For a wedding with 125 guests in the Elgin IL, the estimated total cost is around $31,827 - $38,899. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Elgin IL is approximately $283. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,827 - $38,899.
The average wedding cost in Elgin IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,827 - $38,899 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Elgin IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $251 - $307. 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 $270 - $330.
In Elgin IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,494 - $1,826. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,129 - $2,602 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$270 - $330 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,494 - $1,826 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Elgin IL is $420 - $514. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Elgin IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$420 - $514 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$420 - $514 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Elgin IL is $272 - $332. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$272 - $332 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,275 - $2,781, which is 7.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Elgin IL area is $1,196 - $1,462.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,275 - $2,781 |
7.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,196 - $1,462 |
3.8% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,079 - $1,319 |
3.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Elgin IL, you should budget approximately $11,215 - $13,707, which is about 35.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$11,215 - $13,707 |
35.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,179 - $5,107 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,519 - $6,745 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,517 - $1,855 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,837 - $3,467. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,837 - $3,467 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$626 - $765 |
2.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$281 - $343 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$293 - $358 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$768 - $938 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$531 - $649 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$339 - $415 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $347 - $424.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$347 - $424 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$347 - $424 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $378 - $462. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$378 - $462 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$119 - $145 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$180 - $220 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $820 - $1,002, which is about 2.6% 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 $494 - $604, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,898 - $5,986 |
15.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,584 - $4,380 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$820 - $1,002 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$494 - $604 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Elgin IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$402 - $492 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Elgin IL spend between $6,404 - $7,827 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 20.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Elgin IL with 125 guests spend between $3,437 - $4,201 on wedding photography, which is about 10.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Elgin IL is $2,635 - $3,221. This makes up a portion of your (8.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,404 - $7,827 |
20.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$331 - $405 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,437 - $4,201 |
10.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,635 - $3,221 |
8.3% |