Kitchen Remodel Cost Calculator: Estimate kitchen renovation costs by size, remodel level, and region with ROI projections. The Kitchen Remodel Cost Calculator estimates kitchen renovation costs based on your kitchen size, remodel level (budget to luxury), geographic region, and specific scope of work. It provides a detailed cost breakdown, regional adjustments, and ROI projections.
Estimate your kitchen renovation costs instantly. Get a detailed breakdown by category, regional price adjustments, and ROI projections to plan your remodel with confidence.
Average US kitchen: 100-200 sq ft
Selected scope: 100% of full remodel
Estimated Total Cost
$21,375 – $35,625
Mid-Range remodel · 150 sq ft · Southeast
National Average
$22,500 – $37,500
Region Adjustment
-5%
| Item | Qty | Est. Cost | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cabinets & Hardware | |||
| Cabinets | 41 | $5,863 – $13,653 | |
| Cabinet hardware | 1 | $190 – $475 | |
| Countertops | |||
| Countertops | 38 | $1,444 – $2,698 | |
| Backsplash | 18 | $252 – $594 | |
| Flooring | |||
| Flooring | 150 | $1,050 – $1,950 | |
| Appliances | |||
| Appliance package | 1 | $3,800 – $7,600 | |
| Sink & faucet | 1 | $475 – $1,140 | |
| Lighting | |||
| Lighting fixtures | 1 | $570 – $1,425 | |
| Paint & Trim | |||
| Paint & trim | 1 | $665 – $1,425 | |
| Demolition | |||
| Demolition & haul-away | 1 | $1,140 – $2,375 | |
| Labor | |||
| Installation labor | 1 | $6,650 – $14,250 | |
| Permits & Fees | |||
| Building permits | 1 | $475 – $1,140 | |
| Grand Total | $22,574 – $48,725 | ||
Estimates are for planning purposes only. Actual costs vary by contractor, material availability, and local conditions. Take this list to contractors to request itemized bids.
ROI Range
70–80%
Value Added (Low)
$19,950
Value Added (High)
$22,800
Based on national averages from NARI and Remodeling Magazine's Cost vs. Value report. Actual ROI depends on market conditions and quality of work.
Input your kitchen size, choose a remodel level from budget to luxury, and select your region for accurate pricing.
Toggle individual items — cabinets, countertops, appliances, flooring — to see how each choice impacts the total.
Get a full cost breakdown, regional adjustments, ROI projections, and personalized money-saving tips.
“How much does a kitchen remodel cost?” is the #1 question homeowners ask before starting a renovation — and for good reason. Kitchen remodels are the most expensive home improvement project most people will ever undertake. Our free calculator gives you an instant, data-driven estimate based on your kitchen size, desired quality level, specific scope of work, and regional labor and material costs.
Kitchen renovation costs span an enormous range. A budget cosmetic refresh (painting cabinets, new hardware, updated lighting) runs $75-$150 per square foot, while a luxury gut renovation with custom cabinetry and professional-grade appliances can reach $400-$600 per square foot. The key is matching your investment level to your goals — whether you are remodeling for daily enjoyment, preparing to sell, or maximizing rental property value.
Cabinets and hardware consume the largest share of any kitchen budget at roughly 35%. Labor costs account for 25%, appliances 15%, countertops 10%, other items (permits, plumbing, electrical) 8%, and flooring 7%. Understanding this breakdown helps you make strategic trade-offs. For example, choosing semi-custom cabinets over full custom saves 40-60% on your biggest line item, freeing budget for a premium countertop or better appliances.
A kitchen remodel in San Francisco costs 30% more than the same remodel in Dallas. Pacific and Northeast states consistently run 25-30% above the national average due to higher labor rates and stricter building codes, while South Central and Midwest states are 10-15% below average. Our calculator applies region-specific multipliers so you get pricing relevant to your market, not just a national average that may be off by thousands.
Kitchens are one of the highest-ROI home improvements, but only when done strategically. Minor kitchen remodels recoup 85-96% of costs at resale, while major luxury renovations return only 45-55%. The sweet spot for most homeowners — especially those planning to sell within 3-5 years — is a mid-range remodel focused on high-visibility upgrades that appeal to the broadest range of buyers.
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Key facts
Scope first: keeping the layout and replacing surfaces costs a fraction of moving plumbing, gas and walls. Then cabinets, which are often the largest single line, then countertops, appliances and labor, which varies by region. The calculator prices by size, remodel level and region so the estimate reflects those choices.
A kitchen in line with the neighborhood adds value; a kitchen priced far above it rarely returns its full cost. Minor remodels tend to recover a higher share of their cost than major ones. For a listing, small updates (paint, hardware, lighting, counters) usually beat a full renovation on return.
Last reviewed September 8, 2026 by the EstatePass editorial team. Formulas and program limits are checked against the published rules; figures on this page are arithmetic, not market statistics.
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