Kitchen remodel cost in Dayton, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,400 – $29,600
- Per sq ft
- $141 – $235
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #195
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a kitchen remodel in the Dayton area: $17,400 to $29,600 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 Dayton, OH, standard level
$21,100 to $26,000
About $170 to $207 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 20% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,000 | $19,600 |
| Labor | $4,300 | $5,300 |
| Permits and fees | $740 | $1,100 |
| Total | $21,100 | $26,000 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Dayton, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,400 | $17,800 | $22,300 | 76% |
| Labor | $3,600 | $4,800 | $6,000 | 20% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $930 | $1,400 | 4% |
| Total | $17,400 | $23,500 | $29,600 | 100% |
What is behind the Dayton number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 6 trades: carpenters at 45%, electricians at 15%, plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters at 15%, tile and stone setters at 10%, drywall and ceiling tile installers at 10%, painters, construction and maintenance at 5%. Weighted together, Dayton wages are 0.96 times the national level. Labor makes up about 20% of the midpoint estimate (20% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Dayton 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 92.7: $460 to $1,400.
Who does the work: Dayton 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 Dayton the blend is 0.96.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $28.04 an hour, 4% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.03 and $31.60 an hour. About 950 work in the metro. That is 25.5 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 $29.75 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.38 and $37.96 an hour. BLS counts 1,920 of them working in the area, 51.5 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 $30.26 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.34 and $39.16 an hour. About 1,130 work in the metro. That is 30.3 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 $22.21 an hour, 17% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $21.31 and $28.25 an hour. About 50 work in the metro. That is 1.3 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 $29.53 an hour, which is 4% above the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $23.18 and $34.00 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 5.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is about average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $22.75 an hour, 4% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $19.00 and $28.00 an hour. About 300 work in the metro. That is 8.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $270 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $390. That is a swing of roughly 1.6% to 1.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek has 372,660 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 70th 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% | $23.03 | $28.04 | $31.60 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.38 | $29.75 | $37.96 | $30.38 | 0.98 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $24.34 | $30.26 | $39.16 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $21.31 | $22.21 | $28.25 | $26.77 | 0.83 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.18 | $29.53 | $34.00 | $28.33 | 1.04 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $19.00 | $22.75 | $28.00 | $23.75 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.96 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen remodel pricing in Dayton
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Dayton. 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
$17,400 to $22,300
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,100 to $26,000
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,800 to $29,600
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,600 – $18,700 | $17,700 – $21,800 | $20,800 – $24,900 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,400 – $22,300 | $21,100 – $26,000 | $24,800 – $29,600 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,700 – $36,600 | $34,600 – $42,600 | $40,600 – $48,500 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,800 – $54,500 | $51,600 – $63,300 | $60,400 – $72,000 |
Related projects, priced for Dayton
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Dayton wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, home addition comes out highest (−3%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,000 – $13,300 | −5% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,900 | −6% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $36,800 – $74,600 | −3% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $850 – $2,600 | −8% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
How Dayton compares
Same job, same size (120 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Indianapolis is the priciest of the group at $24,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton, OHthis page | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | |
| Cincinnati, OH55 miles | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,700 | +1% |
| Columbus, OH70 miles | $17,700 – $30,200 | $24,000 | +2% |
| Fort Wayne, IN100 miles | $17,700 – $30,200 | $23,900 | +2% |
| Indianapolis, IN105 miles | $17,900 – $30,500 | $24,200 | +3% |
| Lexington, KY120 miles | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | level |
| Ohio (statewide) | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,700 | +1% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +6% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Dayton ranks #195 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Dayton 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 | +1% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | +2% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +1% |
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Dayton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $18,600 – $31,600 | $25,100 | +7% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $17,500 – $29,700 | $23,600 | level |
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $17,400 – $29,700 | $23,600 | level |
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $16,700 – $28,400 | $22,500 | −4% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Dayton bid
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).
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Kitchen remodel in Dayton: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Dayton?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,400 to $29,600 in the Dayton area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,100 to $26,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Dayton?
About $141 to $235 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $460 to $1,400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Dayton or Cincinnati?
Cincinnati is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,700, which is 1% more than Dayton ($23,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Dayton?
About 20% at the midpoint, or $4,800 out of $23,500. Materials are 76% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Dayton?
$28,700 to $48,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Dayton?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $460 to $1,400 for fees in the Dayton area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Dayton expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Ohio?
Dayton 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 Dayton?
The BLS median is $28.04 an hour in the Dayton area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.03 to $31.60.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Dayton?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,400 to $22,300 and premium work $24,800 to $29,600. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Dayton
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.