For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $37,187 - $45,451. 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 $331. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $37,187 - $45,451.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $37,187 - $45,451 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Wheeling IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $294 - $360. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $317 - $387.
In Wheeling IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,733 - $2,118. This represents about 4.7% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,480 - $3,031 |
6.7% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$294 - $360 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$136 - $166 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$317 - $387 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,733 - $2,118 |
4.7% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $472 - $576. 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 |
$472 - $576 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$472 - $576 |
1.3% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,139 - $6,281, which is 13.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,375 - $1,681.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $3,764 - $4,600 which is 10.1% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,139 - $6,281 |
13.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,375 - $1,681 |
3.7% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,764 - $4,600 |
10.1% |
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 $16,206 - $19,808, which is about 43.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,206 - $19,808 |
43.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,534 - $3,097 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,883 - $5,969 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,987 - $8,539 |
18.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,803 - $2,203 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,673 - $3,267. This accounts for roughly 7.2% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,673 - $3,267 |
7.2% |
|
Bouquets
|
$575 - $703 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$314 - $384 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$814 - $994 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$592 - $724 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$378 - $462 |
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 $411 - $503.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$411 - $503 |
1.1% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$411 - $503 |
1.1% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $599 - $732. This is approximately 1.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$599 - $732 |
1.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$133 - $163 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$197 - $241 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$90 - $110 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$94 - $114 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,013 - $1,238.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,013 - $1,238 |
2.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,013 - $1,238 |
2.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $7,177 - $8,771 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 19.3% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,769 - $4,607 on wedding photography, which is about 10.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,864 - $3,500. This makes up a portion of your (7.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,177 - $8,771 |
19.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,769 - $4,607 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,864 - $3,500 |
7.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $617 - $755.
| Transportation Cost |
$617 - $755 |
1.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$617 - $755 |
1.7% |