For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $21,815 - $26,663. 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 $323. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $21,815 - $26,663.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $21,815 - $26,663 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 $178 - $218. 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 $192 - $234.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,048 - $1,280. This represents about 4.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,500 - $1,834 |
6.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$178 - $218 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$83 - $101 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$192 - $234 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
4.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $186 - $228. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.9% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$186 - $228 |
0.9% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.5% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.4% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,096 - $5,006, which is 18.8% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,082 - $3,766 which is 14.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,096 - $5,006 |
18.8% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,082 - $3,766 |
14.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
4.6% |
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 $9,210 - $11,256, which is about 42.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$9,210 - $11,256 |
42.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,336 - $2,856 |
10.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,011 - $7,347 |
27.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$862 - $1,054 |
4.0% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,253 - $1,531. This accounts for roughly 5.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,253 - $1,531 |
5.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$528 - $646 |
2.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$296 - $362 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$189 - $231 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $311 - $380.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$311 - $380 |
1.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$196 - $240 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$114 - $140 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $503 - $615. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$503 - $615 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$72 - $88 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$33 - $41 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$107 - $131 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$58 - $70 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$70 - $86 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$49 - $59 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$50 - $62 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $602 - $736, which is about 2.8% 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 $365 - $447, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$968 - $1,183 |
4.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$602 - $736 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$365 - $447 |
1.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $829 - $1,013.
| Other Events Cost |
$829 - $1,013 |
3.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$829 - $1,013 |
3.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.8% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,559 - $3,127 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 75 guests spend between $2,559 - $3,127 on wedding photography, which is about 11.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,559 - $3,127 |
11.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,559 - $3,127 |
11.7% |