Kitchen remodel cost in Arkansas
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (120 sq ft)
- $16,700 – $28,400
- Per sq ft
- $135 – $225
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $25,000
- Metros covered
- 4
Across Arkansas, a kitchen remodel costs about $16,700 to $28,400 for 120 sq ft. Statewide, that midpoint is 10% below the US figure of $25,000. Carpenters earn a median $22.96 an hour in Arkansas (US: $29.12).
Inside Arkansas, the metros we cover range from $22,300 (Jonesboro) to $22,700 (Fayetteville) at the midpoint. Pick your closest city in the table for a tighter number.
Estimate your kitchen remodel cost
Pick a size, a quality level and where you live. Prices update as you type.
Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Arkansas (statewide), standard level
$20,200 to $24,900
About $162 to $198 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 17% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,000 | $19,600 |
| Labor | $3,450 | $4,250 |
| Permits and fees | $700 | $1,050 |
| Total | $20,200 | $24,900 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Arkansas
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,400 | $17,800 | $22,300 | 79% |
| Labor | $2,900 | $3,850 | $4,800 | 17% |
| Permits and fees | $430 | $870 | $1,300 | 4% |
| Total | $16,700 | $22,500 | $28,400 | 100% |
Quality levels and sizes in Arkansas
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Arkansas wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$16,700 to $21,300
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$20,200 to $24,900
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$23,700 to $28,400
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,000 – $17,900 | $16,900 – $20,900 | $19,900 – $23,900 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $16,700 – $21,300 | $20,200 – $24,900 | $23,700 – $28,400 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $27,500 – $35,100 | $33,200 – $40,700 | $38,800 – $46,400 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $41,000 – $52,200 | $49,400 – $60,600 | $57,800 – $68,900 |
Which Arkansas city is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
1 of the 4 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $22,500, and the top-to-bottom gap is 1%. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (120 sq ft) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville, AR | $16,800 – $28,600 | $22,700 | +1% |
| Little Rock, AR | $16,700 – $28,400 | $22,500 | level |
| Fort Smith, AR | $16,500 – $28,100 | $22,300 | −1% |
| Jonesboro, AR | $16,500 – $28,100 | $22,300 | −1% |
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Arkansas
Scope
A full kitchen update is $15,000-$50,000, a large remodel $50,000-$70,000+, and a partial refresh $60-$150 per square foot (HomeGuide).
Cabinets
In a 10x10 kitchen, cabinets alone are $3,000-$11,000 for stock or semi-custom and up to $26,500 for fully custom.
Counters
New countertops are $50-$150 per square foot installed; HomeGuide gives $1,500-$6,000 for an average kitchen.
Structure
Moving or removing walls can need a structural engineer at $1,900-$3,700+.
Permit
Kitchen remodel permits are $500-$1,500 and are usually based on project value.
What carpenters and the other trades earn in Arkansas
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 6 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 0.77 for Arkansas.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $22.96 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.93 and $27.65 an hour. BLS counts 4,030 of them working in the state, 30.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 15% of the weighting: a median of $23.59 an hour, 22% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $18.54 and $29.99 an hour. About 7,500 work in the state. That is 57.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 15%) the local median is $23.39 an hour, which is 24% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $18.82 and $29.12 an hour. BLS counts 3,370 of them working in the state, 25.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is about average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 10%) the local median is $18.74 an hour, which is 30% below the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $17.62 and $21.63 an hour. BLS counts 160 of them working in the state, 1.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $21.42 an hour, 24% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $17.82 and $22.65 an hour. About 240 work in the state. That is 1.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $19.28 an hour, which is 19% below the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $17.76 and $22.85 an hour. BLS counts 890 of them working in the state, 6.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($27.65 an hour) would add about $360 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($19.93) would take off about $230. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 1,303,630 jobs across Arkansas (May 2025), which is 0.8% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $19.93 | $22.96 | $27.65 | $29.12 | 0.79 | state |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $18.54 | $23.59 | $29.99 | $30.38 | 0.78 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $18.82 | $23.39 | $29.12 | $30.67 | 0.76 | state |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $17.62 | $18.74 | $21.63 | $26.77 | 0.70 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $17.82 | $21.42 | $22.65 | $28.33 | 0.76 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $17.76 | $19.28 | $22.85 | $23.75 | 0.81 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.77 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Arkansas
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Arkansas wages and prices. Against national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (−10%) and shower pan lowest (−19%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,750 – $11,900 | −14% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $3,950 – $19,500 | −16% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,000 – $13,500 | −10% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $31,800 – $64,500 | −16% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $710 – $2,300 | −19% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $250 – $1,250 | −16% |
Arkansas against its neighbors
Arkansas ranks 51 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for kitchen remodel, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $29,500 and the cheapest Arkansas at $22,500, both for 120 sq ft at the midpoint. Arkansas sits at $22,500. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma | 220 miles away | $16,900 – $28,800 | $22,900 | +2% |
| Missouri | 230 miles away | $18,100 – $30,700 | $24,400 | +8% |
| Kansas | 280 miles away | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +4% |
| Mississippi | 330 miles away | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,200 | +3% |
| Tennessee | 360 miles away | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +4% |
Get 3 local quotes
Tell us about the job and we will try to connect you with up to three local contractors for written quotes. It is free and you are under no obligation to hire. Your estimate of $20,200 to $24,900 for Arkansas is attached.
A detailed PDF report of this estimate, $9
The report lays out the kitchen remodel numbers for Arkansas line by line, with the local wage and price inputs, permit and timing notes, a quote comparison sheet and the full method. Save your estimate above, preview page 1 free, and unlock the full report for $9 one-time, or get every report with CostLocal Pro.
Kitchen remodel in Arkansas: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Arkansas?
$16,700 to $28,400 for 120 sq ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Arkansas can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Arkansas is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
Jonesboro at about $22,300 (midpoint, 120 sq ft). The priciest is Fayetteville at $22,700.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Arkansas than the US average?
It is 10% cheaper: $22,500 against $25,000 for 120 sq ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Arkansas?
About 17% ($3,850). Materials are 79%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 0.77x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Arkansas?
The BLS statewide median is $22.96 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.93 to $27.65.
+Where does Arkansas rank for kitchen remodel costs?
51st most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $22,500 for 120 sq ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Arkansas?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $16,700 to $21,300 and premium work $23,700 to $28,400. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel by city in Arkansas
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Cost to Renovate: Renovation Labor Report 2026: Where the Money Goes (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
Note on derived figures: Materials = 70% of the low installed price and 85% of the high one, from HomeGuide's statement that professional labor is 15-30% of a kitchen remodeling budget. Cost to Renovate's mid-range kitchen split (45% labor, 50% materials) sits inside that band.