Kitchen remodel cost calculator

Estimate what a kitchen remodel will cost based on your size and finish level, with a line-item breakdown. Free and instant.

Finish level

Quality finishes, some changes

Size — sq ft of kitchen150 sq ft

Estimated kitchen remodel cost

$21,000 – $37,500

$140–$250 per sq ft · mid-range finish

Where it goes (typical split)

Cabinets$8,200
Labor$5,300
Appliances$4,100
Plumbing & fixtures$3,500
Countertops$3,200
Flooring$2,300
Electrical & lighting$1,800
Permits & misc$900

Estimate only — typical US ranges, not a quote. Actual cost depends on your contractor, region, and scope.

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How much does a kitchen remodel cost?

A typical kitchen remodel of about 150 sq ft of kitchen runs $12,000–$67,500 depending on finish level. The number mostly hinges on cabinets: stock vs semi-custom vs custom. Here is the typical US range by finish tier:

Finish level Cost per sq ft Typical total (150 sq ft)
Budget $80–$140 $12,000–$21,000
Mid-range $140–$250 $21,000–$37,500
High-end $250–$450 $37,500–$67,500

Typical US figures by finish tier — a planning range, not a quote.

Where the money goes

On a mid-range kitchen remodel (around $29,300), here is roughly how the budget splits across the main line items. Cabinets is the biggest single cost in most kitchen projects.

Line item Share Typical cost
Cabinets 28% $8,200
Labor 18% $5,300
Appliances 14% $4,100
Plumbing & fixtures 12% $3,500
Countertops 11% $3,200
Flooring 8% $2,300
Electrical & lighting 6% $1,800
Permits & misc 3% $900

What drives a kitchen remodel cost

Kitchens are the most expensive room to remodel per square foot because almost everything in them is custom or specialized: cabinets, counters, appliances, plumbing, and electrical all land in one space. A budget refresh keeps the layout and reuses what it can; a high-end remodel moves walls, upgrades to custom cabinetry and stone counters, and adds premium appliances. The single biggest lever is the cabinets, which routinely eat a quarter to a third of the whole budget.

  • ▸Cabinets: stock vs semi-custom vs custom
  • ▸Whether you move plumbing, gas, or walls
  • ▸Countertop material (laminate vs quartz vs stone)
  • ▸Appliance tier and panel-ready integration

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Common questions

How much does a kitchen remodel cost?
A typical kitchen remodel of about 150 sq ft of kitchen runs $12,000–$21,000 for budget work, $21,000–$37,500 mid-range, and $37,500–$67,500 high-end — roughly $12,000 to $67,500 overall. Use the calculator to plug in your exact size and finish level.

What is the average kitchen remodel cost per square foot?
For a kitchen, expect about $80–$140 per sq ft at the budget tier, $140–$250 mid-range, and $250–$450 high-end. At a typical 150 sq ft of kitchen that works out to the totals in the table above.

How accurate is this kitchen estimate?
Treat it as a planning range for a kitchen, not a quote. The per-square-foot figures are typical US kitchen costs by finish tier; your real number swings with whether you move plumbing, gas, or walls, your region, and your contractor. It gets you in the ballpark before you call anyone.

What is the biggest cost in a kitchen remodel?
In a kitchen it is usually cabinets: stock vs semi-custom vs custom — cabinets alone is around 28% of the budget ($8,200 on a mid-range job). The full breakdown above shows where every dollar goes.

How can I lower my kitchen remodel cost?
On a kitchen, keep cabinets modest, reuse the existing layout, and pick budget-tier finishes on the big-ticket items. The fastest way to overspend is whether you move plumbing, gas, or walls — avoid that and you stay in the budget-to-mid range.

Can I see what my kitchen would look like remodeled?
Yes. Our AI redesign tool regenerates a photo of your kitchen in any style so you can see the result before you spend anything.

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