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How much does a kitchen remodel cost?

US national rangeUpdated Prices checked October 20262 sources

A kitchen remodel costs $14,592 to $41,617 in the US, with a typical job around $26,988. Basis: per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). Figures from HomeAdvisor, checked October 2026.

US national range, per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft)

Low
$14,592
Typical
$26,988
High
$41,617

Kitchen remodel cost: low, typical and high

Each row says exactly what the figures are and where they come from.

Kitchen remodel cost: low, typical and high
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
US national range$14,592$26,988$41,617Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft) (HomeAdvisor)October 2026

Kitchen remodel cost by type or size

US national figures in USD, as published by each source.

Kitchen remodel cost by type or size
Type or sizePrice (USD)Source
Minor remodel$10,000 to $20,000HomeAdvisor
Major remodel$20,000 to $65,000HomeAdvisor
Total makeover$65,000 to $130,000HomeAdvisor

What drives the cost of a kitchen remodel

  1. Cabinets

    Cabinets take nearly 30% of the budget.

  2. Kitchen size

    A 75 sq ft kitchen runs $5,600 to $17,500; a 200 sq ft kitchen $15,000 to $50,000.

  3. Scope

    Moving plumbing, gas or walls costs far more than replacing finishes in place.

  4. Countertops and appliances

    Stone counters and pro-style appliances push the total up.

  5. Labor and location

    Labor is about 25% of the total and varies by metro.

Permits and what's included

Permit note

Permits are needed for most remodels that touch plumbing, electrical or walls. Fees run about $460 to $2,770 depending on scope and local rules.

What’s usually included

  • Design and demolition
  • Cabinets, countertops and fixtures in the agreed scope
  • Plumbing and electrical work in the agreed scope
  • Installation labor and cleanup

Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.

Kitchen remodel cost: questions

How much does a kitchen remodel cost?

A kitchen remodel costs $14,592 to $41,617 in the US, with a typical job around $26,988. Basis: per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). Figures from HomeAdvisor, checked October 2026.

What affects the cost of a kitchen remodel?

Cabinets: cabinets take nearly 30% of the budget. Kitchen size: a 75 sq ft kitchen runs $5,600 to $17,500; a 200 sq ft kitchen $15,000 to $50,000. Scope: moving plumbing, gas or walls costs far more than replacing finishes in place. Countertops and appliances: stone counters and pro-style appliances push the total up.

Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel?

Permits are needed for most remodels that touch plumbing, electrical or walls. Fees run about $460 to $2,770 depending on scope and local rules.

What is usually included in the price?

Design and demolition; Cabinets, countertops and fixtures in the agreed scope; Plumbing and electrical work in the agreed scope; Installation labor and cleanup. Always get the scope in writing on the quote.

How much does a kitchen remodel cost by type or size?

Minor remodel: $10,000 to $20,000; Major remodel: $20,000 to $65,000; Total makeover: $65,000 to $130,000.

Where do these prices come from?

The low, typical and high figures come from HomeAdvisor (“Kitchen remodel cost”, updated June 17, 2026). We checked them in October 2026. They are national estimates, not quotes.

Sources

Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.

  1. HomeAdvisor: Kitchen remodel cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; prices by scope and size; drivers; permit.
  2. Journal of Light Construction: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report: Minor Kitchen Remodel, Midrange · page updated 2025 · checked October 2026Used for: Regional adjustment ratio.
These are published estimates, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: $14,592 to $41,617. Editorial policy

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