For a wedding with 125 guests in the Aurora IL, the estimated total cost is around $38,975 - $47,636. 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 $346. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,975 - $47,636.
The average wedding cost in Aurora IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,975 - $47,636 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 $338 - $413. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $364 - $444.
In Aurora IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,989 - $2,431. This represents about 5.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,846 - $3,478 |
7.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$338 - $413 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$364 - $444 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,989 - $2,431 |
5.1% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Aurora IL is $440 - $538. 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 |
$440 - $538 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$440 - $538 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Aurora IL is $253 - $309. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$253 - $309 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$89 - $109 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,820 - $2,224, which is 4.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Aurora IL area is $1,261 - $1,541.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,820 - $2,224 |
4.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,261 - $1,541 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$559 - $683 |
1.4% |
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 $17,313 - $21,161, which is about 44.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,313 - $21,161 |
44.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,363 - $2,888 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,553 - $5,565 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,717 - $10,654 |
22.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,681 - $2,055 |
4.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,727 - $3,333. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,727 - $3,333 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$535 - $653 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$296 - $362 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$749 - $915 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$552 - $674 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $853 - $1,043.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$853 - $1,043 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$155 - $189 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$383 - $469 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$200 - $244 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $854 - $1,044. This is approximately 2.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$854 - $1,044 |
2.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,104 - $1,350, which is about 2.8% 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 $670 - $818, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,569 - $8,029 |
16.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,795 - $5,861 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,104 - $1,350 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$670 - $818 |
1.7% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $928 - $1,134.
| Other Events Cost |
$928 - $1,134 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$928 - $1,134 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Aurora IL spend between $3,719 - $4,545 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Aurora IL with 125 guests spend between $2,865 - $3,501 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,719 - $4,545 |
9.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$311 - $380 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,865 - $3,501 |
7.4% |