Kitchen remodel cost in Omaha, NE
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,400 – $29,600
- Per sq ft
- $141 – $235
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #201
- 1 = most expensive
Omaha homeowners pay roughly $17,400 to $29,600 to remodel a kitchen at 120 sq ft, or $141 to $235 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Omaha is 6% lower. 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 Omaha, NE, standard level
$21,100 to $26,000
About $169 to $207 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 20% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,100 | $19,700 |
| Labor | $4,250 | $5,150 |
| Permits and fees | $740 | $1,100 |
| Total | $21,100 | $26,000 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Omaha, NE
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,400 | $17,900 | $22,400 | 76% |
| Labor | $3,500 | $4,700 | $5,850 | 20% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $920 | $1,400 | 4% |
| Total | $17,400 | $23,500 | $29,600 | 100% |
Why Omaha prices look the way they do
Labor is 20% 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 Omaha the blended ratio comes out at 0.94.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Omaha 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 (91.9) and land at $460 to $1,400.
Omaha: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Omaha 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
$17,400 to $22,300
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,100 to $26,000
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,700 to $29,600
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,600 – $18,700 | $17,700 – $21,800 | $20,800 – $24,900 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,400 – $22,300 | $21,100 – $26,000 | $24,700 – $29,600 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,700 – $36,600 | $34,600 – $42,500 | $40,500 – $48,400 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,800 – $54,500 | $51,600 – $63,200 | $60,300 – $72,000 |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Omaha is 0.94 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $25.39 an hour, which is 13% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.36 and $31.06 an hour. BLS counts 3,230 of them working in the area, 64.8 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 $30.02 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.50 and $38.68 an hour. About 3,530 work in the metro. That is 70.9 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 $30.48 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.63 and $44.62 an hour. BLS counts 2,430 of them working in the area, 48.8 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 $29.34 an hour, which is 10% above the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $23.09 and $32.00 an hour.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $27.13 an hour, 4% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $23.10 and $29.57 an hour. About 440 work in the metro. That is 8.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $22.96 an hour, which is 3% below the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $18.27 and $26.16 an hour. BLS counts 930 of them working in the area, 18.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($31.06 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $440. At the 25th percentile ($22.36) it shrinks by about $230. The total moves by 1.9% or 1.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 498,100 jobs in the Omaha area. That makes it the 51st largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.32% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $22.36 | $25.39 | $31.06 | $29.12 | 0.87 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.50 | $30.02 | $38.68 | $30.38 | 0.99 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $23.63 | $30.48 | $44.62 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $23.09 | $29.34 | $32.00 | $26.77 | 1.10 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.10 | $27.13 | $29.57 | $28.33 | 0.96 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $18.27 | $22.96 | $26.16 | $23.75 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Omaha?
Because every project leans on different trades, Omaha's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs level and home addition −9%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,800 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,550 – $22,500 | −3% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,150 – $13,900 | −7% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $34,700 – $70,400 | −9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $950 – $2,750 | level |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | level |
Omaha against nearby metros and the rest of Nebraska
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 120 sq ft range from $23,300 to $23,800 across Omaha and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NEthis page | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | |
| Lincoln, NE55 miles | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | −1% |
| Sioux City, IA85 miles | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | −1% |
| Des Moines, IA120 miles | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +1% |
| Topeka, KS155 miles | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −1% |
| Sioux Falls, SD160 miles | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −1% |
| Nebraska (statewide) | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | −1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +6% |
Across 300 US metros, Omaha comes in at #201 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $30,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $22,100 (midpoints, 120 sq ft). Statewide, Omaha is 1% above the Nebraska figure.
Other Nebraska metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, NE | 182,620 jobs | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Omaha's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Omaha against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
| Rochester, NY | 494,280 jobs | $18,700 – $31,700 | $25,200 | +7% |
| Buffalo, NY | 534,550 jobs | $18,800 – $31,900 | $25,300 | +8% |
| Fresno, CA | 476,890 jobs | $19,400 – $33,100 | $26,300 | +12% |
Why two Omaha quotes can differ
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.
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Kitchen remodel in Omaha: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Omaha?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,400 to $29,600 in the Omaha area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,100 to $26,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Omaha?
About $141 to $235 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 Omaha or Lincoln?
Lincoln is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,300, which is 1% less than Omaha ($23,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Omaha?
About 20% at the midpoint, or $4,700 out of $23,500. Materials are 76% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Omaha?
$28,700 to $48,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Omaha?
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 Omaha area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Omaha expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Nebraska?
Omaha is 1% above the Nebraska statewide estimate ($23,300 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Nebraska; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Omaha?
The BLS median is $25.39 an hour in the Omaha area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.36 to $31.06.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Omaha?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,400 to $22,300 and premium work $24,700 to $29,600. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Omaha
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.