For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $36,648 - $44,792. 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 $326. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $36,648 - $44,792.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $36,648 - $44,792 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 $211 - $257. 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 $217 - $265.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,195 - $1,461. This represents about 3.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,721 - $2,103 |
4.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$211 - $257 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$98 - $120 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$217 - $265 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,195 - $1,461 |
3.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $439 - $537. 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 $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$439 - $537 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$439 - $537 |
1.2% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $262 - $320. 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 |
$262 - $320 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$60 - $74 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,718 - $3,322, which is 7.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,161 - $1,419.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,718 - $3,322 |
7.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,161 - $1,419 |
3.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$519 - $635 |
1.4% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,038 - $1,268 |
2.8% |
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 $16,205 - $19,807, which is about 44.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,205 - $19,807 |
44.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,366 - $2,892 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,527 - $5,533 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,675 - $9,381 |
20.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,637 - $2,001 |
4.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,513 - $3,071. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,513 - $3,071 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $656 |
1.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$247 - $301 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$331 - $405 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$788 - $964 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$610 - $746 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $388 - $474.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$388 - $474 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$388 - $474 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $743 - $908. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$743 - $908 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$191 - $233 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$97 - $119 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $421 - $515, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,365 - $4,113 |
9.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,944 - $3,598 |
8.0% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$421 - $515 |
1.1% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $261 - $319. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$261 - $319 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $860 - $1,052.
| Other Events Cost |
$860 - $1,052 |
2.3% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$860 - $1,052 |
2.3% |
| Other Items Cost |
$412 - $504 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$412 - $504 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,983 - $3,645 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 8.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,687 - $3,284 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,983 - $3,645 |
8.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$296 - $362 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,687 - $3,284 |
7.3% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,778 - $4,618. This service accounts for 10.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,778 - $4,618 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,778 - $4,618 |
10.3% |