Kitchen remodel cost in Reno, NV
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $18,200 – $31,100
- Per sq ft
- $148 – $246
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #99
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a kitchen remodel in the Reno area: $18,200 to $31,100 for 120 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint lands close to the US figure. 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 Reno, NV, standard level
$22,100 to $27,200
About $177 to $217 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 22% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $20,100 |
| Labor | $4,800 | $5,900 |
| Permits and fees | $810 | $1,200 |
| Total | $22,100 | $27,200 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Reno, NV
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,700 | $18,300 | $22,900 | 74% |
| Labor | $4,000 | $5,350 | $6,700 | 22% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,000 | $1,500 | 4% |
| Total | $18,200 | $24,700 | $31,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Reno number
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 Reno the blended ratio comes out at 1.07.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Reno is at 96.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $18,300 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 101.0: $510 to $1,500.
How Reno compares
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Reno. Chico comes closest at about $26,400.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NVthis page | $18,200 – $31,100 | $24,700 | |
| Chico, CA115 miles | $19,500 – $33,200 | $26,400 | +7% |
| Sacramento, CA125 miles | $19,800 – $33,800 | $26,800 | +9% |
| Redding, CA135 miles | $19,600 – $33,300 | $26,400 | +7% |
| Stockton, CA185 miles | $19,700 – $33,600 | $26,700 | +8% |
| Vallejo, CA185 miles | $20,000 – $34,100 | $27,100 | +10% |
| Nevada (statewide) | $18,100 – $30,900 | $24,500 | −1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Reno ranks #99 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Reno is 1% above the Nevada figure.
Elsewhere in Nevada
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, NV | 1,136,960 jobs | $18,100 – $30,800 | $24,500 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Reno against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven, CT | 281,410 jobs | $18,600 – $31,700 | $25,200 | +2% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $16,800 – $28,600 | $22,700 | −8% |
| Lexington, KY | 286,910 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | −4% |
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | −5% |
Reno: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Reno. 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
$18,200 to $23,400
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$22,100 to $27,200
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$25,900 to $31,100
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $15,300 – $19,600 | $18,500 – $22,900 | $21,800 – $26,200 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $18,200 – $23,400 | $22,100 – $27,200 | $25,900 – $31,100 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $30,100 – $38,400 | $36,300 – $44,600 | $42,500 – $50,800 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $44,900 – $57,100 | $54,000 – $66,300 | $63,200 – $75,400 |
Who does the work: Reno trade wages
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 Reno the blend is 1.07.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $29.98 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.10 and $37.41 an hour. About 2,750 work in the metro. That is 99.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 15%) the local median is $35.00 an hour, which is 15% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.63 and $41.12 an hour. BLS counts 1,490 of them working in the area, 54.0 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 $37.03 an hour, 21% above the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.14 and $44.33 an hour. About 1,170 work in the metro. That is 42.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.20 an hour, 5% above the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $23.72 and $36.25 an hour. About 360 work in the metro. That is 13.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 2.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $27.16 an hour, which is 4% below the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $22.55 and $29.69 an hour. BLS counts 560 of them working in the area, 20.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $25.99 an hour, 9% above the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.62 and $28.32 an hour. About 910 work in the metro. That is 33.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $570 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $450. That is a swing of roughly 1.8% to 2.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Reno has 275,680 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 92nd 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% | $24.10 | $29.98 | $37.41 | $29.12 | 1.03 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.63 | $35.00 | $41.12 | $30.38 | 1.15 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $28.14 | $37.03 | $44.33 | $30.67 | 1.21 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $23.72 | $28.20 | $36.25 | $26.77 | 1.05 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $22.55 | $27.16 | $29.69 | $28.33 | 0.96 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $22.62 | $25.99 | $28.32 | $23.75 | 1.09 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.07 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Reno?
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Reno wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, shower pan comes out highest (+6%) and window replacement lowest (−4%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,250 – $14,300 | +1% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,850 – $24,100 | +3% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $38,800 – $78,600 | +2% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,000 – $2,950 | +6% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | level |
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Reno
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+.
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Kitchen remodel in Reno: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Reno?
For 120 sq ft, expect $18,200 to $31,100 in the Reno area. A standard-spec job lands at $22,100 to $27,200. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Reno?
About $148 to $246 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $510 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Reno or Chico?
Chico is 115 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $26,400, which is 7% more than Reno ($24,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Reno?
About 22% at the midpoint, or $5,350 out of $24,700. Materials are 74% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Reno?
$30,100 to $50,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Reno?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $510 to $1,500 for fees in the Reno area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Reno expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Nevada?
Reno is 1% above 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 Reno?
The BLS median is $29.98 an hour in the Reno area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.10 to $37.41.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Reno?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $18,200 to $23,400 and premium work $25,900 to $31,100. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Reno
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.