For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $18,850 - $23,038. 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 $168. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $18,850 - $23,038.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending lower than the national average. The estimated budget of $18,850 - $23,038 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $410 - $502. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$410 - $502 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$410 - $502 |
2.2% |
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 $14,196 - $17,350, which is about 75.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$14,196 - $17,350 |
75.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,174 - $2,657 |
11.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,190 - $5,121 |
22.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,286 - $7,682 |
33.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,547 - $1,891 |
8.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $1,054 - $1,288. This accounts for roughly 5.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$1,054 - $1,288 |
5.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$499 - $609 |
2.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$226 - $276 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$329 - $403 |
1.7% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $353 - $431.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$353 - $431 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$353 - $431 |
1.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $259 - $317. This is approximately 1.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$259 - $317 |
1.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$176 - $216 |
0.9% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$83 - $101 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $2,578 - $3,150 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,578 - $3,150 on wedding photography, which is about 13.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$2,578 - $3,150 |
13.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,578 - $3,150 |
13.7% |