For a wedding with 250 guests in the Carpentersville IL, the estimated total cost is around $46,988 - $57,430. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Carpentersville IL is approximately $209. With a guest count of 250, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $46,988 - $57,430.
The average wedding cost in Carpentersville IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $46,988 - $57,430 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
Attire & Accessories
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $306 - $374. This represents about 0.7% of your total wedding expenses.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $1,836 - $2,244. This represents about 3.9% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,142 - $2,618 |
4.6% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$306 - $374 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$1,836 - $2,244 |
3.9% |
Bakery
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 250 guests in Carpentersville IL is $887 - $1,085. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Carpentersville IL area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $4 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$887 - $1,085 |
1.9% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$887 - $1,085 |
1.9% |
Beauty & Spa
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Carpentersville IL is $232 - $284. 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 |
$232 - $284 |
0.5% |
|
Hair Service
|
$97 - $119 |
0.2% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$80 - $98 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Entertainment
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,483 - $1,813, which is 3.2% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Carpentersville IL area is $1,036 - $1,266.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,483 - $1,813 |
3.2% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,036 - $1,266 |
2.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$447 - $547 |
1.0% |
Event Venue
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 250 guest wedding in Carpentersville IL, you should budget approximately $25,805 - $31,539, which is about 54.9% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$25,805 - $31,539 |
54.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$4,734 - $5,786 |
10.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$9,210 - $11,256 |
19.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$8,505 - $10,395 |
18.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$3,356 - $4,102 |
7.1% |
Flowers & Decorations
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $3,755 - $4,589. This accounts for roughly 8.0% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$3,755 - $4,589 |
8.0% |
|
Bouquets
|
$501 - $613 |
1.1% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$223 - $273 |
0.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$632 - $772 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$1,119 - $1,367 |
2.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$692 - $846 |
1.5% |
Gifts & Favors
For wedding favors for 250 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $1,393 - $1,703.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$1,393 - $1,703 |
3.0% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$110 - $134 |
0.2% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$140 - $172 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$770 - $941 |
1.6% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$374 - $457 |
0.8% |
Invitations
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $1,517 - $1,854. This is approximately 3.2% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$1,517 - $1,854 |
3.2% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$211 - $257 |
0.4% |
|
Guest Book
|
$99 - $121 |
0.2% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$347 - $424 |
0.7% |
|
Postage
|
$176 - $216 |
0.4% |
|
Reception Menus
|
$206 - $252 |
0.4% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$186 - $228 |
0.4% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$142 - $174 |
0.3% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$149 - $183 |
0.3% |
Officiant
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Carpentersville IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.5% |
Photography & Video
On average, couples in Carpentersville IL spend between $4,451 - $5,441 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 9.5% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Carpentersville IL with 250 guests spend between $2,345 - $2,867 on wedding photography, which is about 5.0% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Carpentersville IL is $1,717 - $2,099. This makes up a portion of your (3.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,451 - $5,441 |
9.5% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$389 - $475 |
0.8% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,345 - $2,867 |
5.0% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,717 - $2,099 |
3.7% |
Planner/Coordinator
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Carpentersville IL is estimated to be $3,448 - $4,214. This service accounts for 7.3% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,448 - $4,214 |
7.3% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,448 - $4,214 |
7.3% |
Transportation
For transportation on your wedding day for the couple and/or guests, the estimated budget is $1,620 - $1,980.
| Transportation Cost |
$1,620 - $1,980 |
3.4% |
|
Other Transportation
|
$1,620 - $1,980 |
3.4% |