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Kitchen Remodel Cost in 2026

The kitchen is the heart of the home and one of the most expensive rooms to remodel. Price yours below, then compare it with typical scenarios.

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Your kitchen

Size and how far you want to go.

Labor costs differ a lot by state. This adjusts every line.

sq ft

Measure floor area of the kitchen itself. A typical U-shaped kitchen is 120–200 sq ft.

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How big is the project?

Estimated kitchen cost

$36,500

$24,000 – $48,900

Want the line-by-line breakdown, with labor and materials split out for your state? Open the Kitchen Remodel Cost Calculator.

Kitchen remodel cost by scope (150 sq ft)

ScenarioEstimated rangePer sq ft
Cosmetic refreshReface cabinets, new counters; keep layout, appliances and floor$6,900 – $14,000$46–$93
Mid-range remodelStock cabinets, quartz counters, mid-range appliances, vinyl floor$24,000 – $48,900$160–$326
Upscale remodelSemi-custom cabinets, granite, hardwood floor and an island$34,100 – $72,300$227–$482
Full gut, high-endCustom cabinets, premium stone, pro appliances and a new layout$62,200 – $142,000$415–$947

Estimates at national-average pricing, calculated with our own pricing engine and reviewed September 2026. Change the inputs in the calculator to price your exact project.

What drives the cost

  • Cabinets are usually 25–40% of the total; stock to custom can double that line.
  • Moving the sink, range or walls adds $4k–$12k before any finishes are chosen.
  • Labor costs vary far more by state than materials do.
  • Appliance packages range from about $3,000 to $30,000+.

Ways to keep a kitchen remodel affordable

  • Keep the layout. Moving plumbing, gas and walls is the single biggest budget swing.
  • Spend on cabinets and counters, where quality shows, and save on appliances and flooring.
  • Refacing or painting solid cabinet boxes costs a fraction of replacing them.
  • Get at least three itemized quotes so you can compare cabinets, counters and labor line by line.

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