For a wedding with 125 guests in the Aurora IL, the estimated total cost is around $32,925 - $40,241. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Aurora IL is approximately $293. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $32,925 - $40,241.
The average wedding cost in Aurora IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $32,925 - $40,241 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Aurora IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $458 - $560. This represents about 1.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $493 - $603.
In Aurora IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,697 - $3,297. This represents about 8.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,649 - $4,459 |
11.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$458 - $560 |
1.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$493 - $603 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,697 - $3,297 |
8.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Aurora IL is $446 - $546. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Aurora IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$446 - $546 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$446 - $546 |
1.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,892 - $2,312, which is 5.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Aurora IL area is $1,310 - $1,602.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,892 - $2,312 |
5.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,310 - $1,602 |
4.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$581 - $711 |
1.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Aurora IL, you should budget approximately $15,415 - $18,841, which is about 46.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,415 - $18,841 |
46.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,437 - $2,979 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,698 - $5,742 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,546 - $8,000 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,734 - $2,120 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,033 - $2,485. This accounts for roughly 6.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,033 - $2,485 |
6.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$553 - $675 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$311 - $380 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$561 - $685 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$358 - $438 |
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 $733 - $895.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$733 - $895 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$395 - $483 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $701 - $857. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$701 - $857 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$131 - $161 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$196 - $240 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$75 - $91 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$89 - $109 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,499 - $1,833, which is about 4.6% 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 $911 - $1,113, which is about 2.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,410 - $2,946 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,499 - $1,833 |
4.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$911 - $1,113 |
2.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Aurora IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $965 - $1,179.
| Other Events Cost |
$965 - $1,179 |
2.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$965 - $1,179 |
2.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Aurora IL spend between $4,028 - $4,924 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Aurora IL with 125 guests spend between $3,623 - $4,428 on wedding photography, which is about 11.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,028 - $4,924 |
12.2% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$406 - $496 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,623 - $4,428 |
11.0% |