For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $41,005 - $50,117. 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 $260. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,005 - $50,117.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,005 - $50,117 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $181 - $221. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $192 - $234.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,085 - $1,326. This represents about 2.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,538 - $1,880 |
3.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,085 - $1,326 |
2.6% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $680 - $832. 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 |
$680 - $832 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$680 - $832 |
1.7% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $260 - $318. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$260 - $318 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,910 - $2,334, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,329 - $1,625.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,910 - $2,334 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,329 - $1,625 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$581 - $710 |
1.4% |
Event Venue
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 $22,165 - $27,091, which is about 54.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,165 - $27,091 |
54.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,641 - $4,451 |
8.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,084 - $8,658 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,870 - $10,841 |
21.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,570 - $3,142 |
6.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,464 - $4,234. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,464 - $4,234 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$573 - $701 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$793 - $969 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$852 - $1,042 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$539 - $659 |
1.3% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,076 - $1,316.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,076 - $1,316 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$589 - $719 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$288 - $352 |
0.7% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,011 - $1,235. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,011 - $1,235 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$162 - $198 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$266 - $326 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$139 - $169 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$144 - $176 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $647 - $791, which is about 1.6% 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 $385 - $471, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,882 - $4,744 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,849 - $3,483 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$647 - $791 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$385 - $471 |
0.9% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago 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% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $996 - $1,218.
| Other Events Cost |
$996 - $1,218 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$996 - $1,218 |
2.4% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.0% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,355 - $4,101 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $3,045 - $3,721 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,355 - $4,101 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$311 - $380 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,045 - $3,721 |
7.4% |