For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $18,732 - $22,894. 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 $167. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,732 - $22,894.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,732 - $22,894 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $287 - $351.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,591 - $1,945. This represents about 8.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,878 - $2,296 |
10.0% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$287 - $351 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,591 - $1,945 |
8.5% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $341 - $417. 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 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$341 - $417 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$341 - $417 |
1.8% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $12,413 - $15,171, which is about 66.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,413 - $15,171 |
66.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,891 - $2,311 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,670 - $4,486 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,519 - $6,745 |
29.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,333 - $1,629 |
7.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,301 - $1,590. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,301 - $1,590 |
6.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$594 - $726 |
3.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$431 - $527 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$275 - $337 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $448 - $548.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$448 - $548 |
2.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$304 - $372 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$144 - $176 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $532 - $650. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$532 - $650 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$88 - $108 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$41 - $50 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$69 - $85 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$59 - $73 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$62 - $76 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $897 - $1,097, which is about 4.8% 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 $541 - $661, which is about 2.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,438 - $1,758 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$897 - $1,097 |
4.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$541 - $661 |
2.9% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $381 - $465 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$381 - $465 |
2.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$381 - $465 |
2.0% |