For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,444 - $49,432. 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 $360. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,444 - $49,432.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,444 - $49,432 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $377 - $461. This represents about 0.9% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $406 - $496.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,221 - $2,715. This represents about 5.5% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,179 - $3,885 |
7.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$377 - $461 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$175 - $213 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$406 - $496 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,221 - $2,715 |
5.5% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $452 - $552. 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 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$452 - $552 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$452 - $552 |
1.1% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $203 - $248. 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 |
$203 - $248 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,928 - $2,356, which is 4.8% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,336 - $1,632.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,928 - $2,356 |
4.8% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,336 - $1,632 |
3.3% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$592 - $724 |
1.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 125 guest wedding in Chicago IL, you should budget approximately $15,990 - $19,544, which is about 39.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$15,990 - $19,544 |
39.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,474 - $3,024 |
6.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,769 - $5,829 |
11.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$6,987 - $8,539 |
17.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,760 - $2,152 |
4.4% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,789 - $3,409. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,789 - $3,409 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$536 - $656 |
1.3% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$244 - $298 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$305 - $373 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$774 - $946 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$567 - $693 |
1.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$363 - $443 |
0.9% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $885 - $1,081.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$885 - $1,081 |
2.2% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$118 - $144 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$159 - $195 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$206 - $252 |
0.5% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $818 - $1,000. This is approximately 2.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$818 - $1,000 |
2.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$130 - $158 |
0.3% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$192 - $234 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$77 - $94 |
0.2% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$126 - $154 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$115 - $141 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$91 - $111 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,256 - $1,536, which is about 3.1% 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 $762 - $932, which is about 1.9% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$7,475 - $9,137 |
18.5% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,457 - $6,669 |
13.5% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,256 - $1,536 |
3.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$762 - $932 |
1.9% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $983 - $1,201.
| Other Events Cost |
$983 - $1,201 |
2.4% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$983 - $1,201 |
2.4% |
| Other Items Cost |
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$401 - $491 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $5,342 - $6,529 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 13.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $3,036 - $3,710 on wedding photography, which is about 7.5% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,306 - $2,818. This makes up a portion of your (5.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$5,342 - $6,529 |
13.2% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,036 - $3,710 |
7.5% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,306 - $2,818 |
5.7% |