For a wedding with 131 guests in the Waukegan IL, the estimated total cost is around $47,889 - $58,531. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Waukegan IL is approximately $240. With a guest count of 131, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $47,889 - $58,531.
The average wedding cost in Waukegan IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $47,889 - $58,531 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Waukegan IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $179 - $219. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $193 - $235.
In Waukegan IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,065 - $1,301. This represents about 2.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$1,517 - $1,855 |
3.2% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$179 - $219 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$81 - $99 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$193 - $235 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,065 - $1,301 |
2.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 131 guests in Waukegan IL is $608 - $743. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Waukegan IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$608 - $743 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$608 - $743 |
1.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Waukegan IL is $242 - $296. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.5% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$242 - $296 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$102 - $124 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $5,322 - $6,504, which is 11.1% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Waukegan IL area is $1,251 - $1,529.
For a live band, couples in Waukegan IL typically budget around $3,516 - $4,298 which is 7.3% of your total.
| Entertainment Cost |
$5,322 - $6,504 |
11.1% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,251 - $1,529 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$554 - $678 |
1.2% |
|
Live Band
|
$3,516 - $4,298 |
7.3% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 131 guest wedding in Waukegan IL, you should budget approximately $18,713 - $22,871, which is about 39.1% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$18,713 - $22,871 |
39.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,247 - $3,969 |
6.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,305 - $7,706 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,872 - $8,399 |
14.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,290 - $2,798 |
4.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,010 - $3,678. This accounts for roughly 6.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,010 - $3,678 |
6.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$527 - $645 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$236 - $288 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$235 - $287 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$752 - $920 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$769 - $939 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$491 - $600 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 131 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $896 - $1,095.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$896 - $1,095 |
1.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$125 - $153 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$523 - $639 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$156 - $190 |
0.3% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $582 - $712. This is approximately 1.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$582 - $712 |
1.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$95 - $117 |
0.2% |
|
Guest Book
|
$44 - $54 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$145 - $177 |
0.3% |
|
Postage
|
$82 - $100 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$64 - $78 |
0.1% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$67 - $81 |
0.1% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $626 - $766, which is about 1.3% 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 $378 - $462, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$3,743 - $4,575 |
7.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$2,739 - $3,347 |
5.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$626 - $766 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$378 - $462 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Waukegan IL area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $907 - $1,109.
| Other Events Cost |
$907 - $1,109 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$907 - $1,109 |
1.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.8% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$402 - $492 |
0.8% |
On average, couples in Waukegan IL spend between $6,251 - $7,641 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.1% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Waukegan IL with 131 guests spend between $2,887 - $3,529 on wedding photography, which is about 6.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Waukegan IL is $2,214 - $2,706. This makes up a portion of your (4.6%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$6,251 - $7,641 |
13.1% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$287 - $351 |
0.6% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$307 - $375 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$556 - $680 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,887 - $3,529 |
6.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,214 - $2,706 |
4.6% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Waukegan IL is estimated to be $4,932 - $6,028. This service accounts for 10.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$4,932 - $6,028 |
10.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$4,932 - $6,028 |
10.3% |
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $513 - $627.
| Transportation Cost |
$513 - $627 |
1.1% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$513 - $627 |
1.1% |