For a wedding with 250 guests in the Mount Prospect IL, the estimated total cost is around $59,627 - $72,877. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Mount Prospect IL is approximately $265. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,627 - $72,877.
The average wedding cost in Mount Prospect IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,627 - $72,877 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Skokie IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $292. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $254 - $310.
In Skokie IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,435 - $1,753. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,033 - $2,485 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $292 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$254 - $310 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,435 - $1,753 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Mount Prospect IL is $1,023 - $1,251. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Mount Prospect IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,023 - $1,251 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Mount Prospect IL is $268 - $328. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$268 - $328 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,092 - $3,779, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Mount Prospect IL area is $1,325 - $1,619.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,092 - $3,779 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,325 - $1,619 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$579 - $707 |
1.0% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,188 - $1,452 |
2.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Mount Prospect IL, you should budget approximately $30,655 - $37,467, which is about 51.4% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$30,655 - $37,467 |
51.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,599 - $6,843 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,895 - $13,316 |
18.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,208 - $12,476 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,954 - $4,832 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,360 - $5,328. This accounts for roughly 7.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,360 - $5,328 |
7.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$578 - $706 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$257 - $315 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$652 - $796 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$781 - $955 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,282 - $1,566 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$810 - $990 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $631 - $771.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$631 - $771 |
1.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$414 - $506 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,653 - $2,021. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,653 - $2,021 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$233 - $285 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$204 - $250 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$111 - $135 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$385 - $471 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$191 - $233 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$158 - $193 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $838 - $1,024, which is about 1.4% 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 $500 - $611, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$5,027 - $6,144 |
8.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,689 - $4,509 |
6.2% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$838 - $1,024 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$500 - $611 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Mount Prospect IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $994 - $1,214.
| Other Events Cost |
$994 - $1,214 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$994 - $1,214 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$411 - $503 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Mount Prospect IL spend between $6,586 - $8,050 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Mount Prospect IL with 250 guests spend between $3,761 - $4,597 on wedding photography, which is about 6.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Mount Prospect IL is $2,825 - $3,453. This makes up a portion of your (4.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,586 - $8,050 |
11.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,761 - $4,597 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,825 - $3,453 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Mount Prospect IL is estimated to be $2,125 - $2,597. This service accounts for 3.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,125 - $2,597 |
3.6% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,125 - $2,597 |
3.6% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $514 - $628.
| Transportation Cost |
$514 - $628 |
0.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$514 - $628 |
0.9% |