How much does kitchen remodeling cost in 2026?
Reviewed 2026-10-13 by the Vetted Home Pros team. Figures are national ranges from our partner network and public pricing data, not quotes.
Kitchen remodel pricing swings more than any other home project, because the scope ranges from new counters to moving walls. The figures below are typical national ranges for a mid-size kitchen and are not quotes. Your vetted pro gives you a written price after an in-home design visit.
Typical price ranges
| Project | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Minor update (paint, hardware, counters, backsplash) | $10,000 to $25,000 | Keeps the cabinets and layout; fastest turnaround |
| Mid-range remodel, same layout | $25,000 to $60,000 | New cabinets, counters, appliances and flooring |
| Major remodel with a layout change | $60,000 to $120,000+ | Moving plumbing, gas, electrical or walls; permits and inspections |
| Cabinet refacing | $5,000 to $15,000 | New doors and veneer on existing boxes |
| New cabinets, installed | $8,000 to $30,000 | Stock, semi-custom and custom are very different prices |
| Quartz or granite countertops (40 sq ft) | $2,500 to $6,000 | Slab grade, edge profile and cutouts move the number |
What moves the price
- Layout changes (plumbing, gas, electrical, walls)
- Cabinet grade: stock, semi-custom or custom
- Countertop material
- Appliance package
- Flooring, lighting and backsplash
- Permits, inspections and design fees
How to get an accurate number
Online calculators guess. The only accurate price is a written quote after an on-site inspection by a licensed, insured kitchen remodeler. We match you with one we have already screened, free, and you can ask for one more quote to compare. Start your match.
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What does a kitchen remodel cost?
A mid-range remodel that keeps the layout typically runs $25,000 to $60,000 nationally. Minor updates start around $10,000 and layout changes can pass $100,000. Your pro gives you an exact written price after a design visit.
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