For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $73,071 - $89,309. 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 $325. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $73,071 - $89,309.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $73,071 - $89,309 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Homewood IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $340 - $416. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $366 - $448.
In Homewood IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,003 - $2,449. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,867 - $3,505 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$340 - $416 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$366 - $448 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,003 - $2,449 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago IL is $1,093 - $1,335. 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 |
$1,093 - $1,335 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,093 - $1,335 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $265 - $323. 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 |
$265 - $323 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,141 - $2,617, which is 2.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,483 - $1,813.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,141 - $2,617 |
2.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,483 - $1,813 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$658 - $804 |
0.9% |
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 $36,919 - $45,123, which is about 50.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$36,919 - $45,123 |
50.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$6,037 - $7,379 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,639 - $14,225 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,945 - $18,267 |
20.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,298 - $5,253 |
5.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,666 - $5,702. This accounts for roughly 6.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,666 - $5,702 |
6.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$570 - $696 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$258 - $316 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$726 - $888 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$865 - $1,057 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,371 - $1,675 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$876 - $1,070 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,729 - $2,113.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,729 - $2,113 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $182 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$979 - $1,197 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$491 - $600 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,084 - $2,548. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,084 - $2,548 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$307 - $375 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$274 - $334 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$144 - $176 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$457 - $559 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$203 - $249 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$274 - $334 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$209 - $255 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$217 - $265 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,143 - $1,397, which is about 1.6% 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 $693 - $847, which is about 0.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,632 - $9,328 |
10.4% |
|
Bracelet
|
$256 - $312 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$255 - $311 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,960 - $6,062 |
6.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$326 - $398 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,143 - $1,397 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$693 - $847 |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,092 - $1,334.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,092 - $1,334 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,092 - $1,334 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $7,554 - $9,232 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $3,371 - $4,120 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,561 - $3,130. This makes up a portion of your (3.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,554 - $9,232 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$354 - $432 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
0.6% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$311 - $380 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,371 - $4,120 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,561 - $3,130 |
3.5% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $2,300 - $2,811. This service accounts for 3.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,300 - $2,811 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,300 - $2,811 |
3.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,078 - $2,540.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,078 - $2,540 |
2.8% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$512 - $626 |
0.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,566 - $1,914 |
2.1% |