For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $38,308 - $46,820. 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 $568. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,308 - $46,820.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,308 - $46,820 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 $176 - $215. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $189 - $231.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,033 - $1,263. This represents about 2.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,479 - $1,807 |
3.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$176 - $215 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$189 - $231 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,033 - $1,263 |
2.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago IL is $263 - $321. 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 |
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $263 - $321. 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 |
$263 - $321 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,176 - $3,882, which is 8.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,355 - $1,656.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,176 - $3,882 |
8.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,355 - $1,656 |
3.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$601 - $735 |
1.6% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,220 - $1,492 |
3.2% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 75 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $10,395 - $12,705, which is about 27.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,395 - $12,705 |
27.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,417 - $1,731 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,730 - $3,336 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,241 - $6,405 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,008 - $1,232 |
2.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,324 - $2,840. This accounts for roughly 6.1% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,324 - $2,840 |
6.1% |
|
Bouquets
|
$552 - $674 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$250 - $306 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$193 - $235 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$789 - $965 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$329 - $403 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$211 - $257 |
0.5% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $579 - $707.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$579 - $707 |
1.5% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $571 - $697. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$571 - $697 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$38 - $46 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$64 - $78 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$73 - $89 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$58 - $70 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $623 - $761, which is about 1.6% 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 $378 - $462, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,023 - $4,917 |
10.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$140 - $171 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,705 - $3,306 |
7.1% |
|
Necklace
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$623 - $761 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$378 - $462 |
1.0% |
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 $997 - $1,219.
| Other Events Cost |
$997 - $1,219 |
2.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$997 - $1,219 |
2.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $8,402 - $10,269 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 21.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $3,722 - $4,549 on wedding photography, which is about 9.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,827 - $3,455. This makes up a portion of your (7.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$8,402 - $10,269 |
21.9% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$300 - $366 |
0.8% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
1.1% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$311 - $380 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,722 - $4,549 |
9.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,827 - $3,455 |
7.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $4,346 - $5,312. This service accounts for 11.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,346 - $5,312 |
11.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,346 - $5,312 |
11.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $839 - $1,025.
| Transportation Cost |
$839 - $1,025 |
2.2% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$512 - $626 |
1.3% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$327 - $399 |
0.9% |