Sourced 2026 cost data · adjusted to your metro area
Home Renovation
Cost Calculator
Estimate 22 home improvement projects, from a kitchen remodel to a new roof. Every figure comes from a named, dated source, and the labor share adjusts to construction wages in your state or one of 387 metro areas. Pick a project, enter your numbers, then print the estimate or check it against your budget.
Kitchen Remodel Cost Calculator
Length × width of the floor. The average U.S. kitchen is 160–180 sq ft (Fixr).
Sets the choices below to a typical job. Change any of them afterwards.
Installed prices from Fixr, January 2026.
Measure each cabinet run along the wall and add the island. Leave blank to use Fixr's size table: 29 ft for 170 sq ft.
Installed, per sq ft of counter surface (Fixr, January 2026).
Each run: length × depth in inches ÷ 144, plus the island top. Fixr's typical kitchen: 35 sq ft.
Fridge, range or oven, dishwasher and built-in microwave.
Installed, priced over the whole kitchen floor area.
Adjusts the labor share by local construction wages (BLS, May 2025).
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Estimated kitchen remodel cost
$30,700
Typical range $13,400 – $47,950
Cost per sq ft
$180.59
Where the money goes
- Semi-custom cabinets, installed $150–$650 per linear ft × 29 ft$4,350 – $18,850
- Granite countertops, installed $40–$150 per sq ft × 35 sq ft$1,400 – $5,250
- Standard appliance package Fridge, range or oven, dishwasher, built-in microwave$2,500 – $7,000
- Luxury vinyl plank flooring, installed $5–$13 per sq ft × 170 sq ft$850 – $2,200
- Backsplash Fixr: most pay $500–$1,500$500 – $1,500
- Stainless sink + faucet Sink $200–$1,500 + faucet $300–$800, installed$500 – $2,300
- Lighting Fixr average for a kitchen remodel$1,350 – $1,350
- Plumbing & electrical work Move, install or replace fixtures$1,000 – $4,000
- Permits Fixr: $450–$2,500$450 – $2,500
- Demolition & debris removal Whole room, labor included$500 – $3,000
National average. Pick your state and metro area to adjust the labor share (about 55% of this job) to local wages. Get three written quotes before you commit to a budget.
Every line is priced from Fixr's 2025–2026 cost guides (kitchen remodel, cabinet installation, refacing, cabinet painting, countertops, sinks, interior demolition). Labor is 50–60% of a kitchen remodel according to Fixr; the location setting scales 55% of the cost by local construction wages. Excludes an island, an interior designer and a contingency; Fixr advises holding back 5–10% for surprises.
Prices by size and material, what's included, permits and every source: Kitchen remodel cost guide.
Process
Three Steps to Your Budget
Select Your Project
Pick one of 22 projects: rooms, floors and walls, roof and exterior, heating, wiring and plumbing.
Enter Your Details
Size, materials and scope, plus your state and metro area so the labor share matches local construction wages.
Use the Estimate
See where the money goes line by line, check it against your budget, print it or download it before you ask for quotes.
Tools
Popular Calculators
Kitchen Remodel
Cabinets, countertops, appliances, flooring and labor by kitchen size and finish.
Bathroom & Shower Remodel
Whole-bathroom remodels by size and scope, or a shower-only remodel.
Basement Finishing
Framing, insulation, drywall, flooring and electrical, with bathroom and egress add-ons.
Whole House Renovation
Every room and system, priced by square footage, scope and finish.
Roof Replacement
Asphalt, metal, tile and slate, with tear-off, decking and steep-roof costs.
Flooring Installation
Hardwood, engineered, laminate, vinyl plank, tile, carpet and bamboo.
Insulation
Attic, walls, crawl space and basement, by material and target R-value.
HVAC Replacement
Central AC, furnace, heat pump and mini-split by home size and efficiency.
Siding Replacement
Vinyl, fiber cement, wood, metal and stucco by wall area.
Common Questions
Renovation Cost FAQ
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in 2026?
Fixr (January 2026) puts the national average at about $27,000, with most kitchens between $15,000 and $45,000. Scope drives most of the spread: a cosmetic refresh runs $10,000–$25,000, a mid-range remodel that keeps the layout $25,000–$60,000, and a high-end remodel $60,000–$130,000. The kitchen calculator prices cabinets, countertops, appliances and flooring for your size and location.
How much does a bathroom renovation cost?
Fixr (January 2026) puts most bathroom remodels at $6,000–$18,000, about $12,000 on average. A minor refresh runs $2,400–$10,000 and a full gut $9,000–$30,000 or more. A shower-only remodel is priced separately in the bathroom calculator.
Are these renovation cost calculators free?
Yes. All 22 calculators are free to use, with no sign-up and no email required.
Where do the numbers come from?
Each calculator lists its sources and their dates at the bottom of the page: national cost guides such as Fixr and This Old House, manufacturer and code documents where they apply, and, for the state adjustment, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics May 2025 wage data for construction occupations. The results are planning estimates, not quotes; get at least three written bids on the same scope.
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