Wedding Cost Summary
How much does it cost for a wedding in Chicago IL with 150 to 200 guests? The type of wedding is DIY, Elegant, Experience, Formal, Fun, Modern, Other, Romantic, Theme, Traditional, Unique. The wedding color theme is Blues. The typical wedding cost for a wedding of this type is between $46,490 and $56,822.
| Lives in: Milwaukee WI |
| Season: Summer Wedding |
| Getting married in: Chicago IL |
| How many guests: This estimate is based on having 175 guests with a range of 150 to 200 guests. Adding a single guest will likely add $266 - $325 to the total amount spent. |
| Words that describe this wedding: DIY, Elegant, Experience, Formal, Fun, Modern, Other, Romantic, Theme, Traditional, Unique |
| Primary color theme: Blues |
Wedding Cost by Category
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| Category > Item | Estimated Cost | % of Total | |
| Attire & Accessories | $1,391 - $1,700 | 3.0% | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dress Accessories | $169 - $207 | 0.4% | |
| Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories | $80 - $98 | 0.2% | |
| Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase | $168 - $206 | 0.4% | |
| Wedding Dress | $973 - $1,189 | 2.1% | |
| Beauty & Spa | $231 - $283 | 0.5% | |
| Hair Service | $91 - $111 | 0.2% | |
| Makeup Service | $76 - $92 | 0.2% | |
| Manicure & Pedicure | $65 - $79 | 0.1% | |
| Entertainment | $1,218 - $1,488 | 2.6% | |
| DJ/MC | $897 - $1,097 | 1.9% | |
| Entertainment lighting | $320 - $392 | 0.7% | |
| Flowers & Decorations | $2,480 - $3,031 | 5.3% | |
| Bouquets | $438 - $536 | 0.9% | |
| Boutonnieres, Corsages | $198 - $242 | 0.4% | |
| Wedding Venue Decorations | $545 - $666 | 1.2% | |
| Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements | $841 - $1,027 | 1.8% | |
| Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces | $458 - $560 | 1.0% | |
| Gifts & Favors | $981 - $1,199 | 2.1% | |
| Gift/s for Attendants | $93 - $113 | 0.2% | |
| Gift/s for Parents | $111 - $135 | 0.2% | |
| Tips (for all services) | $555 - $679 | 1.2% | |
| Wedding Favors | $222 - $272 | 0.5% | |
| Invitations | $1,089 - $1,331 | 2.3% | |
| Ceremony Programs | $133 - $163 | 0.3% | |
| Engagement Announcements | $117 - $143 | 0.3% | |
| Guest Book | $64 - $78 | 0.1% | |
| Invitations & Reply Cards | $230 - $281 | 0.5% | |
| Postage | $119 - $145 | 0.3% | |
| Reception Menus | $130 - $158 | 0.3% | |
| Save the Date Cards | $117 - $143 | 0.3% | |
| Table Name and Escort/place Cards | $87 - $107 | 0.2% | |
| Thank You Cards | $93 - $113 | 0.2% | |
| Jewelry | $4,384 - $5,358 | 9.4% | |
| Bracelet | $142 - $174 | 0.3% | |
| Earrings | $123 - $151 | 0.3% | |
| Engagement Ring | $2,903 - $3,549 | 6.2% | |
| Necklace | $163 - $199 | 0.4% | |
| Wedding ring/band for HER | $662 - $809 | 1.4% | |
| Wedding ring/band for HIM | $391 - $477 | 0.8% | |
| Photography & Video | $5,001 - $6,113 | 10.8% | |
| Digital or Photo cd/dvd | $253 - $309 | 0.5% | |
| Engagement Session | $293 - $359 | 0.6% | |
| Photo Booth | $339 - $415 | 0.7% | |
| Prints and/or Enlargements | $327 - $399 | 0.7% | |
| Wedding album/s or photo book/s | $565 - $691 | 1.2% | |
| Wedding Photographer | $1,924 - $2,352 | 4.1% | |
| Wedding Videographer | $1,300 - $1,588 | 2.8% | |
| Planner/Consultant | $7,048 - $8,614 | 15.2% | |
| A La Carte Services | $940 - $1,148 | 2.0% | |
| Day of Coordinator | $806 - $985 | 1.7% | |
| For Getting Started | $864 - $1,056 | 1.9% | |
| Full Service | $3,407 - $4,164 | 7.3% | |
| Month of Direction | $1,032 - $1,262 | 2.2% | |
| Venue, Catering & Rentals | $22,668 - $27,706 | 48.8% | |
| Hotel Room for After Reception | $302 - $370 | 0.7% | |
| Limo Rental | $729 - $891 | 1.6% | |
| Officiant | $319 - $389 | 0.7% | |
| Other Transportation | $860 - $1,051 | 1.8% | |
| Rehearsal Dinner | $581 - $711 | 1.3% | |
| Wedding Cake/dessert | $592 - $724 | 1.3% | |
| Wedding Venue Accessories | $311 - $381 | 0.7% | |
| Wedding Venue Bar Service | $3,513 - $4,293 | 7.6% | |
| Wedding Venue Food Service | $6,857 - $8,381 | 14.7% | |
| Wedding Venue Location | $6,008 - $7,343 | 12.9% | |
| Wedding Venue Rentals | $2,597 - $3,174 | 5.6% | |
| Estimated Total Cost: | $46,490 - $56,822 | 100% | |
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NOTE: The average cost of a wedding in Chicago IL is based on the answers to your questions and spending of other couples getting married, not vendor prices. This typically includes purchases of both new and used items. This typically includes purchases of services from professionals, someone that simply provides the service, or a hired family member or friend. Every wedding is different, and the amount couples spend can vary widely.