Kitchen remodel cost in Canton, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,300 – $29,500
- Per sq ft
- $141 – $234
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #227
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a kitchen remodel in the Canton area: $17,300 to $29,500 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 runs 6% lower than the US figure. 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 Canton, OH, standard level
$21,000 to $25,800
About $169 to $206 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 20% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,000 | $19,600 |
| Labor | $4,250 | $5,150 |
| Permits and fees | $720 | $1,050 |
| Total | $21,000 | $25,800 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Canton, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,400 | $17,800 | $22,300 | 76% |
| Labor | $3,500 | $4,700 | $5,850 | 20% |
| Permits and fees | $450 | $890 | $1,350 | 4% |
| Total | $17,300 | $23,400 | $29,500 | 100% |
Why Canton 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 Canton the blended ratio comes out at 0.94.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Canton 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 89.4: $450 to $1,350.
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 Canton. The wage table below marks each row.
Canton against nearby metros and the rest of Ohio
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Canton. Youngstown is the lowest at about $23,300 (midpoint, 120 sq ft), 40 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OHthis page | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | |
| Akron, OH30 miles | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | +2% |
| Youngstown, OH40 miles | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,300 | level |
| Wheeling, WV55 miles | $17,700 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +2% |
| Cleveland, OH65 miles | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +2% |
| Pittsburgh, PA75 miles | $18,800 – $31,900 | $25,400 | +8% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,700 | +1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Canton ranks #227 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Canton is 1% below the Ohio figure.
Elsewhere in Ohio
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $17,700 – $30,200 | $24,000 | +2% |
| 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 | +2% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | +2% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Canton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont, TX | 163,220 jobs | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | level |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 jobs | $16,900 – $28,800 | $22,800 | −2% |
| Spartanburg, SC | 165,150 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +7% |
Canton: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Canton. 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
$17,300 to $22,200
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,000 to $25,800
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,600 to $29,500
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,500 – $18,600 | $17,600 – $21,700 | $20,700 – $24,800 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,300 – $22,200 | $21,000 – $25,800 | $24,600 – $29,500 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,600 – $36,400 | $34,500 – $42,300 | $40,400 – $48,200 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,600 – $54,300 | $51,300 – $63,000 | $60,100 – $71,700 |
Related projects, priced for Canton
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Canton wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, home addition comes out highest (−4%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $13,100 | −7% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,350 – $21,700 | −7% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,300 | −5% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $36,600 – $74,200 | −4% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $830 – $2,550 | −10% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Who does the work: Canton 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 Canton the blend is 0.94.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $27.18 an hour, 7% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.33 and $34.27 an hour. About 380 work in the metro. That is 23.3 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 $29.48 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.72 and $38.11 an hour. BLS counts 640 of them working in the area, 39.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 15% of the weighting: a median of $28.83 an hour, 6% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.04 and $39.58 an hour. About 460 work in the metro. That is 28.2 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 Canton metro, so we used the Ohio statewide median: $22.18 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.03 and $28.15 an hour.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Canton metro, so we used the Ohio statewide median: $29.53 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.65 and $34.11 an hour.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $23.37 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $20.09 and $29.60 an hour. About 220 work in the metro. That is 13.5 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 $550 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $450. That is a swing of roughly 1.9% to 2.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Canton-Massillon has 163,080 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 145th 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% | $21.33 | $27.18 | $34.27 | $29.12 | 0.93 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $22.72 | $29.48 | $38.11 | $30.38 | 0.97 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $23.04 | $28.83 | $39.58 | $30.67 | 0.94 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $20.03 | $22.18 | $28.15 | $26.77 | 0.83 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.65 | $29.53 | $34.11 | $28.33 | 1.04 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $20.09 | $23.37 | $29.60 | $23.75 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
Why two Canton quotes can differ
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.
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Kitchen remodel in Canton: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Canton?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,300 to $29,500 in the Canton area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,000 to $25,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Canton?
About $141 to $234 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $450 to $1,350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Canton or Akron?
Akron is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,900, which is 2% more than Canton ($23,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Canton?
About 20% at the midpoint, or $4,700 out of $23,400. Materials are 76% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Canton?
$28,600 to $48,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Canton?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $450 to $1,350 for fees in the Canton area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Canton expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Ohio?
Canton is 1% below 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 Canton?
The BLS median is $27.18 an hour in the Canton area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.33 to $34.27.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Canton?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,300 to $22,200 and premium work $24,600 to $29,500. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Canton
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.