Kitchen remodel cost in Akron, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,700 – $30,100
- Per sq ft
- $144 – $240
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #142
- 1 = most expensive
A kitchen remodel in Akron, OH usually costs $17,700 to $30,100 for 120 sq ft. That works out to about $144 to $240 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,050 less. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.6).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Akron, OH, standard level
$21,400 to $26,400
About $172 to $211 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 22% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,000 | $19,600 |
| Labor | $4,650 | $5,700 |
| Permits and fees | $750 | $1,100 |
| Total | $21,400 | $26,400 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Akron, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,400 | $17,800 | $22,300 | 74% |
| Labor | $3,900 | $5,200 | $6,500 | 22% |
| Permits and fees | $470 | $930 | $1,400 | 4% |
| Total | $17,700 | $23,900 | $30,100 | 100% |
Why Akron 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 Akron the blended ratio comes out at 1.04.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Akron is at 93.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $17,800 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.4: $470 to $1,400.
Akron against nearby metros and the rest of Ohio
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Akron. Youngstown is the lowest at about $23,300 (midpoint, 120 sq ft), 30 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron, OHthis page | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | |
| Canton, OH30 miles | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −2% |
| Youngstown, OH30 miles | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,300 | −3% |
| Cleveland, OH35 miles | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | −1% |
| Wheeling, WV85 miles | $17,700 – $30,000 | $23,800 | level |
| Pittsburgh, PA90 miles | $18,800 – $31,900 | $25,400 | +6% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,700 | −1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +4% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Akron ranks #142 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Akron is 1% above the Ohio figure.
Elsewhere in Ohio
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $17,700 – $30,200 | $24,000 | level |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,700 | −1% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | −1% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | −2% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | level |
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Akron against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oxnard, CA | 323,890 jobs | $19,700 – $33,600 | $26,600 | +11% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 316,060 jobs | $17,800 – $30,300 | $24,000 | level |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $18,800 – $32,000 | $25,400 | +6% |
| Wichita, KS | 308,570 jobs | $17,200 – $29,200 | $23,200 | −3% |
What local crews earn in Akron
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 Akron the blend is 1.04.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $29.36 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.61 and $37.10 an hour. About 980 work in the metro. That is 30.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 15%) the local median is $37.19 an hour, which is 22% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $28.73 and $48.37 an hour. BLS counts 1,360 of them working in the area, 42.6 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 $30.50 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.56 and $39.73 an hour. About 1,070 work in the metro. That is 33.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.48 an hour, 16% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $20.81 and $29.97 an hour. About 50 work in the metro. That is 1.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 2.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $31.95 an hour, which is 13% above the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $22.92 and $34.51 an hour. BLS counts 30 of them working in the area, 0.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $27.67 an hour, 17% above the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.02 and $34.84 an hour. About 460 work in the metro. That is 14.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $600 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $370. That is a swing of roughly 1.5% to 2.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Akron has 319,560 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 80th 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% | $24.61 | $29.36 | $37.10 | $29.12 | 1.01 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $28.73 | $37.19 | $48.37 | $30.38 | 1.22 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $23.56 | $30.50 | $39.73 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $20.81 | $22.48 | $29.97 | $26.77 | 0.84 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $22.92 | $31.95 | $34.51 | $28.33 | 1.13 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $22.02 | $27.67 | $34.84 | $23.75 | 1.17 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.04 | |||||
Akron: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Akron. 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
$17,700 to $22,700
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,400 to $26,400
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$25,200 to $30,100
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,800 – $19,000 | $18,000 – $22,200 | $21,100 – $25,400 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,700 – $22,700 | $21,400 – $26,400 | $25,200 – $30,100 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $29,200 – $37,200 | $35,200 – $43,300 | $41,300 – $49,300 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $43,600 – $55,500 | $52,500 – $64,400 | $61,400 – $73,300 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Akron bid
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).
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.
Related projects, priced for Akron
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Akron wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, home addition comes out highest (+1%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,100 – $13,800 | −2% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,600 – $22,700 | −2% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $38,500 – $77,900 | +1% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $860 – $2,600 | −7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
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Kitchen remodel in Akron: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Akron?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,700 to $30,100 in the Akron area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,400 to $26,400. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Akron?
About $144 to $240 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $470 to $1,400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Akron or Canton?
Canton is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,400, which is 2% less than Akron ($23,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Akron?
About 22% at the midpoint, or $5,200 out of $23,900. Materials are 74% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Akron?
$29,200 to $49,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Akron?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $470 to $1,400 for fees in the Akron area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Akron expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Ohio?
Akron is 1% above the Ohio statewide estimate ($23,700 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Akron?
The BLS median is $29.36 an hour in the Akron area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.61 to $37.10.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Akron?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,700 to $22,700 and premium work $25,200 to $30,100. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Akron
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.