For a wedding with 125 guests in the Joliet IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,955 - $50,056. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Joliet IL is approximately $364. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,955 - $50,056.
The average wedding cost in Joliet IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,955 - $50,056 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $292. 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 $254 - $310.
In Des Plaines IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,434 - $1,752. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,033 - $2,485 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$254 - $310 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,434 - $1,752 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Joliet IL is $464 - $567. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Joliet IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$464 - $567 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$464 - $567 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Joliet IL is $268 - $328. 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 |
$268 - $328 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,931 - $2,360, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Joliet IL area is $1,344 - $1,642.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,931 - $2,360 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,344 - $1,642 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$587 - $717 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Joliet IL, you should budget approximately $16,024 - $19,584, which is about 39.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,024 - $19,584 |
39.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,485 - $3,037 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,834 - $5,908 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,951 - $8,495 |
17.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,754 - $2,144 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,870 - $3,508. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,870 - $3,508 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$578 - $706 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $315 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$299 - $365 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$789 - $965 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$581 - $710 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$366 - $448 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $808 - $988.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$808 - $988 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$190 - $232 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $656 - $802. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$656 - $802 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$72 - $88 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $841 - $1,027, which is about 2.1% 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 $500 - $612, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,042 - $6,162 |
12.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,701 - $4,523 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$841 - $1,027 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$500 - $612 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Joliet IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,008 - $1,232.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$411 - $503 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Joliet IL spend between $4,142 - $5,062 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Joliet IL with 125 guests spend between $3,804 - $4,650 on wedding photography, which is about 9.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,142 - $5,062 |
10.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $413 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,804 - $4,650 |
9.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Joliet IL is estimated to be $4,403 - $5,381. This service accounts for 10.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,403 - $5,381 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,403 - $5,381 |
10.8% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $640 - $782.
| Transportation Cost |
$640 - $782 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$640 - $782 |
1.6% |