For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $27,494 - $33,604. 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 $244. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $27,494 - $33,604.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending similar than the national average. The estimated budget of $27,494 - $33,604 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $205 - $251. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $214 - $262.
In United States, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,237 - $1,511. This represents about 4.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,752 - $2,142 |
6.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$205 - $251 |
0.7% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$96 - $118 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$214 - $262 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,237 - $1,511 |
4.5% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in United States is $167 - $204. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$167 - $204 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$68 - $84 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$57 - $69 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$41 - $51 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $3,118 - $3,810, which is 11.3% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $935 - $1,143.
For a live band, couples in Chicago IL typically budget around $2,183 - $2,668 which is 7.9% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$3,118 - $3,810 |
11.3% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$935 - $1,143 |
3.4% |
|
Live Band
|
$2,183 - $2,668 |
7.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $942 - $1,152. This accounts for roughly 3.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$942 - $1,152 |
3.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$447 - $547 |
1.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$203 - $248 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$293 - $358 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $515 - $629.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$515 - $629 |
1.9% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$293 - $358 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$222 - $272 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $402 - $492. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$402 - $492 |
1.5% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$204 - $250 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$95 - $116 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$104 - $127 |
0.4% |
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,137 - $3,835 |
11.4% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,137 - $3,835 |
11.4% |
On average, couples in United States spend between $3,964 - $4,844 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.4% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,006 - $2,452 on wedding photography, which is about 7.3% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,355 - $1,657. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,964 - $4,844 |
14.4% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$253 - $309 |
0.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$349 - $427 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,006 - $2,452 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,355 - $1,657 |
4.9% |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals Cost |
$13,497 - $16,497 |
49.1% |