Kitchen remodel cost in Rhode Island
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (120 sq ft)
- $18,200 – $31,000
- Per sq ft
- $147 – $245
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $25,000
- Metros covered
- 1
Across Rhode Island, a kitchen remodel costs about $18,200 to $31,000 for 120 sq ft. Statewide, that midpoint is 2% below the US figure of $25,000. Carpenters earn a median $29.25 an hour in Rhode Island (US: $29.12).
Rhode Island has one metro in our dataset, Providence, so the statewide and metro figures are close. The state figure uses BLS statewide wages, which include rural areas.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Rhode Island (statewide), standard level
$22,000 to $27,100
About $177 to $216 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 21% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,600 | $20,300 |
| Labor | $4,550 | $5,600 |
| Permits and fees | $820 | $1,250 |
| Total | $22,000 | $27,100 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Rhode Island
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,900 | $18,500 | $23,100 | 75% |
| Labor | $3,800 | $5,050 | $6,350 | 21% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,000 | $1,550 | 4% |
| Total | $18,200 | $24,600 | $31,000 | 100% |
How Rhode Island compares with nearby states
Rhode Island ranks 19 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for kitchen remodel, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $29,500 and the cheapest Arkansas at $22,500, both for 120 sq ft at the midpoint. Rhode Island sits at $24,600. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 50 miles away | $19,400 – $33,100 | $26,300 | +7% |
| Connecticut | 80 miles away | $18,600 – $31,600 | $25,100 | +2% |
| New Hampshire | 90 miles away | $18,300 – $31,300 | $24,800 | +1% |
| New York | 160 miles away | $20,200 – $34,500 | $27,400 | +11% |
| Maine | 170 miles away | $18,400 – $31,300 | $24,800 | +1% |
Quality levels and sizes in Rhode Island
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Rhode Island wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$18,200 to $23,300
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$22,000 to $27,100
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$25,900 to $31,000
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $15,200 – $19,600 | $18,500 – $22,800 | $21,700 – $26,100 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $18,200 – $23,300 | $22,000 – $27,100 | $25,900 – $31,000 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $29,900 – $38,200 | $36,100 – $44,400 | $42,300 – $50,600 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $44,700 – $56,900 | $53,800 – $66,000 | $62,900 – $75,100 |
Rhode Island metro-by-metro prices
Rhode Island has one metro in our dataset, Providence, so the statewide and metro figures are close. The state figure uses BLS statewide wages, which include rural areas. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (120 sq ft) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | $18,300 – $31,200 | $24,800 | +1% |
Other Rhode Island jobs that often go with kitchen remodel
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Rhode Island wages and prices. Against national midpoints, home addition comes out highest (+2%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−6%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,250 – $14,200 | +1% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,650 – $23,100 | −1% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,500 – $14,800 | −1% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $38,700 – $78,500 | +2% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $960 – $2,850 | +2% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | −6% |
Wages behind the Rhode Island number
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 6 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 1.02 for Rhode Island.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $29.25 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $25.14 and $36.42 an hour. BLS counts 2,580 of them working in the state, 51.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 15% of the weighting: a median of $35.62 an hour, 17% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $28.08 and $46.01 an hour. About 2,420 work in the state. That is 48.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 15%) the local median is $36.77 an hour, which is 20% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.24 and $51.61 an hour. BLS counts 1,820 of them working in the state, 36.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.64 an hour, which is 12% below the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $19.07 and $28.47 an hour.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.65 an hour, 20% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $20.01 and $35.13 an hour. About 440 work in the state. That is 8.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $20.00 an hour, which is 16% below the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $17.90 and $26.95 an hour. BLS counts 1,160 of them working in the state, 23.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($36.42 an hour) would add about $550 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($25.14) would take off about $320. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 501,340 jobs across Rhode Island (May 2025), which is 0.3% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $25.14 | $29.25 | $36.42 | $29.12 | 1.00 | state |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $28.08 | $35.62 | $46.01 | $30.38 | 1.17 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $28.24 | $36.77 | $51.61 | $30.67 | 1.20 | state |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $19.07 | $23.64 | $28.47 | $26.77 | 0.88 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $20.01 | $22.65 | $35.13 | $28.33 | 0.80 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $17.90 | $20.00 | $26.95 | $23.75 | 0.84 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.02 | |||||
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Rhode Island
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.
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.
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Kitchen remodel in Rhode Island: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Rhode Island?
$18,200 to $31,000 for 120 sq ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Rhode Island can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Rhode Island is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
Providence at about $24,800 (midpoint, 120 sq ft).
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Rhode Island than the US average?
It is 2% cheaper: $24,600 against $25,000 for 120 sq ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Rhode Island?
About 21% ($5,050). Materials are 75%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 1.02x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Rhode Island?
The BLS statewide median is $29.25 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $25.14 to $36.42.
+Where does Rhode Island rank for kitchen remodel costs?
19th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $24,600 for 120 sq ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Rhode Island?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $18,200 to $23,300 and premium work $25,900 to $31,000. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel by city in Rhode Island
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.