Kitchen remodel cost in Atlantic City, NJ
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $18,700 – $31,800
- Per sq ft
- $151 – $252
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #63
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a kitchen remodel in the Atlantic City area: $18,700 to $31,800 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. Carpenters earn a median of $29.25 an hour in the Atlantic City area, 0% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Atlantic City, NJ, standard level
$22,600 to $27,800
About $182 to $222 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 21% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $17,100 | $20,900 |
| Labor | $4,700 | $5,750 |
| Permits and fees | $790 | $1,200 |
| Total | $22,600 | $27,800 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Atlantic City, NJ
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $14,200 | $19,000 | $23,700 | 75% |
| Labor | $3,950 | $5,250 | $6,550 | 21% |
| Permits and fees | $490 | $990 | $1,500 | 4% |
| Total | $18,700 | $25,200 | $31,800 | 100% |
Why Atlantic City prices look the way they do
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 Atlantic City the blended ratio comes out at 1.05.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Atlantic City is at 99.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $19,000 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 98.9: $490 to $1,500.
Data note: 20% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Atlantic City. The wage table below marks each row.
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Atlantic City
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.
Who does the work: Atlantic City 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 Atlantic City the blend is 1.05.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $29.25 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.62 and $35.44 an hour. About 970 work in the metro. That is 57.5 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 $31.59 an hour, which is 4% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $27.97 and $45.62 an hour. BLS counts 710 of them working in the area, 42.1 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 $30.87 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $27.08 and $37.58 an hour. About 530 work in the metro. That is 31.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Atlantic City metro, so we used the New Jersey statewide median: $29.99 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $22.31 and $46.73 an hour.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Atlantic City metro, so we used the New Jersey statewide median: $36.09 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $25.81 and $55.42 an hour.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $25.45 an hour, 7% above the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $17.88 and $32.80 an hour. About 460 work in the metro. That is 27.3 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 $480 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $430. That is a swing of roughly 1.7% to 1.9% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Atlantic City-Hammonton has 168,700 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 139th 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% | $23.62 | $29.25 | $35.44 | $29.12 | 1.00 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $27.97 | $31.59 | $45.62 | $30.38 | 1.04 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $27.08 | $30.87 | $37.58 | $30.67 | 1.01 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $22.31 | $29.99 | $46.73 | $26.77 | 1.12 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $25.81 | $36.09 | $55.42 | $28.33 | 1.27 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $17.88 | $25.45 | $32.80 | $23.75 | 1.07 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
Atlantic City against nearby metros and the rest of New Jersey
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 $23,800 to $25,800 across Atlantic City and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City, NJthis page | $18,700 – $31,800 | $25,200 | |
| Vineland, NJ20 miles | $18,900 – $32,200 | $25,500 | +1% |
| Dover, DE45 miles | $17,600 – $29,900 | $23,800 | −6% |
| Philadelphia, PA50 miles | $18,400 – $31,400 | $24,900 | −1% |
| Trenton, NJ70 miles | $19,100 – $32,500 | $25,800 | +2% |
| Lancaster, PA95 miles | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | −1% |
| New Jersey (statewide) | $20,100 – $34,200 | $27,100 | +8% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | −1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Atlantic City ranks #63 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Atlantic City is 7% below the New Jersey figure.
Elsewhere in New Jersey
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | 240,190 jobs | $19,100 – $32,500 | $25,800 | +2% |
| Vineland, NJ | 62,300 jobs | $18,900 – $32,200 | $25,500 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Atlantic City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins, CO | 169,430 jobs | $17,900 – $30,400 | $24,200 | −4% |
| Lubbock, TX | 166,780 jobs | $16,700 – $28,400 | $22,500 | −11% |
| Port St. Lucie, FL | 170,820 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | −7% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $18,500 – $31,400 | $24,900 | −1% |
Related projects, priced for Atlantic City
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Atlantic City wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, home addition comes out highest (+6%) and kitchen cabinets lowest (level); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,250 – $14,000 | level |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,850 – $24,100 | +4% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,700 – $15,400 | +3% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $40,200 – $81,400 | +6% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $980 – $2,900 | +3% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $320 – $1,550 | +4% |
Atlantic City: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Atlantic City. 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
$18,700 to $23,900
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$22,600 to $27,800
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$26,500 to $31,800
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $15,600 – $20,100 | $19,000 – $23,400 | $22,300 – $26,700 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $18,700 – $23,900 | $22,600 – $27,800 | $26,500 – $31,800 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $30,800 – $39,200 | $37,100 – $45,600 | $43,500 – $51,900 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $45,900 – $58,400 | $55,300 – $67,800 | $64,700 – $77,200 |
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Kitchen remodel in Atlantic City: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Atlantic City?
For 120 sq ft, expect $18,700 to $31,800 in the Atlantic City area. A standard-spec job lands at $22,600 to $27,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Atlantic City?
About $151 to $252 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $490 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Atlantic City or Vineland?
Vineland is 20 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $25,500, which is 1% more than Atlantic City ($25,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Atlantic City?
About 21% at the midpoint, or $5,250 out of $25,200. Materials are 75% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Atlantic City?
$30,800 to $51,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Atlantic City?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $490 to $1,500 for fees in the Atlantic City area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Atlantic City expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of New Jersey?
Atlantic City is 7% below the New Jersey statewide estimate ($27,100 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in New Jersey; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Atlantic City?
The BLS median is $29.25 an hour in the Atlantic City area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.62 to $35.44.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Atlantic City?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $18,700 to $23,900 and premium work $26,500 to $31,800. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Atlantic 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.