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How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Ames, IA?

Regionally adjustedUpdated Prices checked October 20262 sources

In Ames, a kitchen remodel typically runs $14,300 to $40,770, about $26,440 for a typical job. That is the US national range from HomeAdvisor ($14,592 to $41,617) adjusted by the West North Central factor of 0.98 from the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Checked October 2026.

Adjusted for the West North Central region

Low
$14,300
Typical
$26,440
High
$40,770

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Kitchen remodel cost in Ames, IA

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

Kitchen remodel cost in Ames, IA
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
West North Central estimate$14,300$26,440$40,770National range × 0.98: the West North Central / national cost ratio for “Minor Kitchen Remodel | Midrange” ($27,880 vs $28,458) in the 2025 Cost vs. Value ReportOctober 2026
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 in Ames

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.

Rules are set locally; confirm with Ames’s building department.

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.

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Top-ranked kitchen remodelers in Ames

The top 3 of 28 kitchen remodelers we rank for Ames, IA, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.

  1. #1
    Clean Indeed
    CR Score 874.9from 130 Google reviews
  2. #2
    Draintech Plumbing Drain Cleaning Hydro Jetting
    CR Score 844.4from 145 Google reviews
  3. #3
    Laura's Cabinet Gallery, Inc.
    CR Score 785.0from 15 Google reviews

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Kitchen remodel cost in Ames: questions

How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Ames, IA?

In Ames, a kitchen remodel typically runs $14,300 to $40,770, about $26,440 for a typical job. That is the US national range from HomeAdvisor ($14,592 to $41,617) adjusted by the West North Central factor of 0.98 from the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Checked October 2026.

Why is the Ames price different from the national price?

The 2025 Cost vs. Value Report puts the “Minor Kitchen Remodel | Midrange” project at $27,880 in the West North Central division against $28,458 nationally, a factor of 0.98. We apply that factor to the national range. It is a division-level adjustment, not a Ames price survey.

Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Ames?

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. Rules are set locally, so confirm with Ames’s building department.

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.

How many kitchen remodelers serve Ames?

We rank 28 kitchen remodelers for Ames, IA by CR Score. Get at least three written quotes for the same scope.

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.

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.
  3. Journal of Light Construction: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, West North Central division · checked October 2026Used for: Regional factor 0.98 for “Minor Kitchen Remodel | Midrange”.
These are published estimates with a documented regional adjustment, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: $14,300 to $40,770. Editorial policy

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