For a wedding with 250 guests in the Crystal Lake IL, the estimated total cost is around $45,562 - $55,686. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Crystal Lake IL is approximately $202. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $45,562 - $55,686.
The average wedding cost in Crystal Lake IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $45,562 - $55,686 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In McHenry IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $281 - $343. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $312 - $382.
In McHenry IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,716 - $2,098. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,425 - $2,963 |
5.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$281 - $343 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$312 - $382 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,716 - $2,098 |
3.8% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Crystal Lake IL is $885 - $1,081. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Crystal Lake IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$885 - $1,081 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$885 - $1,081 |
1.9% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,111 - $1,357, which is 2.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Crystal Lake IL area is $1,111 - $1,357.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,111 - $1,357 |
2.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,111 - $1,357 |
2.4% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Crystal Lake IL, you should budget approximately $28,771 - $35,165, which is about 63.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$28,771 - $35,165 |
63.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,985 - $6,093 |
10.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,679 - $11,829 |
21.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,356 - $12,658 |
22.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,751 - $4,585 |
8.2% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,119 - $5,035. This accounts for roughly 9.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,119 - $5,035 |
9.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$549 - $671 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$239 - $292 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$648 - $792 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$758 - $926 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,126 - $1,376 |
2.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$800 - $978 |
1.8% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,166 - $1,426.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,166 - $1,426 |
2.6% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$770 - $942 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$396 - $484 |
0.9% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,112 - $1,360. This is approximately 2.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,112 - $1,360 |
2.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$117 - $143 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$376 - $460 |
0.8% |
|
Postage
|
$158 - $194 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$266 - $325 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$195 - $239 |
0.4% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Crystal Lake IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $890 - $1,088.
| Other Events Cost |
$890 - $1,088 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$890 - $1,088 |
2.0% |
On average, couples in Crystal Lake IL spend between $4,838 - $5,914 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Crystal Lake IL with 250 guests spend between $2,608 - $3,188 on wedding photography, which is about 5.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Crystal Lake IL is $2,230 - $2,726. This makes up a portion of your (4.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,838 - $5,914 |
10.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,608 - $3,188 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,230 - $2,726 |
4.9% |