For a wedding with 250 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $59,894 - $73,204. 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 $266. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $59,894 - $73,204.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $59,894 - $73,204 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 $388 - $474. This represents about 0.6% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $412 - $504.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,329 - $2,847. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,303 - $4,037 |
5.5% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$388 - $474 |
0.6% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$174 - $212 |
0.3% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$412 - $504 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,329 - $2,847 |
3.9% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Chicago IL is $1,109 - $1,355. 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 |
$1,109 - $1,355 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$1,109 - $1,355 |
1.9% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $278 - $340. 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 |
$278 - $340 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$121 - $147 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$100 - $122 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$58 - $70 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $2,035 - $2,487, which is 3.4% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,417 - $1,731.
| Entertainment Cost |
$2,035 - $2,487 |
3.4% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,417 - $1,731 |
2.4% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$618 - $756 |
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 $35,867 - $43,837, which is about 59.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$35,867 - $43,837 |
59.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$5,868 - $7,172 |
9.8% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$11,417 - $13,955 |
19.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$14,438 - $17,646 |
24.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$4,144 - $5,064 |
6.9% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $4,788 - $5,852. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$4,788 - $5,852 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$641 - $783 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$285 - $349 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$725 - $887 |
1.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$869 - $1,062 |
1.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,390 - $1,698 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$878 - $1,074 |
1.5% |
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,655 - $2,023.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,655 - $2,023 |
2.8% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$108 - $132 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$138 - $168 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$949 - $1,159 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$461 - $563 |
0.8% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,804 - $2,204. This is approximately 3.0% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,804 - $2,204 |
3.0% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$259 - $317 |
0.4% |
|
Engagement Announcements
|
$227 - $277 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$122 - $150 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$428 - $523 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$178 - $218 |
0.3% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$230 - $282 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$175 - $213 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$185 - $226 |
0.3% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $256 - $312. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
|
Officiant
|
$256 - $312 |
0.4% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $1,062 - $1,298.
| Other Events Cost |
$1,062 - $1,298 |
1.8% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$1,062 - $1,298 |
1.8% |
| Other Items Cost |
$411 - $503 |
0.7% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$411 - $503 |
0.7% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $7,327 - $8,955 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.2% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 250 guests spend between $3,245 - $3,967 on wedding photography, which is about 5.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $2,437 - $2,979. This makes up a portion of your (4.1%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$7,327 - $8,955 |
12.2% |
|
Digital or Photo cd/dvd
|
$289 - $353 |
0.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$382 - $466 |
0.6% |
|
Photo Booth
|
$419 - $513 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$554 - $678 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$3,245 - $3,967 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$2,437 - $2,979 |
4.1% |