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The Average Cost of a Woodridge Wedding

Check out the national and local average for a wedding.

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Ever wonder how much couples spend on a wedding locally? 

According to costofwedding.com, in the 60517 zip code, the majority of couples spend between $19,764 and $32,940, slightly higher than the national average. The site said those numbers were based on an average number of guests between 156 and 170. A single guest could add between $146 and $178 to the overall cost of the wedding. 

The national average for wedding costs is $24,066, though the majority of couples spend $18,050 and $30,083. 

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The site warns that you'll spend 50 to 100+ percent more by using "well-experienced professionals, designer labels, popular event locations, unique or custom products and services."

Here's how the 60517 budget breaks down: 

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Category Cost Attire & Accessories Between $1,501 and $2,501 Beauty, Health and Spa Between $369 and $615 Entertainment Between $1,639 and $2,731 Flowers & Decorations Between $1,661 and $2,769 Gifts & Favors Between $758 and $1,264 Invitations Between $650 and $1,083 Jewelry (includes engagement ring) Between $4,536 and $7,560 Photography & Video Between $2,087 and $3,478 Planner/Consultant Between $1,646 and $2,744 Transportation Between $721 and $1,201 Venue & Catering Between $11,672 and $19,453 Marriage License $30 (phew!)

You can look at what items are included in each category on the site. 

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