Kitchen remodel cost in Kahului, HI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $21,500 – $36,600
- Per sq ft
- $175 – $291
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +16%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #2
- 1 = most expensive
A kitchen remodel in Kahului, HI usually costs $21,500 to $36,600 for 120 sq ft. That works out to about $175 to $291 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $4,050 more. Building materials run about 12% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 111.6).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Kahului, HI, standard level
$26,100 to $32,100
About $210 to $256 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 23% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $19,100 | $23,300 |
| Labor | $6,100 | $7,450 |
| Permits and fees | $880 | $1,300 |
| Total | $26,100 | $32,100 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Kahului, HI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $15,900 | $21,200 | $26,500 | 73% |
| Labor | $5,050 | $6,750 | $8,450 | 23% |
| Permits and fees | $550 | $1,100 | $1,650 | 4% |
| Total | $21,500 | $29,100 | $36,600 | 100% |
Why Kahului prices look the way they do
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, Kahului wages are 1.36 times the national level. Labor makes up about 23% of the midpoint estimate (20% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Kahului is at 111.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $21,200 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 109.4: $550 to $1,650.
Kahului: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Kahului. 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
$21,500 to $27,600
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$26,100 to $32,100
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$30,600 to $36,600
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $18,000 – $23,100 | $21,900 – $27,000 | $25,700 – $30,800 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $21,500 – $27,600 | $26,100 – $32,100 | $30,600 – $36,600 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $35,500 – $45,300 | $42,800 – $52,600 | $50,200 – $59,900 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $53,000 – $67,400 | $63,800 – $78,300 | $74,600 – $89,100 |
Planning more than one job in Kahului?
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Kahului wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, home addition comes out highest (+30%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (+14%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $5,050 – $17,400 | +23% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $5,700 – $28,400 | +22% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $5,450 – $17,700 | +19% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $49,400 – $99,900 | +30% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,100 – $3,200 | +15% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $340 – $1,700 | +14% |
What local crews earn in Kahului
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 Kahului the blend is 1.36.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $39.47 an hour, 36% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $30.77 and $48.89 an hour. About 700 work in the metro. That is 94.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 15%) the local median is $47.34 an hour, which is 56% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $29.05 and $57.68 an hour. BLS counts 310 of them working in the area, 42.0 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 $37.31 an hour, 22% above the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.92 and $50.02 an hour. About 310 work in the metro. That is 42.0 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 $30.93 an hour, 16% above the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $23.00 and $38.87 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 10.8 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 $40.00 an hour, which is 41% above the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $36.58 and $56.15 an hour. BLS counts 60 of them working in the area, 8.1 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 $35.41 an hour, 49% above the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $30.92 and $40.24 an hour. About 180 work in the metro. That is 24.4 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 $720 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $670. That is a swing of roughly 2.3% to 2.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Kahului-Wailuku has 73,750 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 250th 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% | $30.77 | $39.47 | $48.89 | $29.12 | 1.36 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $29.05 | $47.34 | $57.68 | $30.38 | 1.56 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $28.92 | $37.31 | $50.02 | $30.67 | 1.22 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $23.00 | $30.93 | $38.87 | $26.77 | 1.16 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $36.58 | $40.00 | $56.15 | $28.33 | 1.41 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $30.92 | $35.41 | $40.24 | $23.75 | 1.49 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.36 | |||||
Is Kahului cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (120 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Honolulu is the priciest of the group at $30,000. Santa Cruz is the cheapest at $27,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kahului, HIthis page | $21,500 – $36,600 | $29,100 | |
| Honolulu, HI110 miles | $22,200 – $37,700 | $30,000 | +3% |
| Santa Rosa, CA2340 miles | $20,200 – $34,400 | $27,300 | −6% |
| Santa Cruz, CA2350 miles | $20,100 – $34,200 | $27,200 | −7% |
| San Francisco, CA2355 miles | $21,200 – $36,100 | $28,700 | −1% |
| Napa, CA2370 miles | $20,200 – $34,500 | $27,300 | −6% |
| Hawaii (statewide) | $21,800 – $37,100 | $29,500 | +1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | −14% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Kahului ranks #2 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Kahului is 1% below the Hawaii figure.
Elsewhere in Hawaii
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu, HI | 446,380 jobs | $22,200 – $37,700 | $30,000 | +3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Kahului against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | 73,820 jobs | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,300 | −20% |
| Bloomington, IN | 73,240 jobs | $17,900 – $30,500 | $24,200 | −17% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $17,400 – $29,700 | $23,600 | −19% |
| Auburn, AL | 72,710 jobs | $17,200 – $29,200 | $23,200 | −20% |
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Kahului
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.
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Kitchen remodel in Kahului: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Kahului?
For 120 sq ft, expect $21,500 to $36,600 in the Kahului area. A standard-spec job lands at $26,100 to $32,100. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Kahului?
About $175 to $291 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $550 to $1,650 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Kahului or Honolulu?
Honolulu is 110 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $30,000, which is 3% more than Kahului ($29,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Kahului?
About 23% at the midpoint, or $6,750 out of $29,100. Materials are 73% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Kahului?
$35,500 to $59,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Kahului?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $550 to $1,650 for fees in the Kahului area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Kahului expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Hawaii?
Kahului is 1% below the Hawaii statewide estimate ($29,500 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Hawaii; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Kahului?
The BLS median is $39.47 an hour in the Kahului area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $30.77 to $48.89.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Kahului?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $21,500 to $27,600 and premium work $30,600 to $36,600. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Kahului
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.