For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,262 - $49,209. 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 $358. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,262 - $49,209.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,262 - $49,209 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Urbana IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $170 - $208. 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 $184 - $224.
In Urbana IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,002 - $1,224. This represents about 2.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,434 - $1,752 |
3.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$170 - $208 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$184 - $224 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,002 - $1,224 |
2.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $450 - $550. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$450 - $550 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$450 - $550 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $212 - $259. 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 |
$212 - $259 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,549 - $6,782, which is 13.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,328 - $1,623.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,632 - $4,440 which is 9.0% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,549 - $6,782 |
13.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,328 - $1,623 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$589 - $719 |
1.5% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,632 - $4,440 |
9.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $16,818 - $20,556, which is about 41.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,818 - $20,556 |
41.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,884 - $3,524 |
7.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,559 - $6,795 |
13.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,623 - $8,095 |
16.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,752 - $2,142 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,809 - $2,211. This accounts for roughly 4.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,809 - $2,211 |
4.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$555 - $679 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$328 - $400 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$565 - $691 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$361 - $441 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $400 - $488.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$400 - $488 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $774 - $946. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$774 - $946 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$140 - $171 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $608 - $743, which is about 1.5% 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 $368 - $450, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,612 - $4,414 |
9.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,636 - $3,222 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$608 - $743 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$368 - $450 |
0.9% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $977 - $1,195.
| Other Events Cost |
$977 - $1,195 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$977 - $1,195 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,316 - $4,052 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,017 - $3,687 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,316 - $4,052 |
8.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$299 - $365 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,017 - $3,687 |
7.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $4,260 - $5,206. This service accounts for 10.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,260 - $5,206 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,260 - $5,206 |
10.6% |