For a wedding with 250 guests in the Wheeling IL, the estimated total cost is around $61,193 - $74,791. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Wheeling IL is approximately $272. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $61,193 - $74,791.
The average wedding cost in Wheeling IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $61,193 - $74,791 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Glen Ellyn IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $428 - $523. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $455 - $556.
In Glen Ellyn IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,562 - $3,132. This represents about 4.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,635 - $4,443 |
5.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$428 - $523 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$191 - $233 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$455 - $556 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,562 - $3,132 |
4.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Wheeling IL is $1,104 - $1,350. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Wheeling IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,104 - $1,350 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,104 - $1,350 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Wheeling IL is $245 - $299. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$245 - $299 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,002 - $2,446, which is 3.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Wheeling IL area is $1,399 - $1,709.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,002 - $2,446 |
3.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,399 - $1,709 |
2.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$603 - $737 |
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 Wheeling IL, you should budget approximately $33,320 - $40,724, which is about 54.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$33,320 - $40,724 |
54.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,809 - $7,099 |
9.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,301 - $13,813 |
18.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,092 - $14,779 |
19.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,118 - $5,034 |
6.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,682 - $5,722. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,682 - $5,722 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$576 - $704 |
0.9% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$743 - $909 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$850 - $1,038 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,393 - $1,703 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$862 - $1,054 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,668 - $2,038.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,668 - $2,038 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$944 - $1,154 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$473 - $578 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,614 - $1,972. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,614 - $1,972 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$267 - $327 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$125 - $153 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$440 - $538 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$177 - $217 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$236 - $288 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$190 - $232 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,394 - $1,704, 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 $830 - $1,014, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,508 - $3,066 |
4.1% |
|
Earrings
|
$284 - $348 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,394 - $1,704 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$830 - $1,014 |
1.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Wheeling IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,071 - $1,309.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,071 - $1,309 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,071 - $1,309 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Wheeling IL spend between $7,060 - $8,628 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Wheeling IL with 250 guests spend between $3,849 - $4,705 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Wheeling IL is $2,819 - $3,445. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,060 - $8,628 |
11.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $479 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,849 - $4,705 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,819 - $3,445 |
4.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,620 - $1,980.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,620 - $1,980 |
2.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,620 - $1,980 |
2.6% |