For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $24,353 - $29,765. 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 $216. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $24,353 - $29,765.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $24,353 - $29,765 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $439 - $537. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$439 - $537 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$439 - $537 |
1.8% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,259 - $1,539, 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 $1,259 - $1,539.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,259 - $1,539 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,259 - $1,539 |
5.2% |
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 $18,122 - $22,150, which is about 74.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,122 - $22,150 |
74.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,360 - $2,884 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,549 - $5,559 |
18.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,535 - $11,653 |
39.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,679 - $2,053 |
6.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $484 - $592. This accounts for roughly 2.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$484 - $592 |
2.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$484 - $592 |
2.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $383 - $468.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$383 - $468 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $468 |
1.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $554 - $677. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$554 - $677 |
2.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$189 - $231 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$76 - $92 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,861 - $3,497 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,861 - $3,497 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,861 - $3,497 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,861 - $3,497 |
11.7% |