Events & Creative, Illinois
Catering cost in Chicago, IL
A typical Catering figure in Chicago is about $48 per person, about 20% above the national figure of $40.
Typical cost
Typical in Chicago
$48
per person
- On the low end
- $22
- On the high end
- $102
Estimated from national price data, adjusted for the cost of living in Chicago. Not a quote.
What moves the price
- Menu
- Service style
- Staffing
- Rentals
- Bar
Ways to pay less
- Choose buffet
- Limit passed apps
- BYO alcohol where legal
- Cut guest count
- Ask about leftover policy
Catering in similar cities
| Place | Typical | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | $48 | $22 to $102 |
| National typical | $40 | $18 to $85 |
| Naperville, IL | $46 | $21 to $97 |
| Aurora, IL | $41 | $19 to $87 |
| Joliet, IL | $39 | $18 to $82 |
| Anaheim, CA | $48 | $22 to $102 |
| Concord, CA | $48 | $22 to $102 |
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Questions people ask
Catering in Chicago: what does it cost?
In Chicago, IL, Catering typically costs about $48 per person, with most prices between $22 and $102.
Why is Chicago higher than the national price?
Prices in Chicago run about 20% above the national average. This estimate scales the national figure by that difference in local cost of living.
Is this a quote?
No. It is an estimate built from national price data and local cost of living. A local pro will price your actual job.