For a wedding with 175 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $48,167 - $58,871. This budget is a full estimate based on local averages across all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Chicago IL is approximately $306. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $48,167 - $58,871.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $48,167 - $58,871 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $310 - $378. 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 $333 - $407.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,823 - $2,228. This represents about 3.8% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,608 - $3,188 |
5.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$310 - $378 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$143 - $175 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$333 - $407 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,823 - $2,228 |
3.8% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Chicago IL is $654 - $800. 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 |
$654 - $800 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$654 - $800 |
1.4% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,868 - $2,283, which is 3.9% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,293 - $1,581.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,868 - $2,283 |
3.9% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,293 - $1,581 |
2.7% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$574 - $702 |
1.2% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $24,237 - $29,623, which is about 50.3% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$24,237 - $29,623 |
50.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,559 - $4,349 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,861 - $8,385 |
14.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,285 - $13,793 |
23.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,533 - $3,095 |
5.3% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,317 - $4,054. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,317 - $4,054 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$530 - $648 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$240 - $294 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$764 - $934 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$821 - $1,003 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$525 - $641 |
1.1% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,090 - $1,332. This is approximately 2.3% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,090 - $1,332 |
2.3% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$185 - $227 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$124 - $152 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$164 - $200 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,026 - $1,254, which is about 2.1% 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 $623 - $761, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,105 - $7,461 |
12.7% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,456 - $5,446 |
9.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,026 - $1,254 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$623 - $761 |
1.3% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $3,295 - $4,027 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 175 guests spend between $2,939 - $3,593 on wedding photography, which is about 6.1% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,295 - $4,027 |
6.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $435 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,939 - $3,593 |
6.1% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Coordinator in Chicago IL is estimated to be $2,005 - $2,451. This service accounts for 4.2% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,005 - $2,451 |
4.2% |
|
Wedding Coordinator
|
$2,005 - $2,451 |
4.2% |
