Kitchen remodel cost in Pensacola, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,200 – $29,300
- Per sq ft
- $139 – $232
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #251
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a kitchen remodel in the Pensacola area: $17,200 to $29,300 for 120 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 7% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $23.04 an hour in the Pensacola area, 21% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Pensacola, FL, standard level
$20,800 to $25,700
About $167 to $204 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 17% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $20,100 |
| Labor | $3,600 | $4,400 |
| Permits and fees | $780 | $1,150 |
| Total | $20,800 | $25,700 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Pensacola, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,700 | $18,300 | $22,900 | 79% |
| Labor | $3,000 | $4,000 | $4,950 | 17% |
| Permits and fees | $490 | $980 | $1,450 | 4% |
| Total | $17,200 | $23,300 | $29,300 | 100% |
What is behind the Pensacola number
Labor is 17% of the midpoint bill here, against 20% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (45%), electricians (15%), plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (15%), tile and stone setters (10%), drywall and ceiling tile installers (10%), painters, construction and maintenance (5%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Pensacola the blended ratio comes out at 0.80.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Pensacola is at 96.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $18,300 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 97.7: $490 to $1,450.
Who does the work: Pensacola trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 6 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Pensacola the blend is 0.80.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $23.04 an hour, 21% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.22 and $27.44 an hour. About 660 work in the metro. That is 34.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 15%) the local median is $24.28 an hour, which is 20% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.23 and $28.88 an hour. BLS counts 970 of them working in the area, 50.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is about average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 15% of the weighting: a median of $23.88 an hour, 22% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $21.76 and $29.73 an hour. About 650 work in the metro. That is 34.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044), 10% of the weighting: a median of $21.40 an hour, 20% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $16.48 and $25.00 an hour. About 60 work in the metro. That is 3.1 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 $22.59 an hour, which is 20% below the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $17.41 and $26.77 an hour. BLS counts 140 of them working in the area, 7.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $22.09 an hour, 7% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $19.12 and $22.92 an hour. About 420 work in the metro. That is 22.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $340 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $290. That is a swing of roughly 1.3% to 1.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent has 190,480 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 121st by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $19.22 | $23.04 | $27.44 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $22.23 | $24.28 | $28.88 | $30.38 | 0.80 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $21.76 | $23.88 | $29.73 | $30.67 | 0.78 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $16.48 | $21.40 | $25.00 | $26.77 | 0.80 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $17.41 | $22.59 | $26.77 | $28.33 | 0.80 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $19.12 | $22.09 | $22.92 | $23.75 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Pensacola
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.
How Pensacola compares
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Pensacola. Dothan is the lowest at about $22,900 (midpoint, 120 sq ft), 110 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola, FLthis page | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | |
| Daphne, AL35 miles | $17,200 – $29,400 | $23,300 | level |
| Crestview, FL50 miles | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,400 | +1% |
| Mobile, AL60 miles | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
| Panama City, FL95 miles | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | level |
| Dothan, AL110 miles | $17,000 – $28,900 | $22,900 | −1% |
| Florida (statewide) | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | +3% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Pensacola ranks #251 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Pensacola is 3% below the Florida figure.
Elsewhere in Florida
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $18,600 – $31,800 | $25,200 | +8% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | +2% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | +2% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pensacola against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | +2% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $19,700 – $33,600 | $26,700 | +15% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $18,000 – $30,700 | $24,400 | +5% |
| Salinas, CA | 186,430 jobs | $19,800 – $33,700 | $26,700 | +15% |
Related projects, priced for Pensacola
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Pensacola wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (−7%) and home addition lowest (−15%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,200 | −12% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,150 – $20,500 | −12% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,100 – $13,900 | −7% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $32,400 – $65,800 | −15% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $770 – $2,450 | −13% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | −11% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen remodel pricing in Pensacola
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Pensacola. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from small kitchen (100 sq ft) to large kitchen (300 sq ft).
Basic
$17,200 to $22,000
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$20,800 to $25,700
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,500 to $29,300
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,400 – $18,500 | $17,500 – $21,600 | $20,600 – $24,700 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,200 – $22,000 | $20,800 – $25,700 | $24,500 – $29,300 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,300 – $36,200 | $34,200 – $42,000 | $40,100 – $47,900 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,300 – $53,800 | $50,900 – $62,500 | $59,600 – $71,100 |
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Kitchen remodel in Pensacola: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Pensacola?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,200 to $29,300 in the Pensacola area. A standard-spec job lands at $20,800 to $25,700. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Pensacola?
About $139 to $232 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $490 to $1,450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Pensacola or Daphne?
Daphne is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,300, which is 0% more than Pensacola ($23,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pensacola?
About 17% at the midpoint, or $4,000 out of $23,300. Materials are 79% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Pensacola?
$28,300 to $47,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Pensacola?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $490 to $1,450 for fees in the Pensacola area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pensacola expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Florida?
Pensacola is 3% 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 Pensacola?
The BLS median is $23.04 an hour in the Pensacola area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.22 to $27.44.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Pensacola?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,200 to $22,000 and premium work $24,500 to $29,300. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Pensacola
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.