For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $33,801 - $41,313. 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 $33,801 - $41,313.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,801 - $41,313 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 $179 - $219. 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 $194 - $237.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,058 - $1,293. This represents about 3.1% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,513 - $1,849 |
4.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$179 - $219 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$83 - $101 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$194 - $237 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,058 - $1,293 |
3.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $192 - $234. 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 |
$192 - $234 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,160 - $5,084, which is 12.3% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,129 - $3,825 which is 9.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,160 - $5,084 |
12.3% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,129 - $3,825 |
9.3% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,031 - $1,260 |
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 $15,976 - $19,526, which is about 47.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,976 - $19,526 |
47.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,188 - $2,674 |
6.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,217 - $5,154 |
12.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,015 - $9,796 |
23.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,557 - $1,903 |
4.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,642 - $3,230. This accounts for roughly 7.8% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,642 - $3,230 |
7.8% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $655 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$243 - $297 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$297 - $363 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$706 - $862 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$526 - $642 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$336 - $410 |
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 $555 - $679.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$555 - $679 |
1.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$201 - $245 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $995 - $1,216. This is approximately 2.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$995 - $1,216 |
2.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$126 - $154 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$59 - $72 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$122 - $150 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$112 - $136 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $608 - $744, 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 $369 - $451, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,927 - $4,799 |
11.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,640 - $3,226 |
7.8% |
|
Necklace
|
$174 - $212 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$608 - $744 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$369 - $451 |
1.1% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $842 - $1,029.
| Other Events Cost |
$842 - $1,029 |
2.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$842 - $1,029 |
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 $2,599 - $3,177 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,599 - $3,177 on wedding photography, which is about 7.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,599 - $3,177 |
7.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,599 - $3,177 |
7.7% |