For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $34,958 - $42,726. 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 $222. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $34,958 - $42,726.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $34,958 - $42,726 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 $268 - $328. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $290 - $354.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,584 - $1,936. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,266 - $2,770 |
6.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$268 - $328 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$290 - $354 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,584 - $1,936 |
4.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $572 - $700. 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 |
$572 - $700 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$572 - $700 |
1.6% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $245 - $299. 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 |
$245 - $299 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,529 - $1,869, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,059 - $1,295.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,529 - $1,869 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,059 - $1,295 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$470 - $574 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $17,942 - $21,930, which is about 51.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$17,942 - $21,930 |
51.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,071 - $3,753 |
8.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$5,919 - $7,235 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,767 - $8,271 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,185 - $2,671 |
6.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,955 - $3,611. This accounts for roughly 8.5% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,955 - $3,611 |
8.5% |
|
Bouquets
|
$509 - $622 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$230 - $282 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$393 - $481 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$644 - $788 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$719 - $879 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$459 - $561 |
1.3% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,022 - $1,250.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,022 - $1,250 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$149 - $183 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$498 - $608 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$265 - $323 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $991 - $1,211. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$991 - $1,211 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$167 - $204 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$247 - $301 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$147 - $179 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $877 - $1,071, which is about 2.5% 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 $532 - $650, which is about 1.5% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,409 - $1,722 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$877 - $1,071 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$532 - $650 |
1.5% |
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 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $780 - $954.
| Other Events Cost |
$780 - $954 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$780 - $954 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $4,594 - $5,614 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,408 - $2,944 on wedding photography, which is about 6.9% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,830 - $2,236. This makes up a portion of your (5.2%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,594 - $5,614 |
13.1% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $435 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,408 - $2,944 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
5.2% |