For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $57,662 - $70,476. 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 $256. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $57,662 - $70,476.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $57,662 - $70,476 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $452 - $552. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,571 - $3,143. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,235 - $3,953 |
5.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$452 - $552 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$212 - $259 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,571 - $3,143 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago IL is $1,076 - $1,316. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,076 - $1,316 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,076 - $1,316 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $282 - $344. 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 |
$282 - $344 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$120 - $146 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,894 - $2,314, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,309 - $1,599.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,894 - $2,314 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,309 - $1,599 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$585 - $715 |
1.0% |
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 $29,367 - $35,893, which is about 50.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$29,367 - $35,893 |
50.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,891 - $7,201 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,271 - $13,775 |
19.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,205 - $14,917 |
21.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,105 - $6,239. This accounts for roughly 8.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,105 - $6,239 |
8.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$596 - $728 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$274 - $334 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$892 - $1,090 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,497 - $1,829 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$971 - $1,187 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,307 - $1,597.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,307 - $1,597 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$197 - $241 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$967 - $1,181 |
1.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,924 - $2,352. This is approximately 3.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,924 - $2,352 |
3.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$321 - $393 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$149 - $182 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$506 - $618 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$216 - $264 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$284 - $348 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$220 - $268 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$229 - $279 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,339 - $1,637, which is about 2.3% 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 $845 - $1,033, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,184 - $2,670 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,339 - $1,637 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$845 - $1,033 |
1.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $969 - $1,185.
| Other Events Cost |
$969 - $1,185 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$969 - $1,185 |
1.7% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,202 - $7,580 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $3,027 - $3,699 on wedding photography, which is about 5.2% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,310 - $2,824. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,202 - $7,580 |
10.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$421 - $515 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$444 - $542 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,027 - $3,699 |
5.2% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,310 - $2,824 |
4.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,925 - $2,353. This service accounts for 3.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,925 - $2,353 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,925 - $2,353 |
3.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,192 - $2,680.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,192 - $2,680 |
3.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$541 - $661 |
0.9% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,652 - $2,019 |
2.9% |