Enter the kitchen and tick what you are replacing. You get what the remodel costs at 2026 prices, by the size of the kitchen and by the jobs on your list.
What it costs
$12,000–$30,000for 120 sq ft at $100–$250 a sq ft · your 8 jobs: $10,510–$38,000
Quick answer: a kitchen remodel costs $100–$250 a square foot of kitchen (This Old House, 2026), so a 10′ × 12′ kitchen runs $12,000–$30,000. Nationally, Angi puts the average around $27,000, with most kitchens between $14,600 and $41,600; Remodeling’s 2025 Cost vs Value report puts a minor remodel around $28,500 and a major upscale one over $160,000.
How to use the kitchen remodel cost calculator
- Enter the kitchen’s length and width. The calculator prices it by the square foot.
- Pick how far the remodel goes: a refresh, a full remodel, or your own list, and tick the jobs: new or refinished cabinets, countertops, appliances, flooring.
- You get the cost by size and what your list of jobs adds up to, side by side with the national figures. Copy link keeps it.
Kitchen remodel cost by size
At This Old House’s $100–$250 a square foot:
| Kitchen | Remodel cost |
|---|---|
| 70 sq ft | $7,000–$17,500 |
| 100 sq ft | $10,000–$25,000 |
| 120 sq ft | $12,000–$30,000 |
| 150 sq ft | $15,000–$37,500 |
| 200 sq ft | $20,000–$50,000 |
The low end is stock cabinets and laminate; the high end custom cabinetry and stone. A small kitchen remodel averages $16,000 and usually runs $9,000–$25,000.
What each job costs
This Old House’s ranges, materials plus installation. Tick the ones you are doing and the calculator adds up the low and the high ends. New and refinished cabinets are one choice.
| Job | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Appliances | $1,000–$15,000 |
| Backsplash | $440–$800 |
| New cabinets | $4,875–$10,000 |
| Refinished cabinets | $900–$5,625 |
| Countertops | $1,485–$4,200 |
| Flooring | $280–$1,200 |
| Lighting | $1,500–$4,500 |
| Paint | $250–$500 |
| Sink and faucet | $680–$1,800 |
Where a kitchen budget goes
| Part | Share of the budget |
|---|---|
| Cabinetry and hardware | 29% |
| Labor and installation | 17% |
| Appliances and ventilation | 14% |
| Countertops | 10% |
| Flooring | 7% |
| Lighting | 5% |
| Walls and ceilings | 5% |
| Design | 4% |
| Doors and windows | 4% |
| Faucets and plumbing | 4% |
| Other | 1% |
Three worked examples
A 10′ × 12′ kitchen, a full remodel. 120 sq ft at $100–$250 is $12,000–$30,000. The full list (new cabinets, countertops, backsplash, sink, lighting, flooring, appliances and paint) adds up to $10,510–$38,000: appliances alone can be $1,000 or $15,000.
A 10′ × 10′ kitchen, a refresh. By size, $10,000–$25,000. A refresh that keeps the layout (refinished cabinets, new countertops, backsplash, sink, lighting, paint) is $5,255–$17,425 of those jobs.
A 12′ × 16′ kitchen, a full remodel. 192 sq ft is $19,200–$48,000 by size, in line with Angi’s national range of $14,600–$41,600 for most kitchens.
Common kitchen remodel budget mistakes
- Moving the sink, range or fridge. Keeping appliances where they are saves the plumbing, gas and electrical runs; This Old House’s experts single it out as a big saving.
- Underestimating cabinets. They are the biggest share of a kitchen budget, 29%. Refinishing them instead of replacing them changes the total more than any other choice.
- Pricing appliances last. The range for appliances is the widest on the list; pick them early.
- One quote. Ask two or three contractors, and compare what each includes.
Changing the layout too? The kitchen layout planner checks the work triangle, and the free 2D room planner draws the new kitchen to scale.
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Kitchen remodel cost questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost?
About $100–$250 a square foot of kitchen (This Old House, 2026): $12,000–$30,000 for a 10′ × 12′ kitchen. Angi’s national average is around $27,000, with most between $14,600 and $41,600.
What is the average cost of a kitchen remodel?
Around $27,000 (Angi, as NerdWallet reported it in January 2026). Remodeling’s 2025 Cost vs Value report puts a minor remodel around $28,500 and a major upscale one over $160,000.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost per square foot?
$100–$250 a square foot, This Old House’s 2026 range: the low end with stock cabinets and laminate, the high end with custom cabinets and natural stone. Smaller kitchens cost more a square foot.
How much does a small kitchen remodel cost?
About $16,000 on average, usually $9,000–$25,000. A 70 sq ft kitchen is $7,000–$17,500 at $100–$250 a square foot.
What is the most expensive part of a kitchen remodel?
The cabinets: 29% of a typical budget, and $4,875–$10,000 installed for new ones. Appliances can cost more if you choose high-end ones ($1,000–$15,000).
Is it cheaper to refinish kitchen cabinets than replace them?
Usually: refinishing runs $900–$5,625 against $4,875–$10,000 for new cabinets installed (This Old House).