For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $63,831 - $78,015. 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 $284. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $63,831 - $78,015.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $63,831 - $78,015 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In North Royalton OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $322 - $394. 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 $347 - $424.
In North Royalton OH, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,896 - $2,318. This represents about 3.0% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,714 - $3,318 |
4.3% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$322 - $394 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$149 - $183 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$347 - $424 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,896 - $2,318 |
3.0% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago IL is $1,093 - $1,335. 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 |
$1,093 - $1,335 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,093 - $1,335 |
1.7% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $273 - $333. 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 |
$273 - $333 |
0.4% |
|
Hair Service
|
$118 - $144 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$98 - $120 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,066 - $2,526, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,431 - $1,749.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,066 - $2,526 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,431 - $1,749 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$635 - $777 |
1.0% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $32,323 - $39,505, which is about 50.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$32,323 - $39,505 |
50.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,884 - $7,192 |
9.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,342 - $13,862 |
17.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$10,909 - $13,333 |
17.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,188 - $5,118 |
6.6% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,718 - $5,766. This accounts for roughly 7.4% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,718 - $5,766 |
7.4% |
|
Bouquets
|
$607 - $741 |
1.0% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$275 - $337 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$723 - $883 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$865 - $1,057 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,372 - $1,676 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$877 - $1,071 |
1.4% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,880 - $2,298.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,880 - $2,298 |
2.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$109 - $133 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$200 - $244 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,040 - $1,271 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$532 - $650 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,802 - $2,202. This is approximately 2.8% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,802 - $2,202 |
2.8% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$305 - $373 |
0.5% |
|
Guest Book
|
$143 - $175 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$455 - $557 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$205 - $251 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$272 - $332 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$206 - $252 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$215 - $263 |
0.3% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,050 - $1,284, which is about 1.6% 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 $638 - $780, which is about 1.0% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,250 - $7,638 |
9.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$4,561 - $5,575 |
7.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,050 - $1,284 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$638 - $780 |
1.0% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,054 - $1,288.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,054 - $1,288 |
1.7% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,054 - $1,288 |
1.7% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
0.6% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
0.6% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $6,928 - $8,468 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 10.9% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $3,254 - $3,977 on wedding photography, which is about 5.1% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,472 - $3,022. This makes up a portion of your (3.9%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,928 - $8,468 |
10.9% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$348 - $426 |
0.5% |
|
Prints and/or Enlargements
|
$311 - $380 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$544 - $664 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,254 - $3,977 |
5.1% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,472 - $3,022 |
3.9% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $2,078 - $2,540.
| Transportation Cost |
$2,078 - $2,540 |
3.3% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$512 - $626 |
0.8% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,566 - $1,914 |
2.5% |