For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $16,302 - $19,924. 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 $242. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $16,302 - $19,924.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $16,302 - $19,924 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $170 - $208. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 1.0% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$170 - $208 |
1.0% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.6% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.5% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $530 - $648, which is 3.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$530 - $648 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$530 - $648 |
3.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $9,872 - $12,066, which is about 60.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,872 - $12,066 |
60.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,273 - $1,555 |
7.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,453 - $2,999 |
15.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,241 - $6,405 |
32.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$905 - $1,107 |
5.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $873 - $1,067. This accounts for roughly 5.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$873 - $1,067 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$166 - $202 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$707 - $865 |
4.3% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $441 - $539.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$441 - $539 |
2.7% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$100 - $122 |
0.6% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$135 - $165 |
0.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$206 - $252 |
1.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $244 - $298. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$244 - $298 |
1.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$32 - $40 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$52 - $64 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$48 - $58 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$50 - $61 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $707 - $865, which is about 4.3% 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 $429 - $525, which is about 2.6% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,137 - $1,389 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$707 - $865 |
4.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$429 - $525 |
2.6% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,035 - $3,709 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 18.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $2,714 - $3,317 on wedding photography, which is about 16.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,035 - $3,709 |
18.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$321 - $393 |
2.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,714 - $3,317 |
16.6% |