Kitchen remodel cost in Sioux City, IA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,300 – $29,400
- Per sq ft
- $141 – $234
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #238
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a kitchen remodel in the Sioux City area: $17,300 to $29,400 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. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 94.0).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Sioux City, IA, standard level
$20,900 to $25,800
About $169 to $206 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 20% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,100 | $19,700 |
| Labor | $4,150 | $5,050 |
| Permits and fees | $690 | $1,050 |
| Total | $20,900 | $25,800 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Sioux City, IA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,400 | $17,900 | $22,400 | 77% |
| Labor | $3,450 | $4,600 | $5,750 | 20% |
| Permits and fees | $430 | $860 | $1,300 | 4% |
| Total | $17,300 | $23,400 | $29,400 | 100% |
Why Sioux City prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 45% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $24.57 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Sioux City is 0.93 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 20% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Sioux City is at 94.0 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $17,900 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 86.5: $430 to $1,300.
Data note: 10% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Sioux City. The wage table below marks each row.
Who does the work: Sioux City 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 Sioux City the blend is 0.93.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $24.57 an hour, 16% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.02 and $29.52 an hour. About 350 work in the metro. That is 46.7 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 $35.54 an hour, which is 17% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.43 and $40.83 an hour. BLS counts 300 of them working in the area, 40.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 15% of the weighting: a median of $29.28 an hour, 5% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.54 and $36.15 an hour. About 240 work in the metro. That is 32.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Sioux City metro, so we used the Iowa statewide median: $26.13 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.11 and $34.11 an hour.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.49 an hour, which is 17% below the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $21.90 and $28.55 an hour. BLS counts 70 of them working in the area, 9.3 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 $22.48 an hour, 5% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $21.25 and $29.17 an hour. About 90 work in the metro. That is 12.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $380 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $200. That is a swing of roughly 0.8% to 1.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Sioux City has 75,010 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 247th 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% | $22.02 | $24.57 | $29.52 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.43 | $35.54 | $40.83 | $30.38 | 1.17 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $23.54 | $29.28 | $36.15 | $30.67 | 0.95 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $23.11 | $26.13 | $34.11 | $26.77 | 0.98 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $21.90 | $23.49 | $28.55 | $28.33 | 0.83 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $21.25 | $22.48 | $29.17 | $23.75 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.93 | |||||
What nearby projects cost in Sioux City
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Sioux City wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen backsplash comes out highest (−5%) and kitchen cabinets lowest (−9%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,700 | −9% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,900 | −6% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,250 – $14,200 | −6% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $34,700 – $70,300 | −9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $890 – $2,650 | −6% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,400 | −5% |
Sioux City: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Sioux City. 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
$17,300 to $22,100
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$20,900 to $25,800
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,600 to $29,400
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,500 – $18,600 | $17,600 – $21,700 | $20,600 – $24,700 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,300 – $22,100 | $20,900 – $25,800 | $24,600 – $29,400 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,500 – $36,400 | $34,400 – $42,300 | $40,300 – $48,200 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,600 – $54,200 | $51,300 – $62,900 | $60,000 – $71,600 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Sioux City 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.
Is Sioux City cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Sioux City. Lincoln is the lowest at about $23,300 (midpoint, 120 sq ft), 120 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IAthis page | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | |
| Sioux Falls, SD75 miles | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | level |
| Omaha, NE85 miles | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
| Lincoln, NE120 miles | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | level |
| Des Moines, IA145 miles | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +2% |
| Waterloo, IA195 miles | $17,400 – $29,500 | $23,400 | level |
| Iowa (statewide) | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Sioux City ranks #238 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Sioux City is 1% below the Iowa figure.
Elsewhere in Iowa
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | 404,130 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +2% |
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $17,900 – $30,400 | $24,100 | +3% |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 139,260 jobs | $17,500 – $29,700 | $23,600 | +1% |
| Iowa City, IA | 93,760 jobs | $17,100 – $29,200 | $23,100 | −1% |
| Waterloo, IA | 84,260 jobs | $17,400 – $29,500 | $23,400 | level |
| Dubuque, IA | 58,470 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Sioux City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene, TX | 75,070 jobs | $16,700 – $28,400 | $22,500 | −4% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $17,400 – $29,700 | $23,600 | +1% |
| Kenosha, WI | 75,450 jobs | $19,700 – $33,400 | $26,500 | +14% |
| Rapid City, SD | 73,820 jobs | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,300 | level |
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Kitchen remodel in Sioux City: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Sioux City?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,300 to $29,400 in the Sioux City area. A standard-spec job lands at $20,900 to $25,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Sioux City?
About $141 to $234 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $430 to $1,300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Sioux City or Sioux Falls?
Sioux Falls is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,400, which is 0% more than Sioux City ($23,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Sioux City?
About 20% at the midpoint, or $4,600 out of $23,400. Materials are 77% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Sioux City?
$28,500 to $48,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Sioux City?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $430 to $1,300 for fees in the Sioux City area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Sioux City expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Iowa?
Sioux City is 1% below the Iowa statewide estimate ($23,500 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Iowa; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Sioux City?
The BLS median is $24.57 an hour in the Sioux City area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.02 to $29.52.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Sioux City?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,300 to $22,100 and premium work $24,600 to $29,400. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Sioux City
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.