Kitchen remodel cost in Baltimore, MD
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $18,800 – $32,000
- Per sq ft
- $152 – $254
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #55
- 1 = most expensive
A kitchen remodel in Baltimore, MD usually costs $18,800 to $32,000 for 120 sq ft. That works out to about $152 to $254 per sq ft before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Building materials run about 2% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 102.4).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Baltimore, MD, standard level
$22,800 to $28,000
About $183 to $223 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 19% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $17,500 | $21,400 |
| Labor | $4,400 | $5,400 |
| Permits and fees | $840 | $1,250 |
| Total | $22,800 | $28,000 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Baltimore, MD
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $14,600 | $19,500 | $24,300 | 77% |
| Labor | $3,650 | $4,900 | $6,100 | 19% |
| Permits and fees | $520 | $1,050 | $1,550 | 4% |
| Total | $18,800 | $25,400 | $32,000 | 100% |
What is behind the Baltimore 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, Baltimore wages are 0.98 times the national level. Labor makes up about 19% of the midpoint estimate (20% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Baltimore is at 102.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $19,500 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 104.5: $520 to $1,550.
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 Baltimore. The wage table below marks each row.
What local crews earn in Baltimore
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 Baltimore the blend is 0.98.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $29.99 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.96 and $36.06 an hour. About 3,870 work in the metro. That is 28.5 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 $31.54 an hour, which is 4% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $26.96 and $44.20 an hour. BLS counts 6,930 of them working in the area, 51.1 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 $30.38 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $26.38 and $39.76 an hour. About 5,220 work in the metro. That is 38.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Baltimore metro, so we used the Maryland statewide median: $21.96 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $18.57 and $25.00 an hour.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.41 an hour, which is 17% below the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $19.01 and $27.58 an hour. BLS counts 470 of them working in the area, 3.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $23.36 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.29 and $28.73 an hour. About 1,460 work in the metro. That is 10.8 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 $470 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $390. That is a swing of roughly 1.5% to 1.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Baltimore-Columbia-Towson has 1,356,680 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 22nd 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% | $24.96 | $29.99 | $36.06 | $29.12 | 1.03 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $26.96 | $31.54 | $44.20 | $30.38 | 1.04 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $26.38 | $30.38 | $39.76 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $18.57 | $21.96 | $25.00 | $26.77 | 0.82 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $19.01 | $23.41 | $27.58 | $28.33 | 0.83 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $22.29 | $23.36 | $28.73 | $23.75 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.98 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Baltimore bid
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+.
Baltimore: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Baltimore. 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
$18,800 to $24,100
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$22,800 to $28,000
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$26,700 to $32,000
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $15,700 – $20,200 | $19,100 – $23,600 | $22,500 – $26,900 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $18,800 – $24,100 | $22,800 – $28,000 | $26,700 – $32,000 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $31,000 – $39,500 | $37,400 – $45,900 | $43,800 – $52,300 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $46,200 – $58,800 | $55,600 – $68,200 | $65,100 – $77,700 |
Related projects, priced for Baltimore
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Baltimore wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen cabinets comes out highest (+3%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−5%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,350 – $14,400 | +3% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,600 – $22,900 | −2% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,600 – $15,400 | +3% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $38,100 – $77,300 | level |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $860 – $2,700 | −4% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,450 | −5% |
Baltimore against nearby metros and the rest of Maryland
Same job, same size (120 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Washington is the priciest of the group at $26,200. Dover is the cheapest at $23,800.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore, MDthis page | $18,800 – $32,000 | $25,400 | |
| York, PA45 miles | $18,800 – $32,000 | $25,400 | level |
| Lancaster, PA55 miles | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | −1% |
| Dover, DE60 miles | $17,600 – $29,900 | $23,800 | −6% |
| Washington, DC60 miles | $19,400 – $33,000 | $26,200 | +3% |
| Lexington Park, MD70 miles | $18,400 – $31,300 | $24,800 | −2% |
| Maryland (statewide) | $19,000 – $32,300 | $25,600 | +1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | −2% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Baltimore ranks #55 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Baltimore is 1% below the Maryland figure.
Elsewhere in Maryland
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hagerstown, MD | 107,170 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | −6% |
| Lexington Park, MD | 70,650 jobs | $18,400 – $31,300 | $24,800 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Baltimore against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | −7% |
| St. Louis, MO | 1,341,320 jobs | $19,100 – $32,500 | $25,800 | +2% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,500 | −8% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,200 | −9% |
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Kitchen remodel in Baltimore: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Baltimore?
For 120 sq ft, expect $18,800 to $32,000 in the Baltimore area. A standard-spec job lands at $22,800 to $28,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Baltimore?
About $152 to $254 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $520 to $1,550 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Baltimore or York?
York is 45 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $25,400, which is 0% less than Baltimore ($25,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Baltimore?
About 19% at the midpoint, or $4,900 out of $25,400. Materials are 77% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Baltimore?
$31,000 to $52,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Baltimore?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $520 to $1,550 for fees in the Baltimore area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Baltimore expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Maryland?
Baltimore is 1% below the Maryland statewide estimate ($25,600 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Maryland; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Baltimore?
The BLS median is $29.99 an hour in the Baltimore area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.96 to $36.06.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Baltimore?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $18,800 to $24,100 and premium work $26,700 to $32,000. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Baltimore
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.