Kitchen remodel cost in Virginia Beach, VA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,600 – $30,000
- Per sq ft
- $143 – $238
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #156
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a kitchen remodel in the Virginia Beach area: $17,600 to $30,000 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 5% lower than the US figure. Building materials run about 3% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.8).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Virginia Beach, VA, standard level
$21,300 to $26,300
About $171 to $209 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 19% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,600 | $20,200 |
| Labor | $4,000 | $4,850 |
| Permits and fees | $780 | $1,200 |
| Total | $21,300 | $26,300 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Virginia Beach, VA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,800 | $18,400 | $23,000 | 77% |
| Labor | $3,300 | $4,400 | $5,550 | 19% |
| Permits and fees | $490 | $980 | $1,450 | 4% |
| Total | $17,600 | $23,800 | $30,000 | 100% |
Why Virginia Beach prices look the way they do
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 Virginia Beach the blended ratio comes out at 0.89.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Virginia Beach is at 96.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $19,000 nationally becomes $18,400 here (midpoint, 120 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 97.9: $490 to $1,450.
What nearby projects cost in Virginia Beach
Jobs that often go together with kitchen remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Virginia Beach wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement 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 | $4,000 – $12,900 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,350 – $21,600 | −7% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,300 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $34,400 – $69,800 | −9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $840 – $2,600 | −7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Virginia Beach: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Virginia Beach. 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 $22,600
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$21,300 to $26,300
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$25,000 to $30,000
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,800 – $19,000 | $17,900 – $22,100 | $21,100 – $25,200 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,600 – $22,600 | $21,300 – $26,300 | $25,000 – $30,000 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $29,000 – $37,000 | $35,000 – $43,000 | $41,000 – $49,000 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $43,300 – $55,100 | $52,100 – $64,000 | $61,000 – $72,800 |
Is Virginia Beach 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 $23,300 to $24,800 across Virginia Beach and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VAthis page | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | |
| Richmond, VA70 miles | $17,600 – $30,100 | $23,900 | level |
| Greenville, NC100 miles | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | −2% |
| Lexington Park, MD100 miles | $18,400 – $31,300 | $24,800 | +4% |
| Raleigh, NC135 miles | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | −1% |
| Charlottesville, VA145 miles | $17,800 – $30,300 | $24,000 | +1% |
| Virginia (statewide) | $18,300 – $31,200 | $24,800 | +4% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +5% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Virginia Beach ranks #156 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Virginia Beach is 4% below the Virginia figure.
Elsewhere in Virginia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond, VA | 660,350 jobs | $17,600 – $30,100 | $23,900 | level |
| Roanoke, VA | 153,980 jobs | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | −2% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $17,800 – $30,300 | $24,000 | +1% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | −1% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $17,400 – $29,700 | $23,600 | −1% |
| Winchester, VA | 67,740 jobs | $17,500 – $29,900 | $23,700 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Virginia Beach against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | −1% |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $17,500 – $29,800 | $23,600 | −1% |
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $18,100 – $30,800 | $24,400 | +3% |
| Providence, RI | 714,120 jobs | $18,300 – $31,200 | $24,800 | +4% |
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in Virginia Beach
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.
Who does the work: Virginia Beach 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 Virginia Beach the blend is 0.89.
Carpenters (47-2031), 45% of the weighting: a median of $24.76 an hour, 15% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.13 and $29.02 an hour. About 4,020 work in the metro. That is 52.7 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 $29.98 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.76 and $35.42 an hour. BLS counts 5,740 of them working in the area, 75.2 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 $29.75 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.80 and $31.49 an hour. About 5,100 work in the metro. That is 66.8 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 $21.76 an hour, 19% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $17.24 and $27.91 an hour. About 160 work in the metro. That is 2.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 2.3 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.52 an hour, which is 17% below the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $21.41 and $27.44 an hour. BLS counts 270 of them working in the area, 3.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 5% of the weighting: a median of $22.65 an hour, 5% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $18.62 and $27.67 an hour. About 1,610 work in the metro. That is 21.1 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 $330 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $200. That is a swing of roughly 0.9% to 1.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Virginia Beach-Chesapeake-Norfolk has 763,060 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 40th 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% | $22.13 | $24.76 | $29.02 | $29.12 | 0.85 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.76 | $29.98 | $35.42 | $30.38 | 0.99 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $23.80 | $29.75 | $31.49 | $30.67 | 0.97 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $17.24 | $21.76 | $27.91 | $26.77 | 0.81 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $21.41 | $23.52 | $27.44 | $28.33 | 0.83 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $18.62 | $22.65 | $27.67 | $23.75 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.89 | |||||
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Kitchen remodel in Virginia Beach: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Virginia Beach?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,600 to $30,000 in the Virginia Beach area. A standard-spec job lands at $21,300 to $26,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Virginia Beach?
About $143 to $238 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $490 to $1,450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Virginia Beach or Richmond?
Richmond is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,900, which is 0% more than Virginia Beach ($23,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Virginia Beach?
About 19% at the midpoint, or $4,400 out of $23,800. Materials are 77% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Virginia Beach?
$29,000 to $49,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Virginia Beach?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $490 to $1,450 for fees in the Virginia Beach area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Virginia Beach expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Virginia?
Virginia Beach is 4% below the Virginia statewide estimate ($24,800 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Virginia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Virginia Beach?
The BLS median is $24.76 an hour in the Virginia Beach area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.13 to $29.02.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Virginia Beach?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,600 to $22,600 and premium work $25,000 to $30,000. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Virginia Beach
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.