For a wedding with 125 guests in the Waukegan IL, the estimated total cost is around $25,592 - $31,279. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waukegan IL is approximately $227. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $25,592 - $31,279.
The average wedding cost in Waukegan IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $25,592 - $31,279 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In North Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $215 - $263. 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 $232 - $284.
In North Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,283 - $1,569. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,828 - $2,234 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$215 - $263 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$97 - $119 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$232 - $284 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,283 - $1,569 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Waukegan IL is $341 - $417. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Waukegan IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$341 - $417 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$341 - $417 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Waukegan IL is $230 - $281. 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 |
$230 - $281 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$78 - $96 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,457 - $1,781, which is 5.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waukegan IL area is $1,010 - $1,234.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,457 - $1,781 |
5.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,010 - $1,234 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$447 - $547 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Waukegan IL, you should budget approximately $12,413 - $15,171, which is about 48.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,413 - $15,171 |
48.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,891 - $2,311 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,670 - $4,486 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,519 - $6,745 |
21.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,333 - $1,629 |
5.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,298 - $2,808. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,298 - $2,808 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$458 - $560 |
1.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$205 - $251 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$334 - $408 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$594 - $726 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$431 - $527 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$275 - $337 |
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 $526 - $642.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$526 - $642 |
2.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$304 - $372 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$221 - $271 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $803 - $981. This is approximately 3.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$803 - $981 |
3.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$135 - $165 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$62 - $76 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$94 - $114 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$121 - $147 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $724 - $884, which is about 2.8% 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 $437 - $534, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,160 - $1,418 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$724 - $884 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$437 - $534 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Waukegan IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $733 - $895.
| Other Events Cost |
$733 - $895 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$733 - $895 |
2.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$402 - $492 |
1.6% |
On average, couples in Waukegan IL spend between $2,638 - $3,224 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waukegan IL with 125 guests spend between $2,331 - $2,849 on wedding photography, which is about 9.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,638 - $3,224 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$307 - $375 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,331 - $2,849 |
9.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $513 - $627.
| Transportation Cost |
$513 - $627 |
2.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$513 - $627 |
2.0% |