Kitchen remodel cost in Colorado
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (120 sq ft)
- $18,400 – $31,400
- Per sq ft
- $149 – $249
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $25,000
- Metros covered
- 7
Colorado prices for kitchen remodel: $18,400 to $31,400 for 120 sq ft, or $149 to $249 per sq ft without the permit. The state midpoint is 0% below the national one. Local wages for carpenters are $30.21 an hour.
Inside Colorado, the metros we cover range from $24,000 (Colorado Springs) to $25,500 (Denver) at the midpoint. Pick your closest city in the table for a tighter number.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Colorado (statewide), standard level
$22,300 to $27,500
About $179 to $219 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 20% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,900 | $20,700 |
| Labor | $4,600 | $5,600 |
| Permits and fees | $820 | $1,250 |
| Total | $22,300 | $27,500 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Colorado
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $14,100 | $18,800 | $23,500 | 75% |
| Labor | $3,850 | $5,100 | $6,400 | 20% |
| Permits and fees | $520 | $1,050 | $1,550 | 4% |
| Total | $18,400 | $24,900 | $31,400 | 100% |
How Colorado compares with nearby states
Colorado ranks 15 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. Colorado sits at $24,900. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wyoming | 120 miles away | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | −4% |
| New Mexico | 340 miles away | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | −4% |
| Utah | 410 miles away | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | −4% |
| South Dakota | 440 miles away | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | −7% |
| Kansas | 450 miles away | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | −6% |
Why two Colorado quotes can differ
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.
Colorado labor market for kitchen remodel
Colorado's labor line is priced from 6 trades, each compared with its US median wage. After weighting by each trade's share of the work, the state comes out at 1.03 times the national level.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $30.21 an hour, 4% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.97 and $35.78 an hour. About 12,740 work in the state. That is 44.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 15%) the local median is $29.92 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.50 and $37.73 an hour. BLS counts 17,010 of them working in the state, 59.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 15% of the weighting: a median of $30.40 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $25.18 and $37.86 an hour. About 10,080 work in the state. That is 35.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044), 10% of the weighting: a median of $27.74 an hour, 4% above the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $17.40 and $34.59 an hour. About 870 work in the state. That is 3.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 2.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $29.70 an hour, which is 5% above the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $23.43 and $33.77 an hour. BLS counts 1,560 of them working in the state, 5.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is about average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $25.47 an hour, 7% above the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.70 and $28.68 an hour. About 3,480 work in the state. That is 12.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($35.78 an hour) would add about $430 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($24.97) would take off about $400. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 2,873,900 jobs across Colorado (May 2025), which is 1.8% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $24.97 | $30.21 | $35.78 | $29.12 | 1.04 | state |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.50 | $29.92 | $37.73 | $30.38 | 0.98 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $25.18 | $30.40 | $37.86 | $30.67 | 0.99 | state |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $17.40 | $27.74 | $34.59 | $26.77 | 1.04 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.43 | $29.70 | $33.77 | $28.33 | 1.05 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $22.70 | $25.47 | $28.68 | $23.75 | 1.07 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.03 | |||||
Other Colorado jobs that often go with kitchen remodel
Each project weights the trades differently, so Colorado's wage level does not push every price by the same amount. Compared with the US midpoint, kitchen cabinets is +1% and kitchen backsplash +1%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,250 – $14,200 | +1% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,750 – $23,500 | +1% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,550 – $15,100 | +1% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $38,400 – $77,800 | +1% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $940 – $2,800 | +1% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | +1% |
Basic, standard or premium: Colorado prices
Bands overlap on purpose, since a good standard job can cost as much as a light premium one. Below are the three bands for the default size, then a grid from small kitchen (100 sq ft) to large kitchen (300 sq ft).
Basic
$18,400 to $23,600
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$22,300 to $27,500
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$26,200 to $31,400
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $15,400 – $19,800 | $18,700 – $23,100 | $22,000 – $26,400 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $18,400 – $23,600 | $22,300 – $27,500 | $26,200 – $31,400 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $30,400 – $38,700 | $36,700 – $45,000 | $42,900 – $51,300 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $45,300 – $57,700 | $54,600 – $66,900 | $63,800 – $76,200 |
Which Colorado city is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
1 of the 7 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $24,900, and the top-to-bottom gap is 6%. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | $18,900 – $32,100 | $25,500 | +2% |
| Boulder, CO | $18,000 – $30,700 | $24,400 | −2% |
| Fort Collins, CO | $17,900 – $30,400 | $24,200 | −3% |
| Greeley, CO | $17,800 – $30,400 | $24,100 | −3% |
| Grand Junction, CO | $17,800 – $30,300 | $24,100 | −3% |
| Pueblo, CO | $17,800 – $30,200 | $24,000 | −4% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | $17,800 – $30,300 | $24,000 | −4% |
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Kitchen remodel in Colorado: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Colorado?
$18,400 to $31,400 for 120 sq ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Colorado can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Colorado is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
Colorado Springs at about $24,000 (midpoint, 120 sq ft). The priciest is Denver at $25,500.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Colorado than the US average?
It is 0% cheaper: $24,900 against $25,000 for 120 sq ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Colorado?
About 20% ($5,100). Materials are 75%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 1.03x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Colorado?
The BLS statewide median is $30.21 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.97 to $35.78.
+Where does Colorado rank for kitchen remodel costs?
15th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $24,900 for 120 sq ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Colorado?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $18,400 to $23,600 and premium work $26,200 to $31,400. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel by city in Colorado
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.