Kitchen remodel cost in Las Vegas, NV
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $18,100 – $30,800
- Per sq ft
- $147 – $244
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #104
- 1 = most expensive
Las Vegas homeowners pay roughly $18,100 to $30,800 to remodel a kitchen at 120 sq ft, or $147 to $244 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Las Vegas is almost level. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.3).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Las Vegas, NV, standard level
$21,900 to $27,000
About $176 to $215 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 21% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $20,100 |
| Labor | $4,650 | $5,650 |
| Permits and fees | $800 | $1,200 |
| Total | $21,900 | $27,000 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Las Vegas, NV
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,700 | $18,300 | $22,900 | 75% |
| Labor | $3,850 | $5,150 | $6,450 | 21% |
| Permits and fees | $500 | $1,000 | $1,500 | 4% |
| Total | $18,100 | $24,500 | $30,800 | 100% |
What is behind the Las Vegas number
Labor is 21% 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 Las Vegas the blended ratio comes out at 1.03.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Las Vegas metro is 96.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 120 sq ft comes to $18,300, compared with $19,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.2) and land at $500 to $1,500.
Las Vegas against nearby metros and the rest of Nevada
Same job, same size (120 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Riverside is the priciest of the group at $25,800. Lake Havasu City is the cheapest at $23,400.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, NVthis page | $18,100 – $30,800 | $24,500 | |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ80 miles | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | −4% |
| St. George, UT110 miles | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −4% |
| Riverside, CA130 miles | $19,100 – $32,600 | $25,800 | +6% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ175 miles | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | −2% |
| Flagstaff, AZ185 miles | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | −2% |
| Nevada (statewide) | $18,100 – $30,900 | $24,500 | level |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +2% |
Across 300 US metros, Las Vegas comes in at #104 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $30,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $22,100 (midpoints, 120 sq ft). Statewide, Las Vegas is 0% below the Nevada figure.
Other Nevada metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 275,680 jobs | $18,200 – $31,100 | $24,700 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Las Vegas's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Las Vegas against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $20,500 – $34,900 | $27,700 | +13% |
| San Jose, CA | 1,134,970 jobs | $20,700 – $35,200 | $28,000 | +14% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,200 | −5% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $17,000 – $28,900 | $23,000 | −6% |
What nearby projects cost in Las Vegas
Because every project leans on different trades, Las Vegas's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen backsplash runs +3% and window replacement −4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,200 – $14,000 | level |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,750 – $23,400 | +1% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $37,700 – $76,400 | −1% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $950 – $2,800 | +1% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $310 – $1,550 | +3% |
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 Las Vegas is 1.03 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $29.99 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.25 and $39.81 an hour. BLS counts 9,310 of them working in the area, 81.9 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 $34.08 an hour, 12% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.26 and $46.72 an hour. About 5,730 work in the metro. That is 50.4 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 $28.70 an hour, which is 6% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.78 and $42.13 an hour. BLS counts 3,800 of them working in the area, 33.4 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 $30.55 an hour, which is 14% above the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $24.55 and $47.23 an hour. BLS counts 990 of them working in the area, 8.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $25.13 an hour, 11% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $22.47 and $30.29 an hour. About 2,340 work in the metro. That is 20.6 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 $27.58 an hour, which is 16% above the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.57 and $33.34 an hour. BLS counts 3,030 of them working in the area, 26.7 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 ($39.81 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $760. At the 25th percentile ($24.25) it shrinks by about $440. 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 1,136,960 jobs in the Las Vegas-Henderson-North Las Vegas area. That makes it the 26th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.73% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $24.25 | $29.99 | $39.81 | $29.12 | 1.03 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.26 | $34.08 | $46.72 | $30.38 | 1.12 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $22.78 | $28.70 | $42.13 | $30.67 | 0.94 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $24.55 | $30.55 | $47.23 | $26.77 | 1.14 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $22.47 | $25.13 | $30.29 | $28.33 | 0.89 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $22.57 | $27.58 | $33.34 | $23.75 | 1.16 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.03 | |||||
Why two Las Vegas 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).
Las Vegas: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Las Vegas 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
$18,100 to $23,200
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,900 to $27,000
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$25,700 to $30,800
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $15,200 – $19,500 | $18,400 – $22,700 | $21,600 – $25,900 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $18,100 – $23,200 | $21,900 – $27,000 | $25,700 – $30,800 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $29,800 – $38,000 | $36,000 – $44,200 | $42,100 – $50,400 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $44,500 – $56,600 | $53,600 – $65,700 | $62,700 – $74,800 |
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Kitchen remodel in Las Vegas: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Las Vegas?
For 120 sq ft, expect $18,100 to $30,800 in the Las Vegas area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,900 to $27,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Las Vegas?
About $147 to $244 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $500 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Las Vegas or Lake Havasu City?
Lake Havasu City is 80 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,400, which is 4% less than Las Vegas ($24,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Las Vegas?
About 21% at the midpoint, or $5,150 out of $24,500. Materials are 75% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Las Vegas?
$29,800 to $50,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Las Vegas?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $500 to $1,500 for fees in the Las Vegas area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Las Vegas expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Nevada?
Las Vegas is 0% below the Nevada statewide estimate ($24,500 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Nevada; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Las Vegas?
The BLS median is $29.99 an hour in the Las Vegas area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.25 to $39.81.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Las Vegas?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $18,100 to $23,200 and premium work $25,700 to $30,800. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Las Vegas
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.