For a wedding with 125 guests in the Elmhurst IL, the estimated total cost is around $41,380 - $50,576. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Elmhurst IL is approximately $368. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $41,380 - $50,576.
The average wedding cost in Elmhurst IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $41,380 - $50,576 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Elmhurst IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $435 - $531. This represents about 1.1% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $468 - $572.
In Elmhurst IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,591 - $3,167. This represents about 6.3% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,690 - $4,510 |
8.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$435 - $531 |
1.1% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$196 - $240 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$468 - $572 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,591 - $3,167 |
6.3% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Elmhurst IL is $422 - $516. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Elmhurst IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$422 - $516 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Elmhurst IL is $201 - $245. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$201 - $245 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$110 - $134 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,832 - $2,240, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Elmhurst IL area is $1,270 - $1,552.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,832 - $2,240 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,270 - $1,552 |
3.1% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$563 - $688 |
1.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Elmhurst IL, you should budget approximately $13,176 - $16,104, which is about 31.8% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,176 - $16,104 |
31.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,256 - $2,758 |
5.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,379 - $5,353 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,540 - $7,994 |
15.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,761 - $3,375. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,761 - $3,375 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$568 - $694 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$289 - $353 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$774 - $946 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$535 - $653 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$341 - $417 |
0.8% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $527 - $645.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$527 - $645 |
1.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$164 - $200 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$364 - $444 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $626 - $766. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$626 - $766 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$177 - $217 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$68 - $83 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $128 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$78 - $96 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,382 - $1,690, which is about 3.3% 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 $833 - $1,018, which is about 2.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$8,258 - $10,093 |
20.0% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$6,043 - $7,385 |
14.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,382 - $1,690 |
3.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$833 - $1,018 |
2.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Elmhurst 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 $921 - $1,125.
| Other Events Cost |
$921 - $1,125 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$921 - $1,125 |
2.2% |
On average, couples in Elmhurst IL spend between $6,775 - $8,281 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 16.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Elmhurst IL with 125 guests spend between $3,606 - $4,408 on wedding photography, which is about 8.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Elmhurst IL is $2,766 - $3,380. This makes up a portion of your (6.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,775 - $8,281 |
16.4% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$403 - $493 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,606 - $4,408 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,766 - $3,380 |
6.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Elmhurst IL is estimated to be $1,940 - $2,371. This service accounts for 4.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$1,940 - $2,371 |
4.7% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$1,940 - $2,371 |
4.7% |