Kitchen remodel cost in Palm Bay, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,400 – $29,700
- Per sq ft
- $141 – $235
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #191
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to remodel a kitchen in Palm Bay, plan on $17,400 to $29,700 for 120 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $141 to $235 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 6% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $22.97 an hour in the Palm Bay area, 21% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Palm Bay, FL, standard level
$21,100 to $26,000
About $169 to $207 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 18% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $20,100 |
| Labor | $3,800 | $4,650 |
| Permits and fees | $800 | $1,200 |
| Total | $21,100 | $26,000 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Palm Bay, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,700 | $18,300 | $22,900 | 78% |
| Labor | $3,200 | $4,250 | $5,300 | 18% |
| Permits and fees | $500 | $1,000 | $1,500 | 4% |
| Total | $17,400 | $23,500 | $29,700 | 100% |
Where the Palm Bay price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 6 trades: carpenters at 45%, electricians at 15%, plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters at 15%, tile and stone setters at 10%, drywall and ceiling tile installers at 10%, painters, construction and maintenance at 5%. Weighted together, Palm Bay wages are 0.85 times the national level. Labor makes up about 18% of the midpoint estimate (20% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Palm Bay metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 120 sq ft comes to $18,300, compared with $19,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.0) and land at $500 to $1,500.
Palm Bay labor market for kitchen remodel
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 6 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Palm Bay is 0.85 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $22.97 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.09 and $27.83 an hour. BLS counts 680 of them working in the area, 27.7 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 $28.10 an hour, 8% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.54 and $29.95 an hour. About 1,220 work in the metro. That is 49.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 15%) the local median is $28.74 an hour, which is 6% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.97 and $30.43 an hour. BLS counts 940 of them working in the area, 38.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 10%) the local median is $22.75 an hour, which is 15% below the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $21.74 and $29.13 an hour. BLS counts 140 of them working in the area, 5.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.47 an hour, 17% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $22.24 and $28.72 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 3.3 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 $23.61 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $21.35 and $27.43 an hour. BLS counts 460 of them working in the area, 18.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($27.83 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $370. At the 25th percentile ($19.09) it shrinks by about $300. The total moves by 1.6% or 1.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 245,170 jobs in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville area. That makes it the 104th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.16% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $19.09 | $22.97 | $27.83 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $22.54 | $28.10 | $29.95 | $30.38 | 0.92 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $22.97 | $28.74 | $30.43 | $30.67 | 0.94 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $21.74 | $22.75 | $29.13 | $26.77 | 0.85 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $22.24 | $23.47 | $28.72 | $28.33 | 0.83 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $21.35 | $23.61 | $27.43 | $23.75 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
Is Palm Bay cheap or dear? The local comparison
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 120 sq ft range from $23,200 to $23,500 across Palm Bay and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay, FLthis page | $17,400 – $29,700 | $23,500 | |
| Orlando, FL40 miles | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
| Sebastian, FL40 miles | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,400 | level |
| Lakeland, FL65 miles | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | −1% |
| Deltona, FL70 miles | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,200 | −1% |
| Port St. Lucie, FL75 miles | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
| Florida (statewide) | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | +2% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +6% |
Across 300 US metros, Palm Bay comes in at #191 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $30,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $22,100 (midpoints, 120 sq ft). Statewide, Palm Bay is 1% below the Florida figure.
Other Florida metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $18,600 – $31,800 | $25,200 | +7% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | level |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | level |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Palm Bay's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Palm Bay against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +6% |
| Trenton, NJ | 240,190 jobs | $19,100 – $32,500 | $25,800 | +10% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $18,600 – $31,700 | $25,100 | +7% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | +1% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Palm Bay bid
Permit
Kitchen remodel permits are $500-$1,500 and are usually based on project value.
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.
What nearby projects cost in Palm Bay
Because every project leans on different trades, Palm Bay's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs −7% and home addition −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,400 | −10% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,300 – $21,400 | −8% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,050 – $13,700 | −9% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $33,300 – $67,600 | −12% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $840 – $2,600 | −7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
Palm Bay: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Palm Bay wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$17,400 to $22,300
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,100 to $26,000
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,800 to $29,700
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,600 – $18,700 | $17,700 – $21,900 | $20,800 – $25,000 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,400 – $22,300 | $21,100 – $26,000 | $24,800 – $29,700 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,700 – $36,600 | $34,600 – $42,500 | $40,600 – $48,500 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,800 – $54,400 | $51,500 – $63,200 | $60,300 – $72,000 |
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Kitchen remodel in Palm Bay: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Palm Bay?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,400 to $29,700 in the Palm Bay area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,100 to $26,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Palm Bay?
About $141 to $235 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $500 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Palm Bay or Orlando?
Orlando is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,500, which is 0% less than Palm Bay ($23,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Palm Bay?
About 18% at the midpoint, or $4,250 out of $23,500. Materials are 78% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Palm Bay?
$28,700 to $48,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Palm Bay?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $500 to $1,500 for fees in the Palm Bay area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Palm Bay expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Florida?
Palm Bay is 1% below the Florida statewide estimate ($23,900 at the midpoint). We cover 19 metros in Florida; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Palm Bay?
The BLS median is $22.97 an hour in the Palm Bay area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.09 to $27.83.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Palm Bay?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,400 to $22,300 and premium work $24,800 to $29,700. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Palm Bay
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.