Kitchen remodel cost in Kansas City, MO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,800 – $30,300
- Per sq ft
- $145 – $241
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #130
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to remodel a kitchen in Kansas City, plan on $17,800 to $30,300 for 120 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $145 to $241 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 4% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 94.1).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Kansas City, MO, standard level
$21,600 to $26,600
About $174 to $212 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 22% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,100 | $19,700 |
| Labor | $4,700 | $5,750 |
| Permits and fees | $740 | $1,100 |
| Total | $21,600 | $26,600 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Kansas City, MO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,400 | $17,900 | $22,400 | 74% |
| Labor | $3,950 | $5,250 | $6,550 | 22% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $930 | $1,400 | 4% |
| Total | $17,800 | $24,100 | $30,300 | 100% |
Why Kansas City prices look the way they do
Labor is 22% of the midpoint bill here, against 20% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (45%), electricians (15%), plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (15%), tile and stone setters (10%), drywall and ceiling tile installers (10%), painters, construction and maintenance (5%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Kansas City the blended ratio comes out at 1.05.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Kansas City metro is 94.1 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 120 sq ft comes to $17,900, compared with $19,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (92.5) and land at $460 to $1,400.
Kansas City against nearby metros and the rest of Missouri
Same job, same size (120 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Kansas City is the priciest of the group. Springfield is the cheapest at $23,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas City, MOthis page | $17,800 – $30,300 | $24,100 | |
| Topeka, KS75 miles | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −3% |
| Columbia, MO100 miles | $17,500 – $29,700 | $23,600 | −2% |
| Joplin, MO125 miles | $17,400 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −3% |
| Springfield, MO130 miles | $17,200 – $29,200 | $23,200 | −4% |
| Jefferson City, MO130 miles | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | −2% |
| Missouri (statewide) | $18,100 – $30,700 | $24,400 | +1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +4% |
Across 300 US metros, Kansas City comes in at #130 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $30,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $22,100 (midpoints, 120 sq ft). Statewide, Kansas City is 1% below the Missouri figure.
Other Missouri metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO | 1,341,320 jobs | $19,100 – $32,500 | $25,800 | +7% |
| Springfield, MO | 223,030 jobs | $17,200 – $29,200 | $23,200 | −4% |
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $17,500 – $29,700 | $23,600 | −2% |
| Joplin, MO | 87,190 jobs | $17,400 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −3% |
| Jefferson City, MO | 80,220 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Kansas City's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Kansas City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | 1,099,300 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | −1% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $19,800 – $33,800 | $26,800 | +11% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,700 | −2% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | −1% |
Why two Kansas City quotes can differ
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.
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).
Kansas City labor market for kitchen remodel
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 Kansas City is 1.05 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $29.72 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.13 and $39.30 an hour. BLS counts 4,540 of them working in the area, 41.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 15% of the weighting: a median of $36.95 an hour, 22% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $25.41 and $46.85 an hour. About 5,400 work in the metro. That is 49.3 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 $36.61 an hour, which is 19% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $27.42 and $47.59 an hour. BLS counts 3,740 of them working in the area, 34.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is about average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 10%) the local median is $27.45 an hour, which is in line with the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $24.21 and $30.31 an hour. BLS counts 290 of them working in the area, 2.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is about average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.46 an hour, 21% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $17.25 and $30.09 an hour. About 530 work in the metro. That is 4.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $24.07 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $21.64 and $30.43 an hour. BLS counts 1,330 of them working in the area, 12.1 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 ($39.30 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $740. At the 25th percentile ($24.13) it shrinks by about $430. The total moves by 3.1% or 1.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 1,096,110 jobs in the Kansas City area. That makes it the 34th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.70% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $24.13 | $29.72 | $39.30 | $29.12 | 1.02 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $25.41 | $36.95 | $46.85 | $30.38 | 1.22 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $27.42 | $36.61 | $47.59 | $30.67 | 1.19 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $24.21 | $27.45 | $30.31 | $26.77 | 1.03 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $17.25 | $22.46 | $30.09 | $28.33 | 0.79 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $21.64 | $24.07 | $30.43 | $23.75 | 1.01 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Kansas City
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Kansas City 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
$17,800 to $22,800
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,600 to $26,600
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$25,300 to $30,300
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,900 – $19,200 | $18,100 – $22,300 | $21,300 – $25,500 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,800 – $22,800 | $21,600 – $26,600 | $25,300 – $30,300 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $29,400 – $37,500 | $35,500 – $43,500 | $41,500 – $49,600 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $43,900 – $55,800 | $52,800 – $64,800 | $61,800 – $73,700 |
Related projects, priced for Kansas City
Because every project leans on different trades, Kansas City's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +3% and window replacement −4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,150 – $14,000 | level |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,700 – $23,400 | level |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $38,400 – $77,700 | +1% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,000 – $2,850 | +3% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,450 | −2% |
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Kitchen remodel in Kansas City: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Kansas City?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,800 to $30,300 in the Kansas City area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,600 to $26,600. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Kansas City?
About $145 to $241 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $460 to $1,400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Kansas City or Topeka?
Topeka is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,400, which is 3% less than Kansas City ($24,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Kansas City?
About 22% at the midpoint, or $5,250 out of $24,100. Materials are 74% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Kansas City?
$29,400 to $49,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Kansas City?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $460 to $1,400 for fees in the Kansas City area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Kansas City expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Missouri?
Kansas City is 1% below the Missouri statewide estimate ($24,400 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Missouri; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Kansas City?
The BLS median is $29.72 an hour in the Kansas City area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.13 to $39.30.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Kansas City?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,800 to $22,800 and premium work $25,300 to $30,300. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Kansas 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.