Kitchen Remodel Cost Calculator
Kitchen remodel cost = sq ft × $/ft² (basic / mid-range / luxury) + appliance package.
Result
Estimated total
$37,088
Base $32,250 + 15% contingency.
- Kitchen size150 ft²
- Tier rate$175/ft²
- Construction cost$26,250
- Appliance package$6,000
- Subtotal$32,250
- Contingency$4,838
- Total$37,088
Step-by-step
- Construction = 150 ft² × $175/ft² = $26,250.
- Subtotal = construction + appliances = $32,250.
- Total with 15% contingency = $37,088.
How to use this calculator
- Measure kitchen footprint in ft² (length × width).
- Pick tier matching your finish quality.
- Estimate appliance budget separately.
- Keep contingency at 10-20% — kitchens hide problems.
About this calculator
NKBA and HomeAdvisor data put kitchen remodels at roughly $75/ft² (basic refresh — paint, hardware, laminate counter), $175/ft² (mid — semi-custom cabinets, quartz, tile floor), and $400/ft²+ (luxury — custom cabinets, slab counters, designer fixtures). Appliances are tracked separately because tier choice (Frigidaire vs. Sub-Zero) doesn't scale with kitchen size. Always carry 15% contingency — kitchens uncover the most surprises (rotted subfloor, outdated wiring, hidden plumbing).
Frequently asked
NKBA defines them: basic (cosmetic), mid-range (cabinet/counter replacement), and luxury (full custom). They differ 5×+ in price.
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