For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $33,712 - $41,204. 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 $300. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,712 - $41,204.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,712 - $41,204 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 0.5% 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 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,500 - $1,834 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$178 - $218 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,048 - $1,280 |
3.1% |
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 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$186 - $228 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,096 - $5,006, which is 12.1% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,082 - $3,766 which is 9.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,096 - $5,006 |
12.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,082 - $3,766 |
9.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,014 - $1,240 |
3.0% |
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 $15,880 - $19,408, which is about 47.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,880 - $19,408 |
47.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,161 - $2,641 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,166 - $5,092 |
12.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,015 - $9,796 |
23.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,538 - $1,880 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,612 - $3,192. This accounts for roughly 7.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,612 - $3,192 |
7.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$528 - $646 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $293 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$294 - $360 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$698 - $853 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$520 - $636 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$332 - $406 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $776 - $948.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$776 - $948 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$130 - $158 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$351 - $429 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$199 - $243 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $987 - $1,207. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$987 - $1,207 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$125 - $153 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$185 - $227 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$122 - $149 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$85 - $103 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $602 - $736, which is about 1.8% 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 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,886 - $4,750 |
11.5% |
|
Earrings
|
$135 - $165 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,612 - $3,192 |
7.7% |
|
Necklace
|
$172 - $210 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$602 - $736 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$365 - $447 |
1.1% |
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 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$829 - $1,013 |
2.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.2% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,559 - $3,127 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,559 - $3,127 on wedding photography, which is about 7.6% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,559 - $3,127 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,559 - $3,127 |
7.6% |