Kitchen remodel cost in Ogden, UT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,600 – $29,900
- Per sq ft
- $142 – $237
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #163
- 1 = most expensive
A kitchen remodel in Ogden, UT usually costs $17,600 to $29,900 for 120 sq ft. That works out to about $142 to $237 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,250 less. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.4).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Ogden, UT, standard level
$21,300 to $26,200
About $171 to $208 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 19% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $20,200 |
| Labor | $3,950 | $4,850 |
| Permits and fees | $800 | $1,200 |
| Total | $21,300 | $26,200 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Ogden, UT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,800 | $18,300 | $22,900 | 77% |
| Labor | $3,300 | $4,400 | $5,500 | 19% |
| Permits and fees | $500 | $1,000 | $1,500 | 4% |
| Total | $17,600 | $23,700 | $29,900 | 100% |
Where the Ogden price comes from
Labor is 19% 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 Ogden the blended ratio comes out at 0.88.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Ogden is at 96.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $18,300 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 100.3: $500 to $1,500.
What local crews earn in Ogden
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 Ogden the blend is 0.88.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $23.21 an hour, 20% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.46 and $29.31 an hour. About 2,150 work in the metro. That is 79.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 15%) the local median is $29.82 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.53 and $36.93 an hour. BLS counts 1,670 of them working in the area, 61.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 15% of the weighting: a median of $31.18 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.02 and $37.71 an hour. About 1,310 work in the metro. That is 48.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.76 an hour, 15% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $17.24 and $27.60 an hour. About 170 work in the metro. That is 6.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 2.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $26.08 an hour, which is 8% below the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $20.75 and $31.13 an hour. BLS counts 360 of them working in the area, 13.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $22.88 an hour, 4% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $18.32 and $32.65 an hour. About 600 work in the metro. That is 22.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $470 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $130. That is a swing of roughly 0.6% to 2.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Ogden has 271,370 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 95th 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% | $21.46 | $23.21 | $29.31 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.53 | $29.82 | $36.93 | $30.38 | 0.98 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $24.02 | $31.18 | $37.71 | $30.67 | 1.02 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $17.24 | $22.76 | $27.60 | $26.77 | 0.85 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $20.75 | $26.08 | $31.13 | $28.33 | 0.92 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $18.32 | $22.88 | $32.65 | $23.75 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.88 | |||||
Is Ogden cheap or dear? The local comparison
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 120 sq ft range from $23,500 to $24,200 across Ogden and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ogden, UTthis page | $17,600 – $29,900 | $23,700 | |
| Logan, UT55 miles | $17,500 – $29,700 | $23,600 | −1% |
| Salt Lake City, UT70 miles | $17,900 – $30,500 | $24,200 | +2% |
| Provo, UT90 miles | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | level |
| Idaho Falls, ID175 miles | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | −1% |
| Grand Junction, CO230 miles | $17,800 – $30,300 | $24,100 | +1% |
| Utah (statewide) | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | level |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +5% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Ogden ranks #163 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Ogden is 0% below the Utah figure.
Elsewhere in Utah
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | 826,210 jobs | $17,900 – $30,500 | $24,200 | +2% |
| Provo, UT | 304,660 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | level |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −1% |
| Logan, UT | 66,800 jobs | $17,500 – $29,700 | $23,600 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Ogden against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | −2% |
| Jackson, MS | 270,730 jobs | $17,200 – $29,200 | $23,200 | −2% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $16,800 – $28,600 | $22,700 | −5% |
| Poughkeepsie, NY | 268,970 jobs | $20,200 – $34,400 | $27,300 | +15% |
Ogden: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Ogden. 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
$17,600 to $22,500
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,300 to $26,200
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$25,000 to $29,900
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,700 – $18,900 | $17,900 – $22,100 | $21,000 – $25,200 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,600 – $22,500 | $21,300 – $26,200 | $25,000 – $29,900 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,900 – $36,900 | $34,900 – $42,900 | $40,900 – $48,900 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $43,100 – $54,900 | $52,000 – $63,800 | $60,800 – $72,600 |
Why two Ogden quotes can differ
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).
Planning more than one job in Ogden?
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Ogden wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, shower pan comes out highest (−5%) and home addition lowest (−9%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,600 | −9% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,900 | −6% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,200 – $14,100 | −6% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $34,400 – $69,800 | −9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $870 – $2,700 | −5% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
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Kitchen remodel in Ogden: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Ogden?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,600 to $29,900 in the Ogden area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,300 to $26,200. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Ogden?
About $142 to $237 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $500 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Ogden or Logan?
Logan is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,600, which is 1% less than Ogden ($23,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Ogden?
About 19% at the midpoint, or $4,400 out of $23,700. Materials are 77% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Ogden?
$28,900 to $48,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Ogden?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $500 to $1,500 for fees in the Ogden area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Ogden expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Utah?
Ogden is 0% below the Utah statewide estimate ($23,800 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Utah; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Ogden?
The BLS median is $23.21 an hour in the Ogden area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.46 to $29.31.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Ogden?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,600 to $22,500 and premium work $25,000 to $29,900. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Ogden
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.