Kitchen Remodel Cost Calculator

A typical midrange kitchen remodel runs about $150–$300 per square foot — roughly $22,000–$45,000 for a standard 150 sq ft kitchen. Budget refreshes (paint, hardware, counters, stock fixes) can land near $75–$150/sq ft, while upscale remodels with custom cabinetry and premium appliances run $300–$600/sq ft and beyond. Layout changes and appliance packages add thousands more.

Changing the layout — moving plumbing, gas lines, or load-bearing elements — is the biggest multiplier, typically $4,000–$12,000 extra. Custom cabinetry is usually the largest single line item (often 25–30% of total), followed by appliance packages ($4,000–$15,000). Keeping the existing footprint is the best cost control.

Minor kitchen updates historically recoup more of their cost at resale than full gut renovations — sellers usually shouldn't do a major remodel just to list. Paint, hardware, lighting, counters, and staging deliver most of the visual impact. If the kitchen is dated, consider showing buyers its potential with an AI cabinet refresh render instead of construction.

It uses 2026 national-average cost ranges per square foot by quality tier plus typical add-on costs. Actual bids vary by market, materials, and what's behind the walls. Use the output as a planning range and collect 2–3 local contractor bids before committing a budget.