For a wedding with 250 guests in the Highland Park IL, the estimated total cost is around $48,337 - $59,079. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Highland Park IL is approximately $215. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,337 - $59,079.
The average wedding cost in Highland Park IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,337 - $59,079 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 $278 - $340. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $311 - $380.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,704 - $2,082. This represents about 3.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,406 - $2,940 |
5.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$278 - $340 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$311 - $380 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,704 - $2,082 |
3.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Highland Park IL is $846 - $1,034. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Highland Park IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$846 - $1,034 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$846 - $1,034 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Highland Park IL is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,553 - $6,787, which is 11.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Highland Park IL area is $962 - $1,176.
For a live band, couples in Highland Park IL typically budget around $3,222 - $3,938 which is 6.7% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,553 - $6,787 |
11.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$962 - $1,176 |
2.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$467 - $571 |
1.0% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,222 - $3,938 |
6.7% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$902 - $1,102 |
1.9% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Highland Park IL, you should budget approximately $22,415 - $27,397, which is about 46.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$22,415 - $27,397 |
46.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,994 - $4,882 |
8.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,755 - $9,479 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,660 - $9,362 |
15.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,006 - $3,674 |
6.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,471 - $4,243. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,471 - $4,243 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$476 - $582 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$207 - $253 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$591 - $723 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$581 - $711 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$944 - $1,154 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$671 - $821 |
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 $1,353 - $1,653.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,353 - $1,653 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$720 - $880 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$362 - $442 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,463 - $1,789. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,463 - $1,789 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$259 - $317 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$345 - $421 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$176 - $215 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $896 - $1,095, which is about 1.9% 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 $538 - $658, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,434 - $1,752 |
3.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$896 - $1,095 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$538 - $658 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Highland Park IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $771 - $943.
| Other Events Cost |
$771 - $943 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$771 - $943 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$429 - $525 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Highland Park IL spend between $5,899 - $7,209 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Highland Park IL with 250 guests spend between $2,260 - $2,762 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Highland Park IL is $1,931 - $2,361. This makes up a portion of your (4.0%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,899 - $7,209 |
12.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.8% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$267 - $327 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$473 - $578 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,260 - $2,762 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,931 - $2,361 |
4.0% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Highland Park IL is estimated to be $1,804 - $2,204. This service accounts for 3.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,804 - $2,204 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,804 - $2,204 |
3.7% |