For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $38,856 - $47,490. 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 $345. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $38,856 - $47,490.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $38,856 - $47,490 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 $221 - $271. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $239 - $292.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,305 - $1,595. This represents about 3.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,868 - $2,283 |
4.8% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$221 - $271 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$239 - $292 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,305 - $1,595 |
3.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $353 - $431. 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 $3 - $3 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$353 - $431 |
0.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $225 - $275. 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 |
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,958 - $6,060, which is 12.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $976 - $1,192.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $2,670 - $3,264 which is 6.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,958 - $6,060 |
12.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$976 - $1,192 |
2.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$433 - $529 |
1.1% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,670 - $3,264 |
6.9% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$879 - $1,075 |
2.3% |
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 $14,557 - $17,791, which is about 37.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,557 - $17,791 |
37.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$1,937 - $2,367 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$3,734 - $4,564 |
9.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,507 - $9,175 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,379 - $1,685 |
3.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,292 - $2,802. This accounts for roughly 5.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,292 - $2,802 |
5.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$438 - $536 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$199 - $243 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$356 - $436 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$572 - $699 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$444 - $542 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$284 - $347 |
0.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $781 - $955.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$781 - $955 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$96 - $118 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$314 - $384 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$241 - $295 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,175 - $1,437. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,175 - $1,437 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$70 - $86 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$225 - $275 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$104 - $127 |
0.3% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$148 - $180 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$103 - $125 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$106 - $130 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $733 - $895, which is about 1.9% 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 $445 - $543, which is about 1.1% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,894 - $5,982 |
12.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$165 - $201 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,180 - $3,886 |
8.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$209 - $255 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$733 - $895 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$445 - $543 |
1.1% |
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 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $718 - $878.
| Other Events Cost |
$718 - $878 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$718 - $878 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,765 - $7,046 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,218 - $2,710 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,685 - $2,059. This makes up a portion of your (4.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,765 - $7,046 |
14.8% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$284 - $348 |
0.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$309 - $377 |
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
|
$2,218 - $2,710 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,685 - $2,059 |
4.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $617 - $755.
| Transportation Cost |
$617 - $755 |
1.6% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$617 - $755 |
1.6% |