For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $38,229 - $46,725. 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 $340. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,229 - $46,725.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,229 - $46,725 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 $294 - $360. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $317 - $387.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,734 - $2,120. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,481 - $3,033 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$294 - $360 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$317 - $387 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,734 - $2,120 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $438 - $536. 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 |
$438 - $536 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$438 - $536 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $284 - $348. 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 |
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,777 - $2,171, which is 4.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,230 - $1,504.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,777 - $2,171 |
4.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,230 - $1,504 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$546 - $668 |
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 Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $13,847 - $16,925, which is about 36.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,847 - $16,925 |
36.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,318 - $2,833 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,467 - $5,459 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,414 - $6,617 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,650 - $2,016 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,831 - $3,460. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,831 - $3,460 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$606 - $740 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $336 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$302 - $370 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$746 - $912 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$550 - $672 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$352 - $430 |
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 $836 - $1,022.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$836 - $1,022 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$376 - $460 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$204 - $250 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $752 - $919. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$752 - $919 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $73 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $967 - $1,181, which is about 2.5% 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 $586 - $716, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,749 - $7,027 |
15.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,197 - $5,129 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$967 - $1,181 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$586 - $716 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $905 - $1,107.
| Other Events Cost |
$905 - $1,107 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$905 - $1,107 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $7,676 - $9,382 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,440 - $4,204 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,614 - $3,194. This makes up a portion of your (6.8%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,676 - $9,382 |
20.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$349 - $427 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$859 - $1,049 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,440 - $4,204 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,614 - $3,194 |
6.8% |