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $2,101 - $2,567 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,419 - $1,735. This makes up a portion of your (3.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,520 - $4,302 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,101 - $2,567 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,419 - $1,735 |
3.2% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$31,375 - $38,347 |
69.7% |