For a wedding with 125 guests in the Chicago IL, the estimated total cost is around $40,938 - $50,036. 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 $364. With a guest count of 125, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $40,938 - $50,036.
The average wedding cost in Chicago IL is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $40,938 - $50,036 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 $356 - $435. 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 $378 - $462.
In Chicago IL, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,135 - $2,609. This represents about 5.2% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$3,027 - $3,699 |
7.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$356 - $435 |
0.9% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$158 - $194 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$378 - $462 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,135 - $2,609 |
5.2% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 125 guests in Chicago IL is $429 - $525. 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 $3 - $4 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$429 - $525 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$429 - $525 |
1.0% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Chicago IL is $250 - $306. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.6% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Hair Service
|
$107 - $131 |
0.3% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$88 - $108 |
0.2% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$55 - $67 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,649 - $2,015, which is 4.0% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Chicago IL area is $1,152 - $1,408.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,649 - $2,015 |
4.0% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,152 - $1,408 |
2.8% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$497 - $607 |
1.2% |
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 $13,982 - $17,090, which is about 34.2% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$13,982 - $17,090 |
34.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$2,206 - $2,696 |
5.4% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$4,292 - $5,246 |
10.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$5,920 - $7,236 |
14.5% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$1,564 - $1,912 |
3.8% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $2,809 - $3,433. This accounts for roughly 6.9% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$2,809 - $3,433 |
6.9% |
|
Bouquets
|
$560 - $684 |
1.4% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$250 - $306 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$360 - $440 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$707 - $865 |
1.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$542 - $662 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$390 - $476 |
1.0% |
For wedding favors for 125 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $840 - $1,026.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$840 - $1,026 |
2.1% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$111 - $135 |
0.3% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$141 - $173 |
0.3% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$358 - $438 |
0.9% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$230 - $281 |
0.6% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $780 - $954. This is approximately 1.9% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$780 - $954 |
1.9% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$129 - $157 |
0.3% |
|
Guest Book
|
$61 - $75 |
0.1% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$212 - $260 |
0.5% |
|
Postage
|
$86 - $105 |
0.2% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$114 - $140 |
0.3% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$86 - $106 |
0.2% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$92 - $112 |
0.2% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,148 - $1,403, which is about 2.8% 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 $683 - $835, which is about 1.7% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,880 - $8,408 |
16.8% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,049 - $6,171 |
12.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,148 - $1,403 |
2.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$683 - $835 |
1.7% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Chicago IL area is $255 - $311. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
|
Officiant
|
$255 - $311 |
0.6% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $883 - $1,079.
| Other Events Cost |
$883 - $1,079 |
2.2% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$883 - $1,079 |
2.2% |
| Other Items Cost |
$410 - $502 |
1.0% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$410 - $502 |
1.0% |
On average, couples in Chicago IL spend between $4,910 - $6,002 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 12.0% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Chicago IL with 125 guests spend between $2,608 - $3,188 on wedding photography, which is about 6.4% of your total wedding cost.
The estimated cost to hire a wedding videographer in Chicago IL is $1,910 - $2,334. This makes up a portion of your (4.7%) allocation for capturing memories.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$4,910 - $6,002 |
12.0% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$392 - $480 |
1.0% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,608 - $3,188 |
6.4% |
|
Wedding Videographer
|
$1,910 - $2,334 |
4.7% |
The cost for a Wedding Planner in Chicago IL is estimated to be $3,834 - $4,686. This service accounts for 9.4% of your total budget.
| Planner/Coordinator Cost |
$3,834 - $4,686 |
9.4% |
|
Wedding Planner
|
$3,834 - $4,686 |
9.4% |