For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $49,379 - $60,352. 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 $219. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $49,379 - $60,352.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $49,379 - $60,352 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Harrisonburg VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $185 - $227. 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 $207 - $253.
In Harrisonburg VA, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,137 - $1,389. This represents about 2.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,605 - $1,961 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$76 - $92 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
2.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago IL is $830 - $1,014. 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 |
$830 - $1,014 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$830 - $1,014 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $239 - $292. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,535 - $4,321, which is 7.2% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,088 - $3,774 which is 6.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,535 - $4,321 |
7.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$447 - $547 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,088 - $3,774 |
6.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $22,003 - $26,893, which is about 44.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,003 - $26,893 |
44.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,883 - $4,745 |
7.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,539 - $9,215 |
15.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,660 - $9,362 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,921 - $3,571 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,505 - $4,283. This accounts for roughly 7.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,505 - $4,283 |
7.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$461 - $563 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$694 - $848 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$566 - $692 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$925 - $1,131 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$658 - $804 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,365 - $1,669.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,365 - $1,669 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$157 - $191 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$699 - $855 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$425 - $519 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,734 - $2,120. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,734 - $2,120 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$303 - $371 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$404 - $494 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$200 - $244 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$285 - $349 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $649 - $793, which is about 1.3% 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 $391 - $477, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,098 - $5,008 |
8.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,857 - $3,491 |
5.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$202 - $246 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$649 - $793 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$391 - $477 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $739 - $903.
| Other Events Cost |
$739 - $903 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$739 - $903 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$429 - $525 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $4,298 - $5,254 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $2,165 - $2,647 on wedding photography, which is about 4.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,851 - $2,263. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,298 - $5,254 |
8.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$282 - $344 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,165 - $2,647 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,851 - $2,263 |
3.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $2,985 - $3,649. This service accounts for 6.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,985 - $3,649 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,985 - $3,649 |
6.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,769 - $2,163.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,769 - $2,163 |
3.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,769 - $2,163 |
3.6% |