For a wedding with 175 guests in the Saint Charles, the estimated total cost is around $50,001 - $61,113. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Saint Charles is approximately $317. With a guest count of 175, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $50,001 - $61,113.
The average wedding cost in Saint Charles is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $50,001 - $61,113 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Saint Charles IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $580 - $708. This represents about 1.2% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $625 - $763.
In Saint Charles IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $3,461 - $4,230. This represents about 6.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$4,928 - $6,023 |
9.9% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$580 - $708 |
1.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$263 - $321 |
0.5% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$625 - $763 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$3,461 - $4,230 |
6.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 175 guests in Saint Charles is $615 - $751. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Saint Charles area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$615 - $751 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$615 - $751 |
1.2% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Saint Charles is $264 - $322. 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 |
$264 - $322 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$113 - $139 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$94 - $114 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$57 - $69 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,850 - $2,262, which is 3.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Saint Charles area is $1,283 - $1,568.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,850 - $2,262 |
3.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,283 - $1,568 |
2.6% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$568 - $694 |
1.1% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 175 guest wedding in Saint Charles, you should budget approximately $20,274 - $24,780, which is about 40.5% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$20,274 - $24,780 |
40.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$3,363 - $4,111 |
6.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$6,530 - $7,981 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,010 - $9,790 |
16.0% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$2,372 - $2,899 |
4.7% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,316 - $4,052. This accounts for roughly 6.6% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,316 - $4,052 |
6.6% |
|
Bouquets
|
$571 - $697 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$256 - $312 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$768 - $938 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$778 - $950 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$497 - $607 |
1.0% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 175 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,156 - $1,412.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,156 - $1,412 |
2.3% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$134 - $164 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$183 - $223 |
0.4% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$542 - $662 |
1.1% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$297 - $363 |
0.6% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,057 - $1,291. This is approximately 2.1% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,057 - $1,291 |
2.1% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$181 - $221 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$84 - $102 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$275 - $337 |
0.6% |
|
Postage
|
$106 - $130 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$162 - $198 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$122 - $149 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$127 - $155 |
0.3% |
Jewelry
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,848 - $2,258, which is about 3.7% 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 $1,113 - $1,361, which is about 2.2% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$11,036 - $13,488 |
22.1% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$8,075 - $9,869 |
16.1% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,848 - $2,258 |
3.7% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$1,113 - $1,361 |
2.2% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Saint Charles area is $251 - $307. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$251 - $307 |
0.5% |
Other Events
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $931 - $1,137.
| Other Events Cost |
$931 - $1,137 |
1.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$931 - $1,137 |
1.9% |
Other Items
| Other Items Cost |
$402 - $492 |
0.8% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Saint Charles spend between $3,410 - $4,168 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 6.8% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Saint Charles with 175 guests spend between $2,961 - $3,619 on wedding photography, which is about 5.9% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,410 - $4,168 |
6.8% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$449 - $549 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,961 - $3,619 |
5.9% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $513 - $627.
| Transportation Cost |
$513 - $627 |
1.0% |
|
Limo Rental
|
$513 - $627 |
1.0% |