For a wedding with 250 guests in the Rockford IL, the estimated total cost is around $50,856 - $62,158. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rockford IL is approximately $226. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,856 - $62,158.
The average wedding cost in Rockford IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,856 - $62,158 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 $247 - $301. 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 $266 - $325.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,471 - $1,797. This represents about 2.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,094 - $2,560 |
4.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$247 - $301 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$112 - $136 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$266 - $325 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,471 - $1,797 |
2.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $171 - $209. 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 |
$171 - $209 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $95 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,606 - $1,962, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rockford IL area is $1,112 - $1,360.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,606 - $1,962 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,112 - $1,360 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$493 - $603 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Rockford IL, you should budget approximately $28,286 - $34,572, which is about 55.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,286 - $34,572 |
55.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,223 - $6,383 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$10,139 - $12,392 |
19.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$9,243 - $11,297 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,682 - $4,500 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,203 - $3,915. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,203 - $3,915 |
6.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$618 - $756 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$653 - $798 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,179 - $1,441 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$753 - $921 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $977 - $1,195.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$977 - $1,195 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$136 - $166 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$842 - $1,029 |
1.7% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,336 - $1,632. This is approximately 2.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,336 - $1,632 |
2.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$249 - $305 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$115 - $141 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$380 - $464 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$223 - $273 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $843 - $1,031, which is about 1.7% 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 $509 - $622, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,959 - $2,395 |
3.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Earrings
|
$184 - $224 |
0.4% |
|
Necklace
|
$237 - $289 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$843 - $1,031 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$509 - $622 |
1.0% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $807 - $987.
| Other Events Cost |
$807 - $987 |
1.6% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$807 - $987 |
1.6% |
| Other Items Cost |
$380 - $464 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$380 - $464 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Rockford IL spend between $4,937 - $6,034 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rockford IL with 250 guests spend between $2,570 - $3,141 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Rockford IL is $1,970 - $2,408. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,937 - $6,034 |
9.7% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,570 - $3,141 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,970 - $2,408 |
3.9% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Rockford IL is estimated to be $3,556 - $4,346. This service accounts for 7.0% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,556 - $4,346 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,556 - $4,346 |
7.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,544 - $1,888.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,544 - $1,888 |
3.0% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,544 - $1,888 |
3.0% |