For a wedding with 125 guests in the Palatine IL, the estimated total cost is around $31,344 - $38,310. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Palatine IL is approximately $279. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $31,344 - $38,310.
The average wedding cost in Palatine IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $31,344 - $38,310 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Palatine IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $363 - $443. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
In Palatine IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,166 - $2,648. This represents about 6.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,529 - $3,091 |
8.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$363 - $443 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,166 - $2,648 |
6.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Palatine IL is $406 - $496. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Palatine IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$406 - $496 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$406 - $496 |
1.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,759 - $2,149, which is 5.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Palatine IL area is $1,219 - $1,489.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,759 - $2,149 |
5.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,219 - $1,489 |
3.9% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$540 - $660 |
1.7% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Palatine IL, you should budget approximately $16,507 - $20,175, which is about 52.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,507 - $20,175 |
52.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,184 - $2,670 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,241 - $5,183 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,542 - $10,440 |
27.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,540 - $1,882 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,636 - $3,222. This accounts for roughly 8.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,636 - $3,222 |
8.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$541 - $661 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$242 - $296 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$273 - $333 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$738 - $902 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$514 - $628 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$329 - $402 |
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 $352 - $430.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$352 - $430 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$352 - $430 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $648 - $792. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$648 - $792 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$111 - $135 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$168 - $206 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$69 - $85 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$74 - $90 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Palatine IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.8% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $884 - $1,080.
| Other Events Cost |
$884 - $1,080 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$884 - $1,080 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.3% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$402 - $492 |
1.3% |
On average, couples in Palatine IL spend between $4,971 - $6,075 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 15.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Palatine IL with 125 guests spend between $2,813 - $3,439 on wedding photography, which is about 9.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Palatine IL is $2,157 - $2,637. This makes up a portion of your (6.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,971 - $6,075 |
15.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,813 - $3,439 |
9.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,157 - $2,637 |
6.9% |