For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago , the estimated total cost is around $33,994 - $41,548. 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 is approximately $216. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $33,994 - $41,548.
The average wedding cost in Chicago is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $33,994 - $41,548 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Highland Park IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $577 - $705. This represents about 1.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$843 - $1,031 |
2.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$577 - $705 |
1.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$266 - $326 |
0.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago is $634 - $774. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Chicago area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$634 - $774 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$634 - $774 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago is $257 - $314. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.8% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$257 - $314 |
0.8% |
|
Hair Service
|
$109 - $133 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.3% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,772 - $2,166, which is 5.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago area is $1,228 - $1,500.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,772 - $2,166 |
5.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,228 - $1,500 |
3.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$545 - $666 |
1.6% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chicago , you should budget approximately $12,453 - $15,221, which is about 36.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$12,453 - $15,221 |
36.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,422 - $4,182 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,596 - $8,062 |
19.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,435 - $2,977 |
7.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,036 - $2,488. This accounts for roughly 6.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,036 - $2,488 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$734 - $897 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$795 - $971 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$508 - $620 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $870 - $1,064.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$870 - $1,064 |
2.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$555 - $679 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$315 - $385 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $948 - $1,158. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$948 - $1,158 |
2.8% |
|
Guest Book
|
$92 - $112 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$294 - $360 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$139 - $169 |
0.4% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$1,323 - $1,617 |
3.9% |
|
Bracelet
|
$405 - $495 |
1.2% |
|
Earrings
|
$403 - $493 |
1.2% |
|
Necklace
|
$515 - $629 |
1.5% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $904 - $1,104.
| Other Events Cost |
$904 - $1,104 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$904 - $1,104 |
2.7% |
On average, couples in Chicago spend between $7,763 - $9,489 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 22.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago with 175 guests spend between $3,434 - $4,197 on wedding photography, which is about 10.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago is $2,609 - $3,189. This makes up a portion of your (7.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,763 - $9,489 |
22.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$447 - $547 |
1.3% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$415 - $507 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$859 - $1,049 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,434 - $4,197 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,609 - $3,189 |
7.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago is estimated to be $3,940 - $4,816. This service accounts for 11.6% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,940 - $4,816 |
11.6% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,940 - $4,816 |
11.6% |