Kitchen remodeling costs typically range from $20,000 to $100,000, depending on the size of the kitchen, the scope of the project, and the materials and finishes selected. A smaller renovation that keeps the existing layout may fall near the lower end of this range, while a larger project involving custom cabinetry, premium appliances, structural changes, and upgraded finishes can exceed $100,000.

Every kitchen is different, which makes it difficult to provide an accurate estimate based on square footage alone. The number of cabinets, size of the island, appliance selections, countertop material, layout changes, and amount of plumbing or electrical work can all influence the final price.

The most accurate way to establish a realistic kitchen remodeling budget is to consider each part of the project individually.

What Is the Average Cost of a Kitchen Remodel?

Kitchen remodeling projects can generally be divided into three price categories:

$20,000 to $40,000: Smaller or Limited Remodel

A remodel within this range may include:

Replacing some or all of the cabinetry
Keeping the existing kitchen layout
Installing new countertops
Updating the sink, faucet, and hardware
Replacing some appliances
Making limited electrical or plumbing changes
Selecting practical, moderately priced finishes

Projects near the lower end of the overall price range generally involve smaller kitchens and fewer changes. Keeping the sink, appliances, walls, and windows in their existing locations can reduce the amount of additional construction required.

The exact amount of work possible within this range will depend heavily on the size of the kitchen and the cabinetry, appliances, and materials selected.

$40,000 to $70,000: Complete Kitchen Remodel

This budget range may include:

New cabinetry throughout the kitchen
Cabinet installation
New countertops and backsplash
New flooring
Updated appliances
Plumbing and electrical work
Improved lighting
Minor layout changes
Demolition and project management

This range typically gives homeowners more flexibility to improve how the kitchen looks and functions. It may allow for better storage, a redesigned island, upgraded finishes, new appliances, or moderate changes to the existing layout.

The total cost will still depend on the amount of cabinetry required and the level of materials selected. A moderately sized kitchen with custom features may cost as much as a larger kitchen with simpler finishes.

$70,000 to $100,000 or More: Large or Highly Customized Remodel

Larger and more detailed projects may include:

Full custom cabinetry
A large kitchen island
Premium appliances
Structural or wall changes
Custom cabinet finishes
Decorative wood hoods
Built-in appliance panels
New windows or doors
Extensive plumbing and electrical changes
Premium countertops and flooring
Detailed interior cabinet accessories

The cost can exceed $100,000 when the kitchen is especially large, the layout is being completely redesigned, or the homeowner selects highly customized materials and appliances.

Removing walls, relocating utilities, installing built-in appliances, and adding architectural cabinet details can increase both material and labor costs. Large kitchens may also require substantially more cabinetry, countertop material, flooring, and installation time.

Why Is the Kitchen Remodeling Cost Range So Wide?

The difference between a $20,000 kitchen remodel and a $100,000 kitchen remodel is usually the result of several decisions rather than one individual selection.

Two kitchens of a similar size can have very different costs. One homeowner may keep the existing layout and select practical finishes, while another may relocate appliances, remove walls, install full custom cabinetry, and select premium materials.

The total investment is commonly affected by:

The size and configuration of the kitchen
The amount and type of cabinetry
Stock, semi-custom, or full custom construction
The quality of the cabinet finish
The size and complexity of the island
Countertop and backsplash selections
Appliance brands and configurations
Flooring materials
Plumbing and electrical requirements
Structural or layout changes
Installation and project management

This is why a general price range should be treated as a starting point. A more personalized estimate must account for the actual kitchen and the work the homeowner wants to complete.

What Takes Up the Largest Portion of a Kitchen Remodeling Budget?

Cabinetry is often the largest individual investment in a kitchen remodel. In Eleet’s preliminary estimating model, cabinetry and installation are budgeted at approximately 40% of the total remodeling cost.

The remaining budget is typically divided among several other categories:

Appliances
Countertops
Flooring
Plumbing
Electrical work
Lighting
Windows
Demolition
Installation and project management

The percentage assigned to each category will vary from one project to another. A homeowner who keeps existing appliances may be able to direct more of the budget toward cabinetry and countertops. Another homeowner may choose professional-grade appliances, which can significantly increase the appliance portion of the project.

The scope of the remodel also matters. If the project only includes cabinetry and countertops, those categories will represent a much larger percentage of the total. If the kitchen is being completely renovated, the budget must be distributed across more materials and trades.

Does the Cost Include Cabinet Installation?

When comparing kitchen remodeling estimates, it is important to understand exactly what is included. A cabinetry price may cover only the cabinets, while another estimate may also include delivery, installation, project management, moldings, finished panels, cabinet hardware, and interior accessories.

Eleet’s cabinet estimates include installation. The complete kitchen remodeling estimate also considers the other major parts of the project so homeowners can see more than the cost of the cabinetry alone.

Final pricing depends on verified measurements, the completed design, appliance specifications, material selections, site conditions, and the exact work included in the project.

How Can You Estimate the Cost of Your Kitchen Remodel?

General cost ranges are useful for early planning, but they cannot account for the actual size, layout, and cabinetry visible in a specific kitchen.

Eleet Fine American Cabinetry offers an AI-powered kitchen remodeling estimator that allows homeowners to upload one photo of their existing kitchen and receive a personalized preliminary estimate within seconds.

The estimate includes:

A personalized cabinetry estimate
Cabinet installation
An estimated total kitchen remodeling range
An itemized breakdown of the major trades involved
Estimated allowances for appliances, countertops, flooring, plumbing, electrical work, lighting, windows, and demolition

The tool provides a practical starting point for understanding the potential cost before beginning the complete design process. It is not a final proposal. Final pricing can only be determined after measurements, material selections, appliance specifications, site conditions, and design details have been confirmed.

Get a Personalized Kitchen Remodeling Estimate

A kitchen remodel will typically cost between $20,000 and $100,000, although large or highly customized projects can exceed that range. The final cost depends on the kitchen’s size, the scope of work, the amount and quality of cabinetry, the selected materials, the appliances, and any changes made to the existing layout.

Instead of relying entirely on a national average, homeowners should begin with an estimate based on their actual kitchen.

Upload one photo of your kitchen to the Eleet Quick Price estimating tool to receive a personalized remodeling estimate and an itemized breakdown of the major project categories within seconds.

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