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Kitchen Remodel Cost Calculator

Estimate a realistic planning range from kitchen size, finish level, project scope, and local cost conditions—with a category-by-category budget breakdown.

Project Parameters

sq ft

Instant Estimate

Planning Budget Range
$33,000–$63,000

Cabinetry & Installation

$14,400

Countertops & Backsplash

$6,720

Appliances

$7,680

Flooring, Lighting & Finishes

$7,200

Labor, Trades & Project Costs

$12,000
Estimated Total Project Cost$33,000 – $63,000

Estimates use standard building formulas. Verify with an on-site contractor.

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Guide

How to create a kitchen remodeling budget

Kitchen costs vary more by scope and product level than by floor area alone. Use this range for early planning, then replace allowances with local written quotes.

1

Measure the kitchen

Use the finished floor area and note cabinet wall lengths separately when obtaining supplier quotes.

2

Define scope honestly

Keeping the layout is materially different from moving plumbing, gas, electrical service, walls, or windows.

3

Add contingency

Reserve 10–20% for concealed damage, code upgrades, substitutions, and changes after demolition.

Mathematics

Formulas used

Planning Range

Kitchen Area × Quality Rate × Scope Factor × Regional Factor

Creates a broad early-stage range rather than a contractor quotation.

Contingency

Base Budget × 10–20%

A separate reserve for unknown conditions and approved changes.

Answers & FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What is the most expensive part of a kitchen remodel?▼

Cabinetry and its installation are commonly the largest category, followed by labor, appliances, and countertops.

Does changing the kitchen layout cost more?▼

Usually. Moving plumbing, electrical circuits, gas lines, ventilation, walls, or openings adds design, permit, labor, and repair costs.

Is this estimate a contractor quote?▼

No. It is an early planning range. Obtain itemized local quotes before committing to a budget.

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