Kitchen remodel cost in Albany, GA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,100 – $29,000
- Per sq ft
- $139 – $231
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #270
- 1 = most expensive
Albany homeowners pay roughly $17,100 to $29,000 to remodel a kitchen at 120 sq ft, or $139 to $231 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Albany is 8% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $18.46 an hour in the Albany area, 37% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Albany, GA, standard level
$20,700 to $25,500
About $166 to $203 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 17% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $20,100 |
| Labor | $3,500 | $4,250 |
| Permits and fees | $700 | $1,050 |
| Total | $20,700 | $25,500 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Albany, GA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,700 | $18,300 | $22,900 | 79% |
| Labor | $2,900 | $3,850 | $4,850 | 17% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $880 | $1,300 | 4% |
| Total | $17,100 | $23,100 | $29,000 | 100% |
What is behind the Albany number
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, Albany wages are 0.78 times the national level. Labor makes up about 17% of the midpoint estimate (20% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Albany metro is 96.3 (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 (87.7) and land at $440 to $1,300.
Data note: 20% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Albany. The wage table below marks each row.
Specs and site conditions that change a Albany bid
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.
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Albany is 0.78 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $18.46 an hour, which is 37% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $17.38 and $23.55 an hour. BLS counts 80 of them working in the area, 13.7 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 $27.00 an hour, 11% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $21.75 and $34.29 an hour. About 300 work in the metro. That is 51.4 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 $22.93 an hour, which is 25% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $18.84 and $28.86 an hour. BLS counts 140 of them working in the area, 24.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Albany metro, so we used the Georgia statewide median: $23.00 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.94 and $27.57 an hour.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Albany metro, so we used the Georgia statewide median: $28.01 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $24.62 and $29.83 an hour.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $29.58 an hour, which is 25% above the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $18.26 and $33.00 an hour. BLS counts 70 of them working in the area, 12.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($23.55 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $390. At the 25th percentile ($17.38) it shrinks by about $85. The total moves by 1.7% or 0.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 58,390 jobs in the Albany area. That makes it the 293rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $17.38 | $18.46 | $23.55 | $29.12 | 0.63 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $21.75 | $27.00 | $34.29 | $30.38 | 0.89 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $18.84 | $22.93 | $28.86 | $30.67 | 0.75 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $20.94 | $23.00 | $27.57 | $26.77 | 0.86 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $24.62 | $28.01 | $29.83 | $28.33 | 0.99 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $18.26 | $29.58 | $33.00 | $23.75 | 1.25 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.78 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Albany
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Albany 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
$17,100 to $21,900
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$20,700 to $25,500
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,300 to $29,000
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,300 – $18,400 | $17,300 – $21,400 | $20,400 – $24,400 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,100 – $21,900 | $20,700 – $25,500 | $24,300 – $29,000 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,200 – $35,900 | $34,000 – $41,700 | $39,800 – $47,500 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,000 – $53,500 | $50,600 – $62,100 | $59,200 – $70,600 |
What nearby projects cost in Albany
Because every project leans on different trades, Albany's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen backsplash runs −9% and home addition −19%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,700 – $11,200 | −19% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,200 – $20,900 | −11% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $3,950 – $13,500 | −10% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $30,600 – $62,100 | −19% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $770 – $2,450 | −14% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
Albany against nearby metros and the rest of Georgia
Same job, same size (120 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Warner Robins is the priciest of the group at $23,600. Dothan is the cheapest at $22,900.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, GAthis page | $17,100 – $29,000 | $23,100 | |
| Warner Robins, GA65 miles | $17,400 – $29,700 | $23,600 | +2% |
| Columbus, GA70 miles | $17,100 – $29,200 | $23,200 | level |
| Dothan, AL85 miles | $17,000 – $28,900 | $22,900 | −1% |
| Macon, GA85 miles | $17,100 – $29,100 | $23,100 | level |
| Tallahassee, FL90 miles | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,200 | +1% |
| Georgia (statewide) | $17,900 – $30,400 | $24,100 | +5% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +8% |
Across 300 US metros, Albany comes in at #270 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $30,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $22,100 (midpoints, 120 sq ft). Statewide, Albany is 4% below the Georgia figure.
Other Georgia metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $18,200 – $30,900 | $24,500 | +6% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | +4% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +2% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $17,100 – $29,200 | $23,200 | level |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | +2% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Albany's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Albany against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubuque, IA | 58,470 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +2% |
| Wheeling, WV | 58,130 jobs | $17,700 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +3% |
| Altoona, PA | 58,650 jobs | $18,500 – $31,400 | $25,000 | +8% |
| Sebastian, FL | 57,620 jobs | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,400 | +2% |
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Kitchen remodel in Albany: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Albany?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,100 to $29,000 in the Albany area. A standard-spec job lands at $20,700 to $25,500. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Albany?
About $139 to $231 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $440 to $1,300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Albany or Warner Robins?
Warner Robins is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,600, which is 2% more than Albany ($23,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Albany?
About 17% at the midpoint, or $3,850 out of $23,100. Materials are 79% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Albany?
$28,200 to $47,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Albany?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $440 to $1,300 for fees in the Albany area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Albany expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Georgia?
Albany is 4% below the Georgia statewide estimate ($24,100 at the midpoint). We cover 10 metros in Georgia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Albany?
The BLS median is $18.46 an hour in the Albany area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.38 to $23.55.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Albany?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,100 to $21,900 and premium work $24,300 to $29,000. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Albany
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.