Kitchen remodel cost in Tennessee
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (120 sq ft)
- $17,400 – $29,600
- Per sq ft
- $141 – $235
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $25,000
- Metros covered
- 8
Across Tennessee, a kitchen remodel costs about $17,400 to $29,600 for 120 sq ft. Statewide, that midpoint is 6% below the US figure of $25,000. Carpenters earn a median $24.44 an hour in Tennessee (US: $29.12).
Inside Tennessee, the metros we cover range from $23,100 (Johnson City) to $23,800 (Nashville) at the midpoint. Pick your closest city in the table for a tighter number.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Tennessee (statewide), standard level
$21,100 to $26,000
About $170 to $207 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 18% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $20,100 |
| Labor | $3,850 | $4,750 |
| Permits and fees | $730 | $1,100 |
| Total | $21,100 | $26,000 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Tennessee
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,700 | $18,300 | $22,900 | 78% |
| Labor | $3,200 | $4,300 | $5,350 | 18% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $920 | $1,400 | 4% |
| Total | $17,400 | $23,500 | $29,600 | 100% |
Quality levels and sizes in Tennessee
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Tennessee wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
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
$24,700 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 | $24,700 – $29,600 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,700 – $36,600 | $34,600 – $42,500 | $40,600 – $48,500 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,800 – $54,500 | $51,600 – $63,300 | $60,300 – $72,000 |
Kitchen remodel cost by metro in Tennessee
1 of the 8 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $23,500, and the top-to-bottom gap is 3%. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +1% |
| Chattanooga, TN | $17,400 – $29,700 | $23,500 | level |
| Memphis, TN | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
| Knoxville, TN | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | level |
| Clarksville, TN | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | −1% |
| Kingsport, TN | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,300 | −1% |
| Jackson, TN | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | −1% |
| Johnson City, TN | $17,100 – $29,100 | $23,100 | −2% |
How Tennessee compares with nearby states
Tennessee ranks 40 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. Tennessee sits at $23,500. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kentucky | 170 miles away | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | level |
| Alabama | 190 miles away | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | −1% |
| Georgia | 210 miles away | $17,900 – $30,400 | $24,100 | +3% |
| Indiana | 300 miles away | $17,900 – $30,500 | $24,200 | +3% |
| Mississippi | 330 miles away | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,200 | −1% |
What carpenters and the other trades earn in Tennessee
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 0.86 for Tennessee.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $24.44 an hour, which is 16% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.36 and $28.80 an hour. BLS counts 8,200 of them working in the state, 25.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 15% of the weighting: a median of $29.37 an hour, 3% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.26 and $36.57 an hour. About 17,070 work in the state. That is 52.1 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 $28.17 an hour, which is 8% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.72 and $35.32 an hour. BLS counts 9,270 of them working in the state, 28.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is about average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 10%) the local median is $20.95 an hour, which is 22% below the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $17.57 and $22.81 an hour. BLS counts 350 of them working in the state, 1.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.84 an hour, 19% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $18.98 and $27.18 an hour. About 1,150 work in the state. That is 3.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $20.78 an hour, which is 13% below the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $17.96 and $23.03 an hour. BLS counts 3,040 of them working in the state, 9.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($28.80 an hour) would add about $340 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($22.36) would take off about $160. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 3,278,760 jobs across Tennessee (May 2025), which is 2.1% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $22.36 | $24.44 | $28.80 | $29.12 | 0.84 | state |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.26 | $29.37 | $36.57 | $30.38 | 0.97 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $22.72 | $28.17 | $35.32 | $30.67 | 0.92 | state |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $17.57 | $20.95 | $22.81 | $26.77 | 0.78 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $18.98 | $22.84 | $27.18 | $28.33 | 0.81 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $17.96 | $20.78 | $23.03 | $23.75 | 0.87 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.86 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Tennessee
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Tennessee wages and prices. Against national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (−7%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−11%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,600 | −9% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,100 | −9% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,150 – $14,000 | −7% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $33,800 – $68,600 | −11% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $810 – $2,500 | −11% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | −11% |
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Tennessee
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 Tennessee: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Tennessee?
$17,400 to $29,600 for 120 sq ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Tennessee can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Tennessee is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
Johnson City at about $23,100 (midpoint, 120 sq ft). The priciest is Nashville at $23,800.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Tennessee than the US average?
It is 6% cheaper: $23,500 against $25,000 for 120 sq ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Tennessee?
About 18% ($4,300). Materials are 78%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 0.86x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Tennessee?
The BLS statewide median is $24.44 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.36 to $28.80.
+Where does Tennessee rank for kitchen remodel costs?
40th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $23,500 for 120 sq ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Tennessee?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,400 to $22,300 and premium work $24,700 to $29,600. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel by city in Tennessee
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.