For a wedding with 400 guests in the Chicago, IL, the estimated total cost is around $78,153 - $95,521. 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 $217. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $78,153 - $95,521.
The average wedding cost in Chicago, IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $78,153 - $95,521 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $380 - $464. 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 $424 - $518.
In Libertyville IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,326 - $2,842. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,285 - $4,015 |
4.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$380 - $464 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$156 - $190 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$424 - $518 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,326 - $2,842 |
3.0% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Chicago, IL is $1,713 - $2,093. 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 |
$1,713 - $2,093 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,713 - $2,093 |
2.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago, IL is $236 - $288. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$236 - $288 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$83 - $101 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$56 - $68 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,355 - $1,656, which is 1.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago, IL area is $912 - $1,114.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,355 - $1,656 |
1.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$912 - $1,114 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$443 - $541 |
0.6% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Chicago, IL, you should budget approximately $38,858 - $47,493, which is about 49.7% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$38,858 - $47,493 |
49.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$8,099 - $9,899 |
10.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$15,727 - $19,221 |
20.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,937 - $10,923 |
11.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$6,095 - $7,449 |
7.8% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $5,798 - $7,086. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$5,798 - $7,086 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$487 - $595 |
0.6% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$592 - $724 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,911 - $2,335 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,358 - $1,660 |
1.7% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $2,523 - $3,083.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$2,523 - $3,083 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$198 - $242 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,460 - $1,784 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$757 - $925 |
1.0% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $3,116 - $3,808. This is approximately 4.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$3,116 - $3,808 |
4.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$542 - $662 |
0.7% |
|
Guest Book
|
$225 - $275 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$719 - $879 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$385 - $471 |
0.5% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$507 - $619 |
0.6% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$367 - $449 |
0.5% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$371 - $453 |
0.5% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,067 - $1,305, which is about 1.4% 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 $643 - $785, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,242 - $8,852 |
9.3% |
|
Bracelet
|
$228 - $278 |
0.3% |
|
Earrings
|
$270 - $330 |
0.3% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,703 - $5,749 |
6.0% |
|
Necklace
|
$331 - $405 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,067 - $1,305 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$643 - $785 |
0.8% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago, IL area is $244 - $298. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$244 - $298 |
0.3% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $731 - $893.
| Other Events Cost |
$731 - $893 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$731 - $893 |
0.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$429 - $525 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Chicago, IL spend between $5,463 - $6,677 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 7.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago, IL with 400 guests spend between $2,140 - $2,616 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago, IL is $1,830 - $2,236. This makes up a portion of your (2.3%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,463 - $6,677 |
7.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$356 - $436 |
0.5% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$397 - $485 |
0.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$267 - $327 |
0.3% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$473 - $578 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,140 - $2,616 |
2.7% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,830 - $2,236 |
2.3% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago, IL is estimated to be $2,950 - $3,606. This service accounts for 3.8% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$2,950 - $3,606 |
3.8% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$2,950 - $3,606 |
3.8% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $4,212 - $5,148.
| Transportation Cost |
$4,212 - $5,148 |
5.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$4,212 - $5,148 |
5.4% |