For a wedding with 250 guests in the Decatur IL, the estimated total cost is around $51,373 - $62,789. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Decatur IL is approximately $228. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,373 - $62,789.
The average wedding cost in Decatur IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,373 - $62,789 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Williamsville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $313 - $383. 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 $338 - $413.
In Williamsville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,847 - $2,257. This represents about 3.6% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,642 - $3,230 |
5.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$313 - $383 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$338 - $413 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,847 - $2,257 |
3.6% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Decatur IL is $945 - $1,155. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Decatur IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$945 - $1,155 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$945 - $1,155 |
1.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Decatur IL is $208 - $254. 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 |
$208 - $254 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$71 - $87 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$51 - $63 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,322 - $1,616, which is 2.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Decatur IL area is $916 - $1,120.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,322 - $1,616 |
2.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$916 - $1,120 |
1.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$406 - $496 |
0.8% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Decatur IL, you should budget approximately $26,625 - $32,541, which is about 51.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$26,625 - $32,541 |
51.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,252 - $6,420 |
10.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,123 - $12,373 |
19.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,511 - $9,181 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,738 - $4,568 |
7.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,949 - $4,827. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,949 - $4,827 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$405 - $495 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$883 - $1,079 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$532 - $650 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,187 - $1,451 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$759 - $927 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,713 - $2,093.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,713 - $2,093 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$153 - $187 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$596 - $728 |
1.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $2,224 - $2,718. This is approximately 4.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$2,224 - $2,718 |
4.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$374 - $457 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$176 - $215 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$557 - $681 |
1.1% |
|
Postage
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$331 - $405 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$252 - $308 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$262 - $320 |
0.5% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,022 - $1,249, which is about 2.0% 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 $620 - $758, which is about 1.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,080 - $7,431 |
11.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,438 - $5,424 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,022 - $1,249 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$620 - $758 |
1.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Decatur IL area is $227 - $277. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $675 - $825.
| Other Events Cost |
$675 - $825 |
1.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$675 - $825 |
1.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$363 - $443 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$363 - $443 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Decatur IL spend between $2,727 - $3,333 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Decatur IL with 250 guests spend between $2,364 - $2,890 on wedding photography, which is about 4.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,727 - $3,333 |
5.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$363 - $443 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,364 - $2,890 |
4.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,674 - $2,046.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,674 - $2,046 |
3.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,674 - $2,046 |
3.3% |