For a wedding with 75 guests in the Chicago, the estimated total cost is around $35,492 - $43,380. 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 is approximately $526. With a guest count of 75, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,492 - $43,380.
The average wedding cost in Chicago is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,492 - $43,380 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 $444 - $542. This represents about 1.3% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $479 - $585.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,619 - $3,201. This represents about 7.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,747 - $4,579 |
10.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$444 - $542 |
1.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$205 - $251 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$479 - $585 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,619 - $3,201 |
7.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 75 guests in Chicago is $274 - $334. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$274 - $334 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$274 - $334 |
0.8% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago is $265 - $323. 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 |
$265 - $323 |
0.7% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,936 - $2,366, which is 5.5% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago area is $1,341 - $1,639.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,936 - $2,366 |
5.5% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,341 - $1,639 |
3.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$595 - $727 |
1.7% |
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, you should budget approximately $10,237 - $12,511, which is about 28.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$10,237 - $12,511 |
28.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,405 - $1,717 |
4.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$2,708 - $3,310 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,124 - $6,262 |
14.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,000 - $1,222 |
2.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,444 - $2,987. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,444 - $2,987 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$597 - $729 |
1.7% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$187 - $229 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$826 - $1,010 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$343 - $419 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$220 - $268 |
0.6% |
For wedding favors for 75 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $355 - $433.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$228 - $278 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$127 - $155 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $454 - $554. This is approximately 1.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$454 - $554 |
1.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$79 - $97 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$37 - $45 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$40 - $48 |
0.1% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$54 - $66 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$56 - $68 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,382 - $1,690, which is about 3.9% 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 $839 - $1,025, which is about 2.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,223 - $10,051 |
23.2% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,002 - $7,336 |
16.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,382 - $1,690 |
3.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$839 - $1,025 |
2.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $987 - $1,207.
| Other Events Cost |
$987 - $1,207 |
2.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$987 - $1,207 |
2.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Chicago spend between $6,171 - $7,543 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 17.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago with 75 guests spend between $3,049 - $3,727 on wedding photography, which is about 8.6% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago is $2,317 - $2,831. This makes up a portion of your (6.5%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,171 - $7,543 |
17.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$391 - $477 |
1.1% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,049 - $3,727 |
8.6% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,317 - $2,831 |
6.5% |