Kitchen remodel cost in Maine
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (120 sq ft)
- $18,400 – $31,300
- Per sq ft
- $149 – $249
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $25,000
- Metros covered
- 2
What does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Maine? Plan on $18,400 to $31,300 for 120 sq ft. Wages (1.08x the US blend), materials (price index 97.2) and permit costs (97.0) put the state below the national midpoint by 1%.
Inside Maine, the metros we cover range from $24,400 (Bangor) to $24,900 (Portland) at the midpoint.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Maine (statewide), standard level
$22,300 to $27,400
About $179 to $219 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 22% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,600 | $20,300 |
| Labor | $4,850 | $5,900 |
| Permits and fees | $780 | $1,150 |
| Total | $22,300 | $27,400 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Maine
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,900 | $18,500 | $23,100 | 74% |
| Labor | $4,050 | $5,400 | $6,700 | 22% |
| Permits and fees | $490 | $970 | $1,450 | 4% |
| Total | $18,400 | $24,800 | $31,300 | 100% |
Maine versus the states around it
Maine ranks 16 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for kitchen remodel, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $29,500 and the cheapest Arkansas at $22,500, both for 120 sq ft at the midpoint. Maine sits at $24,800. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire | 110 miles away | $18,300 – $31,300 | $24,800 | level |
| Massachusetts | 120 miles away | $19,400 – $33,100 | $26,300 | +6% |
| Vermont | 150 miles away | $18,200 – $30,900 | $24,500 | −1% |
| Rhode Island | 170 miles away | $18,200 – $31,000 | $24,600 | −1% |
| Connecticut | 220 miles away | $18,600 – $31,600 | $25,100 | +1% |
Maine labor market for kitchen remodel
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 6 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 1.08 for Maine.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $29.88 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $25.46 and $35.00 an hour. BLS counts 5,170 of them working in the state, 80.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 15% of the weighting: a median of $36.24 an hour, 19% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $30.25 and $40.57 an hour. About 3,780 work in the state. That is 59.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 15%) the local median is $30.77 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $29.47 and $36.41 an hour. BLS counts 2,710 of them working in the state, 42.3 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 $34.00 an hour, which is 27% above the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $31.33 and $44.08 an hour. BLS counts 60 of them working in the state, 0.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.89 an hour, in line with the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $25.17 and $30.98 an hour. About 150 work in the state. That is 2.3 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 $28.50 an hour, which is 20% above the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $24.12 and $30.35 an hour. BLS counts 2,120 of them working in the state, 33.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($35.00 an hour) would add about $390 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($25.46) would take off about $340. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 640,610 jobs across Maine (May 2025), which is 0.4% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $25.46 | $29.88 | $35.00 | $29.12 | 1.03 | state |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $30.25 | $36.24 | $40.57 | $30.38 | 1.19 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $29.47 | $30.77 | $36.41 | $30.67 | 1.00 | state |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $31.33 | $34.00 | $44.08 | $26.77 | 1.27 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $25.17 | $28.89 | $30.98 | $28.33 | 1.02 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $24.12 | $28.50 | $30.35 | $23.75 | 1.20 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.08 | |||||
Quality levels and sizes in Maine
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Maine wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$18,400 to $23,500
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$22,300 to $27,400
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$26,100 to $31,300
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $15,400 – $19,800 | $18,700 – $23,000 | $21,900 – $26,300 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $18,400 – $23,500 | $22,300 – $27,400 | $26,100 – $31,300 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $30,300 – $38,700 | $36,600 – $44,900 | $42,800 – $51,200 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $45,200 – $57,500 | $54,500 – $66,800 | $63,700 – $76,000 |
Other Maine jobs that often go with kitchen remodel
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Maine wages and prices. Against national midpoints, kitchen backsplash comes out highest (+9%) and window replacement lowest (−4%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,200 – $14,100 | level |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,900 – $24,400 | +5% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $38,200 – $77,400 | +1% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $2,950 | +6% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $330 – $1,600 | +9% |
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Maine
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.
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.
Which Maine city is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
0 of the 2 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $24,800, and the top-to-bottom gap is 2%. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (120 sq ft) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | $18,400 – $31,400 | $24,900 | level |
| Bangor, ME | $18,100 – $30,700 | $24,400 | −2% |
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Kitchen remodel in Maine: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Maine?
$18,400 to $31,300 for 120 sq ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Maine can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Maine is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
Bangor at about $24,400 (midpoint, 120 sq ft). The priciest is Portland at $24,900.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Maine than the US average?
It is 1% cheaper: $24,800 against $25,000 for 120 sq ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Maine?
About 22% ($5,400). Materials are 74%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 1.08x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Maine?
The BLS statewide median is $29.88 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $25.46 to $35.00.
+Where does Maine rank for kitchen remodel costs?
16th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $24,800 for 120 sq ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Maine?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $18,400 to $23,500 and premium work $26,100 to $31,300. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel by city in Maine
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.