For a wedding with 38 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $26,155 - $31,967. 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 $765. With a guest count of 38, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $26,155 - $31,967.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $26,155 - $31,967 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 $158 - $193. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $170 - $208.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$328 - $400 |
1.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$158 - $193 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$170 - $208 |
0.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 38 guests in Chicago IL is $118 - $144. 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 |
$118 - $144 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$118 - $144 |
0.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $178 - $218. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.7% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$178 - $218 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.4% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$81 - $99 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,254 - $2,754, which is 8.6% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,185 - $1,449.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,254 - $2,754 |
8.6% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,185 - $1,449 |
4.5% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,068 - $1,306 |
4.1% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 38 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $5,535 - $6,765, which is about 21.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$5,535 - $6,765 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$611 - $747 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$1,177 - $1,439 |
4.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$3,312 - $4,048 |
12.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$435 - $531 |
1.7% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,562 - $1,909. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,562 - $1,909 |
6.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$508 - $620 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$720 - $880 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$149 - $182 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$95 - $116 |
0.4% |
For wedding favors for 38 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $285 - $349.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$285 - $349 |
1.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$125 - $153 |
0.5% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$99 - $121 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$61 - $75 |
0.2% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $285 - $349. This is approximately 1.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$285 - $349 |
1.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$39 - $47 |
0.1% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Postage
|
$32 - $39 |
0.1% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$34 - $42 |
0.1% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$26 - $32 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$27 - $33 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $552 - $674, which is about 2.1% 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 $335 - $409, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,281 - $4,011 |
12.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,395 - $2,927 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$552 - $674 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$335 - $409 |
1.3% |
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 |
1.0% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $873 - $1,067.
| Other Events Cost |
$873 - $1,067 |
3.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$873 - $1,067 |
3.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.5% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.5% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,998 - $8,554 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 26.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 38 guests spend between $3,338 - $4,080 on wedding photography, which is about 12.8% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,536 - $3,100. This makes up a portion of your (9.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,998 - $8,554 |
26.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $348 |
1.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$296 - $362 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,338 - $4,080 |
12.8% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,536 - $3,100 |
9.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,805 - $4,651. This service accounts for 14.5% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,805 - $4,651 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,805 - $4,651 |
14.5% |