How to use the kitchen remodel cost calculator
- Measure the kitchen. Enter the floor length and width in feet. Many US kitchens are 100 to 200 sq ft; a 10 × 15 ft kitchen is 150 sq ft.
- Choose the remodel level. A refresh keeps the cabinet boxes and layout. A mid-range remodel replaces cabinets, counters, appliances and flooring. A high-end remodel uses custom cabinetry, stone surfaces and professional appliances.
- Pick your area. Labor in large coastal metros often runs 25% or more above the national average.
- Tick any layout changes. Moving plumbing or gas, adding an island and removing a wall are the biggest add-ons.
How the estimate works
Every kitchen remodel has costs that stay about the same whatever the size (sink, faucet, appliance hook-ups, permits, design) plus costs that grow with the room (cabinet runs, counters, flooring, drywall, paint). The calculator adds both:
The breakdown uses the typical share of a kitchen budget published by the National Kitchen and Bath Association: cabinets about 29%, installation labor about 17%, appliances about 14% and countertops about 10%. Flooring, lighting, walls, windows and plumbing make up the rest.
Kitchen remodel cost by size and level
| Level | 7 × 10 ft (70 sq ft) | 10 × 15 ft (150 sq ft) | 12.5 × 20 ft (250 sq ft) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh | $6,800 - $14,300 | $10,000 - $21,500 | $14,000 - $30,500 |
| Mid-range | $19,000 - $32,600 | $27,000 - $47,000 | $37,000 - $65,000 |
| High-end | $44,000 - $74,500 | $60,000 - $102,500 | $80,000 - $137,500 |
Average US area, no layout changes. Typical 2025-2026 ranges for work done by a contractor.
Worked example
A 10 × 15 ft kitchen (150 sq ft) with a mid-range remodel in an average-cost area costs about $27,000 to $47,000, with a typical budget of $37,000 (about $247 per square foot). Of that, cabinets take about $10,730, labor about $6,290, appliances about $5,180 and countertops about $3,700. Adding an island brings the typical budget to about $43,500.
Ways to keep the cost down
- Keep the layout. Leaving the sink, range and dishwasher where they are avoids new drain, gas and electrical runs.
- Reface instead of replace. If the cabinet boxes are sound, new doors and drawer fronts cost far less than new cabinets.
- Mix materials. Stone on the island and a lower-cost surface on the perimeter counters looks high-end for less.
- Order extra flooring and tile once. Work out quantities with the tile calculator and the square footage calculator so you buy one matching batch.
Planning several projects? Compare with the bathroom remodel cost calculator, see funding options with the HELOC calculator and fit the payments into your monthly budget.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost?
For a typical 150 sq ft kitchen, expect about $10,000 to $21,500 for a refresh, $27,000 to $47,000 for a mid-range remodel and $60,000 or more for a high-end remodel, before layout changes.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost per square foot?
Mid-range kitchen remodels typically land around $200 to $370 per square foot, including cabinets, counters, appliances and labor. Small kitchens cost more per square foot because sinks, appliances and hook-ups cost the same whatever the size.
What is the most expensive part of a kitchen remodel?
Cabinets, at roughly 29% of a typical budget, followed by labor and appliances. Moving plumbing or removing a wall are the most expensive layout changes.
How long does a kitchen remodel take?
A refresh can take one to two weeks. A full mid-range remodel usually takes 6 to 12 weeks including ordering cabinets, longer when permits or custom parts are involved.
How much contingency should I add?
Add 10% to 20% to the estimate. Older homes often hide outdated wiring, plumbing or water damage that only shows up once the old cabinets come out.
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Last updated October 2026.