For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $51,887 - $63,417. 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 $329. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $51,887 - $63,417.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $51,887 - $63,417 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 $322 - $394. 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 $341 - $417.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,929 - $2,357. This represents about 3.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,736 - $3,344 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$322 - $394 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$144 - $176 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$341 - $417 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,929 - $2,357 |
3.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $720 - $880. 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 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$720 - $880 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$720 - $880 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $211 - $257. 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 |
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,672 - $5,710, which is 9.0% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $4,031 - $4,927 which is 7.8% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,672 - $5,710 |
9.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$641 - $783 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$4,031 - $4,927 |
7.8% |
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 $27,280 - $33,342, which is about 52.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$27,280 - $33,342 |
52.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,928 - $4,800 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$7,641 - $9,339 |
14.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$12,938 - $15,814 |
24.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,773 - $3,389 |
5.3% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,626 - $4,432. This accounts for roughly 7.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,626 - $4,432 |
7.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$581 - $711 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$259 - $317 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$464 - $567 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$851 - $1,040 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$902 - $1,102 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$570 - $696 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $930 - $1,136.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$930 - $1,136 |
1.8% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$635 - $776 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$295 - $361 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,313 - $1,605. This is approximately 2.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,313 - $1,605 |
2.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$166 - $202 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$273 - $333 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$148 - $180 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,101 - $1,345.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,101 - $1,345 |
2.1% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,101 - $1,345 |
2.1% |
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$411 - $503 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $7,122 - $8,704 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $3,363 - $4,111 on wedding photography, which is about 6.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,526 - $3,088. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,122 - $8,704 |
13.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$362 - $442 |
0.7% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$316 - $386 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$554 - $678 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,363 - $4,111 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,526 - $3,088 |
4.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,510 - $1,846.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,510 - $1,846 |
2.9% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$514 - $628 |
1.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$996 - $1,218 |
1.9% |