Kitchen Remodel Calculator

Kitchen Size (ft²)

Average US kitchen: 100-200 ft²

Home Value (for ROI)

Remodel Level

Project Scope

Cabinets

Replacement or refacing of kitchen cabinets

$10,000 – $18,750

Countertops

New countertop surfaces (laminate to granite/quartz)

$3,750 – $7,500

Flooring

Kitchen floor replacement (vinyl to hardwood/tile)

$2,500 – $5,000

Appliances

New kitchen appliances package

$5,000 – $10,000

Plumbing

Sink, faucet, disposal, dishwasher hookup

$1,875 – $3,750

Electrical

Outlets, circuits, panel upgrades

$1,500 – $3,125

Backsplash

Tile or other backsplash material

$1,250 – $3,125

Lighting

Recessed, pendant, under-cabinet lighting

$1,000 – $2,500

Painting & Drywall

Walls, ceiling, trim painting and repairs

$875 – $1,875

Estimated Total Kitchen Remodel Cost

$41,688

Range: $27,750 – $55,625

$278/ft² · Mid-Range level · 9 items

Cost Breakdown

Cabinets$14,375

Countertops$5,625

Flooring$3,750

Appliances$7,500

Plumbing$2,813

Electrical$2,313

Backsplash$2,188

Lighting$1,750

Painting & Drywall$1,375

Total$41,688

Labor 36% ($15,116)

Material 64% ($26,572)

ROI & Resale Value

Estimated Resale Value Increase

$25,013 – $33,350

Return on Investment (ROI)

60% – 80%

Cost as % of Home Value

10.4%

Experts recommend spending 5-15% of home value on a kitchen remodel

National Average ROI by Level

Budget

70-85%

Mid-Range

60-80%

Upscale

50-70%

Luxury

40-60%

Disclaimer: These estimates are based on national average costs and may vary significantly by location, contractor, materials chosen, and project complexity. ROI figures are based on industry data from Remodeling Magazine's Cost vs. Value Report and may not reflect your local market. Always get multiple quotes from licensed contractors and consult a real estate professional for accurate resale value assessments.