For a wedding with 125 guests in the United States, the estimated total cost is around $39,652 - $48,464. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in United States is approximately $352. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $39,652 - $48,464.
The average wedding cost in United States is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $39,652 - $48,464 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 $471 - $575. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $508 - $620.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,776 - $3,392. This represents about 7.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,972 - $4,854 |
10.0% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$471 - $575 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$218 - $266 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$508 - $620 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,776 - $3,392 |
7.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $476 - $582. 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 |
$476 - $582 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$476 - $582 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $174 - $212. 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 |
$174 - $212 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,521 - $1,859, which is 3.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,054 - $1,288.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,521 - $1,859 |
3.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,054 - $1,288 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$467 - $571 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $15,259 - $18,649, which is about 38.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,259 - $18,649 |
38.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,641 - $3,227 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,090 - $6,221 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,649 - $6,905 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,879 - $2,297 |
4.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,782 - $3,400. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,782 - $3,400 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$438 - $536 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$199 - $243 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$437 - $534 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$652 - $796 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$644 - $788 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$412 - $504 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,018 - $1,244.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,018 - $1,244 |
2.6% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$169 - $207 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$428 - $524 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$295 - $361 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,066 - $1,302. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,066 - $1,302 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $226 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$100 - $122 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$131 - $160 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,545 - $1,889, which is about 3.9% 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 $939 - $1,147, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,194 - $11,237 |
23.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,710 - $8,201 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,545 - $1,889 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$939 - $1,147 |
2.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $239 - $292. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $776 - $948.
| Other Events Cost |
$776 - $948 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$776 - $948 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$381 - $465 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,797 - $3,419 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,396 - $2,928 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,797 - $3,419 |
7.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,396 - $2,928 |
6.0% |