For a wedding with 38 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $16,743 - $20,463. 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 $490. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,743 - $20,463.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,743 - $20,463 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 $242 - $296. 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 $250 - $306.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,377 - $1,683. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,983 - $2,423 |
11.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$242 - $296 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$250 - $306 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,377 - $1,683 |
8.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Chicago IL is $111 - $135. 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 |
$111 - $135 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$111 - $135 |
0.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $247 - $301. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$247 - $301 |
1.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$101 - $123 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.5% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,527 - $1,867, which is 9.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,056 - $1,290.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,527 - $1,867 |
9.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,056 - $1,290 |
6.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$472 - $576 |
2.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,810 - $2,212. This accounts for roughly 10.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,810 - $2,212 |
10.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$489 - $597 |
2.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$224 - $274 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$90 - $110 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$710 - $868 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$180 - $220 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$117 - $143 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $378 - $462.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$378 - $462 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$118 - $144 |
0.7% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$163 - $199 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$97 - $119 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $199 - $243. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$199 - $243 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$33 - $41 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$15 - $19 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$52 - $64 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$29 - $35 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$23 - $28 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$23 - $29 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $771 - $943, which is about 4.6% 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 $487 - $595, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,837 - $2,245 |
11.0% |
|
Bracelet
|
$177 - $217 |
1.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$176 - $216 |
1.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$225 - $275 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$771 - $943 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$487 - $595 |
2.9% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $261 - $319. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$261 - $319 |
1.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$261 - $319 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,134 - $7,497 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 36.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 38 guests spend between $3,029 - $3,703 on wedding photography, which is about 18.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,313 - $2,827. This makes up a portion of your (13.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,134 - $7,497 |
36.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$347 - $425 |
2.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$444 - $542 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,029 - $3,703 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,313 - $2,827 |
13.8% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,553 - $1,899. This service accounts for 9.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,553 - $1,899 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,553 - $1,899 |
9.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $704 - $860.
| Transportation Cost |
$704 - $860 |
4.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$541 - $661 |
3.2% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$163 - $199 |
1.0% |