For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,478 - $49,474. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $360. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,478 - $49,474.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,478 - $49,474 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Oak Park IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $332 - $406. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $356 - $436.
In Oak Park IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,952 - $2,386. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,795 - $3,416 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$332 - $406 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$154 - $188 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$356 - $436 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,952 - $2,386 |
4.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $428 - $523. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$428 - $523 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$428 - $523 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $256 - $312. 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 |
$256 - $312 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $6,233 - $7,619, which is 15.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,227 - $1,499.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,357 - $4,103 which is 8.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$6,233 - $7,619 |
15.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,227 - $1,499 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $666 |
1.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,357 - $4,103 |
8.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,105 - $1,351 |
2.7% |
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 $14,698 - $17,964, which is about 36.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,698 - $17,964 |
36.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,311 - $2,825 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,456 - $5,446 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,286 - $7,682 |
15.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,645 - $2,011 |
4.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,925 - $3,575. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,925 - $3,575 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$530 - $648 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$287 - $351 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$856 - $1,046 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$617 - $755 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$394 - $482 |
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 $569 - $695.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$569 - $695 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$375 - $459 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $832 - $1,016. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$832 - $1,016 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $150 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$108 - $132 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,090 - $1,332, which is about 2.7% 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 $662 - $809, which is about 1.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,487 - $7,929 |
16.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,736 - $5,788 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,090 - $1,332 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$662 - $809 |
1.6% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago 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 $903 - $1,103.
| Other Events Cost |
$903 - $1,103 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$903 - $1,103 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,702 - $4,524 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,788 - $3,408 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,702 - $4,524 |
9.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,788 - $3,408 |
6.9% |