For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,238 - $49,180. 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 $255. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,238 - $49,180.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,238 - $49,180 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 $292 - $356. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $314 - $384.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,718 - $2,100. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,459 - $3,005 |
6.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$292 - $356 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$135 - $165 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$314 - $384 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,718 - $2,100 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $586 - $716. 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 |
$586 - $716 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$586 - $716 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $249 - $305. 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 |
$249 - $305 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$105 - $129 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,038 - $4,936, which is 10.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,081 - $1,321.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $2,957 - $3,615 which is 7.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,038 - $4,936 |
10.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,081 - $1,321 |
2.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,957 - $3,615 |
7.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $20,719 - $25,323, which is about 51.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,719 - $25,323 |
51.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,115 - $3,807 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,004 - $7,338 |
14.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,383 - $11,469 |
23.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,217 - $2,709 |
5.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,972 - $2,410. This accounts for roughly 4.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,972 - $2,410 |
4.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $645 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$735 - $899 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$470 - $574 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $658 - $804.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$658 - $804 |
1.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$153 - $187 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$505 - $617 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $998 - $1,220. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$998 - $1,220 |
2.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$123 - $151 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $931 - $1,137, which is about 2.3% 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 $564 - $690, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,495 - $1,827 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$931 - $1,137 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$564 - $690 |
1.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $796 - $972.
| Other Events Cost |
$796 - $972 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$796 - $972 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,234 - $3,952 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,456 - $3,002 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,234 - $3,952 |
8.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,456 - $3,002 |
6.1% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,676 - $2,048. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,676 - $2,048 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,676 - $2,048 |
4.2% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $958 - $1,170.
| Transportation Cost |
$958 - $1,170 |
2.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$958 - $1,170 |
2.4% |