For a wedding with 175 guests in the Rockford, IL, the estimated total cost is around $35,380 - $43,242. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Rockford, IL is approximately $225. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $35,380 - $43,242.
The average wedding cost in Rockford, IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $35,380 - $43,242 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Cherry Valley IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $297 - $363. This represents about 0.8% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $320 - $392.
In Cherry Valley IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,770 - $2,164. This represents about 5.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,522 - $3,082 |
7.1% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$297 - $363 |
0.8% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$134 - $164 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$320 - $392 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,770 - $2,164 |
5.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Rockford, IL is $597 - $729. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Rockford, IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$597 - $729 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$597 - $729 |
1.7% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,554 - $1,900, which is 4.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Rockford, IL area is $1,077 - $1,317.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,554 - $1,900 |
4.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,077 - $1,317 |
3.0% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$477 - $583 |
1.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Rockford, IL, you should budget approximately $16,817 - $20,554, which is about 47.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$16,817 - $20,554 |
47.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,322 - $4,060 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,449 - $7,882 |
18.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$7,046 - $8,612 |
19.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,085 - $3,771. This accounts for roughly 8.7% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,085 - $3,771 |
8.7% |
|
Bouquets
|
$473 - $578 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$212 - $259 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$535 - $653 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$629 - $769 |
1.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$755 - $923 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$482 - $590 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,143 - $1,397.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,143 - $1,397 |
3.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$536 - $655 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$355 - $433 |
1.0% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,286 - $1,572. This is approximately 3.6% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,286 - $1,572 |
3.6% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$216 - $264 |
0.6% |
|
Guest Book
|
$99 - $121 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$329 - $402 |
0.9% |
|
Postage
|
$151 - $185 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$194 - $237 |
0.5% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$146 - $178 |
0.4% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$152 - $186 |
0.4% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $999 - $1,221, which is about 2.8% 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 $602 - $736, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$2,321 - $2,837 |
6.6% |
|
Bracelet
|
$221 - $271 |
0.6% |
|
Earrings
|
$218 - $266 |
0.6% |
|
Necklace
|
$281 - $343 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$999 - $1,221 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$602 - $736 |
1.7% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $781 - $955.
| Other Events Cost |
$781 - $955 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$781 - $955 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$380 - $464 |
1.1% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$380 - $464 |
1.1% |
On average, couples in Rockford, IL spend between $3,938 - $4,814 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 11.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Rockford, IL with 175 guests spend between $2,487 - $3,039 on wedding photography, which is about 7.0% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,938 - $4,814 |
11.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$271 - $331 |
0.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$359 - $439 |
1.0% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$297 - $363 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$525 - $641 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,487 - $3,039 |
7.0% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $956 - $1,168.
| Transportation Cost |
$956 - $1,168 |
2.7% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$956 - $1,168 |
2.7% |