For a wedding with 400 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $83,899 - $102,543. 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 $233. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $83,899 - $102,543.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $83,899 - $102,543 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 $242 - $296. This represents about 0.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $260 - $318.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,424 - $1,740. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,039 - $2,492 |
2.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$242 - $296 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$113 - $138 |
0.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$260 - $318 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,424 - $1,740 |
1.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Chicago IL is $1,757 - $2,147. 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 |
$1,757 - $2,147 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,757 - $2,147 |
2.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $258 - $316. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$258 - $316 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,622 - $3,204, which is 3.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,118 - $1,366.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,622 - $3,204 |
3.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,118 - $1,366 |
1.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$496 - $606 |
0.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
1.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $46,895 - $57,316, which is about 55.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$46,895 - $57,316 |
55.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$10,283 - $12,568 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$19,821 - $24,225 |
23.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,473 - $11,579 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$7,318 - $8,944 |
8.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $6,243 - $7,631. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$6,243 - $7,631 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$502 - $614 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$228 - $278 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,262 - $1,542 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$638 - $780 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,205 - $2,695 |
2.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,409 - $1,722 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,767 - $3,381.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,767 - $3,381 |
3.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$104 - $127 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $171 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,668 - $2,038 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$856 - $1,046 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,279 - $4,007. This is approximately 3.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,279 - $4,007 |
3.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$535 - $653 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$252 - $308 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$797 - $975 |
1.0% |
|
Postage
|
$480 - $586 |
0.6% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$476 - $582 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$364 - $444 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$375 - $459 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $802 - $980, which is about 1.0% 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 $486 - $594, which is about 0.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,769 - $5,829 |
5.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,481 - $4,255 |
4.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$802 - $980 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$486 - $594 |
0.6% |
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 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $824 - $1,007.
| Other Events Cost |
$824 - $1,007 |
1.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$824 - $1,007 |
1.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.5% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,350 - $7,762 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 400 guests spend between $3,184 - $3,892 on wedding photography, which is about 3.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,419 - $2,957. This makes up a portion of your (2.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,350 - $7,762 |
7.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$332 - $406 |
0.4% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,184 - $3,892 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,419 - $2,957 |
2.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $1,733 - $2,119. This service accounts for 2.1% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,733 - $2,119 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,733 - $2,119 |
2.1% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $3,712 - $4,536.
| Transportation Cost |
$3,712 - $4,536 |
4.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$3,712 - $4,536 |
4.4% |