For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $67,613 - $82,638. 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 $301. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $67,613 - $82,638.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $67,613 - $82,638 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 $494 - $604. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $532 - $650.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,912 - $3,560. This represents about 4.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,167 - $5,093 |
6.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$494 - $604 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$229 - $279 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$532 - $650 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,912 - $3,560 |
4.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago IL is $1,046 - $1,278. 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 $4 - $5 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$1,046 - $1,278 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,046 - $1,278 |
1.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $206 - $252. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $138 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $4,426 - $5,410, which is 6.5% of your total.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,809 - $4,655 which is 5.6% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$4,426 - $5,410 |
6.5% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$617 - $755 |
0.9% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,809 - $4,655 |
5.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $35,031 - $42,815, which is about 51.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$35,031 - $42,815 |
51.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,765 - $7,047 |
8.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,113 - $13,583 |
16.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,049 - $17,171 |
20.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,103 - $5,015 |
6.1% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,517 - $5,521. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,517 - $5,521 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$561 - $685 |
0.8% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$255 - $311 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$734 - $898 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$816 - $998 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,312 - $1,604 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$839 - $1,025 |
1.2% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,602 - $1,958.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,602 - $1,958 |
2.4% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$171 - $209 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$935 - $1,143 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$496 - $606 |
0.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,817 - $2,221. This is approximately 2.7% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,817 - $2,221 |
2.7% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$145 - $177 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$463 - $565 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $237 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$219 - $267 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,607 - $1,964, which is about 2.4% 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 $974 - $1,190, which is about 1.4% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$9,554 - $11,678 |
14.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,974 - $8,524 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,607 - $1,964 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$974 - $1,190 |
1.4% |
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 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,024 - $1,252.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.5% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,024 - $1,252 |
1.5% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,569 - $4,363 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 5.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $3,164 - $3,867 on wedding photography, which is about 4.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,569 - $4,363 |
5.3% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$406 - $496 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,164 - $3,867 |
4.7% |