For a wedding with 131 guests in the Skokie IL, the estimated total cost is around $47,614 - $58,194. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Skokie IL is approximately $240. With a guest count of 131, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,614 - $58,194.
The average wedding cost in Skokie IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,614 - $58,194 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Skokie IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $239 - $293. This represents about 0.5% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $255 - $311.
In Skokie IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,436 - $1,755. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,037 - $2,489 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$239 - $293 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$107 - $131 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,436 - $1,755 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 131 guests in Skokie IL is $646 - $790. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Skokie IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$646 - $790 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$646 - $790 |
1.4% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Skokie IL is $194 - $237. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.4% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$194 - $237 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$87 - $107 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,892 - $3,534, which is 6.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Skokie IL area is $1,247 - $1,524.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,892 - $3,534 |
6.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,247 - $1,524 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$537 - $657 |
1.1% |
|
Musician/s, Soloist, or Ensemble
|
$1,108 - $1,354 |
2.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 131 guest wedding in Skokie IL, you should budget approximately $18,852 - $23,042, which is about 39.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,852 - $23,042 |
39.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,320 - $4,058 |
7.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,459 - $7,895 |
13.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,719 - $8,213 |
14.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,354 - $2,877 |
4.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,191 - $3,900. This accounts for roughly 6.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,191 - $3,900 |
6.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$556 - $680 |
1.2% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$248 - $304 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$316 - $386 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$751 - $917 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$815 - $997 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$504 - $616 |
1.1% |
For wedding favors for 131 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $958 - $1,170.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$958 - $1,170 |
2.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$122 - $149 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$540 - $660 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$201 - $245 |
0.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $696 - $850. This is approximately 1.5% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$696 - $850 |
1.5% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$54 - $66 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$187 - $229 |
0.4% |
|
Postage
|
$85 - $103 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $821 - $1,003, which is about 1.7% 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 $489 - $597, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$4,921 - $6,015 |
10.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$3,612 - $4,414 |
7.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$821 - $1,003 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$489 - $597 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Skokie IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $955 - $1,167.
| Other Events Cost |
$955 - $1,167 |
2.0% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$955 - $1,167 |
2.0% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
0.9% |
On average, couples in Skokie IL spend between $6,953 - $8,498 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 14.6% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Skokie IL with 131 guests spend between $3,506 - $4,286 on wedding photography, which is about 7.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Skokie IL is $2,567 - $3,137. This makes up a portion of your (5.4%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,953 - $8,498 |
14.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$338 - $414 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$541 - $661 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,506 - $4,286 |
7.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,567 - $3,137 |
5.4% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Skokie IL is estimated to be $4,147 - $5,069. This service accounts for 8.7% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,147 - $5,069 |
8.7% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,147 - $5,069 |
8.7% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $509 - $622.
| Transportation Cost |
$509 - $622 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$509 - $622 |
1.1% |