For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $21,706 - $26,530. 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 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,706 - $26,530.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,706 - $26,530 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $392 - $479.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,140 - $2,616. This represents about 9.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,700 - $3,300 |
12.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$168 - $206 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$392 - $479 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,140 - $2,616 |
9.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago IL is $250 - $306. 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 |
$250 - $306 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$250 - $306 |
1.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,695 - $2,071, which is 7.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,174 - $1,434.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,695 - $2,071 |
7.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,174 - $1,434 |
5.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$521 - $637 |
2.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $9,281 - $11,343, which is about 42.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,281 - $11,343 |
42.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,255 - $1,533 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,419 - $2,957 |
11.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$4,714 - $5,762 |
21.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$893 - $1,091 |
4.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,398 - $1,708. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,398 - $1,708 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$553 - $675 |
2.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$363 - $443 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$231 - $283 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $203 - $249.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$203 - $249 |
0.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$203 - $249 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $484 - $592. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$484 - $592 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$33 - $41 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$69 - $85 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,103 - $1,348, which is about 5.1% 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 $669 - $817, which is about 3.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,771 - $2,165 |
8.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,103 - $1,348 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$669 - $817 |
3.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,523 - $4,305 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $2,669 - $3,262 on wedding photography, which is about 12.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,523 - $4,305 |
16.2% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$311 - $380 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,669 - $3,262 |
12.3% |