For a wedding with 400 guests in the Geneva IL, the estimated total cost is around $80,500 - $98,388. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Geneva IL is approximately $224. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $80,500 - $98,388.
The average wedding cost in Geneva IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $80,500 - $98,388 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Saint Charles MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $233 - $285. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $251 - $307.
In Saint Charles MO, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,391 - $1,700. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,980 - $2,420 |
2.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$233 - $285 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$105 - $129 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,391 - $1,700 |
1.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Geneva IL is $1,790 - $2,188. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Geneva IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,790 - $2,188 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,790 - $2,188 |
2.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Geneva IL is $249 - $305. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$249 - $305 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,969 - $4,851, which is 4.9% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Geneva IL typically budget around $3,429 - $4,191 which is 4.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,969 - $4,851 |
4.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$540 - $660 |
0.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,429 - $4,191 |
4.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Geneva IL, you should budget approximately $52,613 - $64,305, which is about 65.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$52,613 - $64,305 |
65.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,318 - $12,610 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$20,029 - $24,479 |
24.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,994 - $18,326 |
18.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,273 - $8,889 |
9.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,342 - $7,752. This accounts for roughly 7.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,342 - $7,752 |
7.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$530 - $648 |
0.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$238 - $290 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,137 - $1,389 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$728 - $890 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,264 - $2,767 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,446 - $1,768 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,649 - $3,237.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,649 - $3,237 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$99 - $121 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,661 - $2,031 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$753 - $921 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,840 - $3,471. This is approximately 3.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,840 - $3,471 |
3.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$459 - $561 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$211 - $257 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$701 - $857 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$426 - $520 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$411 - $503 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$311 - $380 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$321 - $393 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $795 - $971, which is about 1.0% 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 $479 - $585, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,846 - $2,256 |
2.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$176 - $215 |
0.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$174 - $212 |
0.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$223 - $273 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$795 - $971 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$479 - $585 |
0.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Geneva IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$402 - $492 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Geneva IL spend between $3,704 - $4,528 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 4.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Geneva IL with 400 guests spend between $2,816 - $3,442 on wedding photography, which is about 3.5% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,704 - $4,528 |
4.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$332 - $406 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$556 - $680 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,816 - $3,442 |
3.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Geneva IL is estimated to be $1,864 - $2,278. This service accounts for 2.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,864 - $2,278 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,864 - $2,278 |
2.3% |