For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $59,713 - $72,983. 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 $379. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,713 - $72,983.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,713 - $72,983 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 $524 - $640. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $563 - $689.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,082 - $3,766. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,411 - $5,391 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$524 - $640 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$242 - $296 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$563 - $689 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,082 - $3,766 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $713 - $871. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$713 - $871 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$713 - $871 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $265 - $323. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$265 - $323 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,282 - $4,012, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,400 - $1,711.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,282 - $4,012 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,400 - $1,711 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$621 - $759 |
1.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
2.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $22,852 - $27,930, which is about 38.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,852 - $27,930 |
38.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,781 - $4,621 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,289 - $8,909 |
12.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,091 - $11,111 |
15.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,691 - $3,289 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,680 - $4,498. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,680 - $4,498 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$592 - $724 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$269 - $329 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$501 - $613 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$896 - $1,095 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$572 - $699 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,253 - $1,531.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,253 - $1,531 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$128 - $156 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$172 - $210 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$614 - $750 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$339 - $415 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,221 - $1,493. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,221 - $1,493 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$315 - $385 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$116 - $142 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$188 - $230 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,638 - $2,002, which is about 2.7% 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 $1,252 - $1,530, which is about 2.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$10,364 - $12,668 |
17.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$365 - $446 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$7,110 - $8,690 |
11.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,638 - $2,002 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,252 - $1,530 |
2.1% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,031 - $1,260.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,031 - $1,260 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,031 - $1,260 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,861 - $8,385 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $3,182 - $3,889 on wedding photography, which is about 5.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,417 - $2,955. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,861 - $8,385 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$408 - $498 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,182 - $3,889 |
5.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,417 - $2,955 |
4.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $2,171 - $2,653. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,171 - $2,653 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,171 - $2,653 |
3.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $958 - $1,170.
| Transportation Cost |
$958 - $1,170 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$958 - $1,170 |
1.6% |