For a wedding with 175 guests in the Downers Grove, the estimated total cost is around $30,368 - $37,116. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Downers Grove is approximately $193. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $30,368 - $37,116.
The average wedding cost in Downers Grove is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $30,368 - $37,116 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $339 - $415.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$482 - $590 |
1.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$339 - $415 |
1.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Downers Grove is $575 - $703. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Downers Grove area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$575 - $703 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$575 - $703 |
1.9% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,659 - $2,027, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Downers Grove area is $1,149 - $1,405.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,659 - $2,027 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,149 - $1,405 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$509 - $623 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Downers Grove, you should budget approximately $18,821 - $23,003, which is about 62.0% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,821 - $23,003 |
62.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,101 - $3,791 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,020 - $7,358 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,513 - $9,183 |
24.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,186 - $2,672 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $464 - $568. This accounts for roughly 1.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$464 - $568 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$464 - $568 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,015 - $1,241.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,015 - $1,241 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$112 - $136 |
0.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$152 - $186 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$500 - $611 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$252 - $308 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $683 - $835. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$683 - $835 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$154 - $188 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$71 - $87 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$109 - $133 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$138 - $168 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,014 - $1,240, which is about 3.3% 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 $611 - $747, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,625 - $1,987 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$611 - $747 |
2.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $834 - $1,020.
| Other Events Cost |
$834 - $1,020 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$834 - $1,020 |
2.7% |
On average, couples in Downers Grove spend between $4,208 - $5,144 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Downers Grove with 175 guests spend between $3,330 - $4,070 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,208 - $5,144 |
13.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$878 - $1,074 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,330 - $4,070 |
11.0% |