Kitchen remodel cost in Kenosha, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $19,700 – $33,400
- Per sq ft
- $160 – $266
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +6%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #35
- 1 = most expensive
Kenosha homeowners pay roughly $19,700 to $33,400 to remodel a kitchen at 120 sq ft, or $160 to $266 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Kenosha is 6% higher. Building materials run about 6% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 106.2).
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Kenosha, WI, standard level
$23,800 to $29,300
About $191 to $234 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 20% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $18,200 | $22,200 |
| Labor | $4,800 | $5,850 |
| Permits and fees | $810 | $1,200 |
| Total | $23,800 | $29,300 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Kenosha, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $15,100 | $20,200 | $25,200 | 76% |
| Labor | $4,000 | $5,350 | $6,650 | 20% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,000 | $1,500 | 4% |
| Total | $19,700 | $26,500 | $33,400 | 100% |
What is behind the Kenosha number
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 45% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.90 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Kenosha is 1.07 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 20% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Kenosha metro is 106.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 120 sq ft comes to $20,200, compared with $19,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.1) and land at $510 to $1,500.
Data note: 20% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Kenosha. The wage table below marks each row.
Specs and site conditions that change a Kenosha 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).
Related projects, priced for Kenosha
Because every project leans on different trades, Kenosha's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +12% and kitchen cabinets +4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,450 – $14,600 | +4% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $5,100 – $25,200 | +8% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,800 – $15,900 | +6% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $40,100 – $81,100 | +5% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,100 | +12% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $330 – $1,600 | +8% |
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 6 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Kenosha is 1.07 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $28.90 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.15 and $35.62 an hour. BLS counts 310 of them working in the area, 41.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 15% of the weighting: a median of $36.04 an hour, 19% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.67 and $42.33 an hour. About 120 work in the metro. That is 15.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 15%) the local median is $37.18 an hour, which is 21% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.43 and $48.11 an hour. BLS counts 150 of them working in the area, 19.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Kenosha metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median: $30.14 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $27.44 and $36.42 an hour.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Kenosha metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median: $28.83 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.05 and $33.42 an hour.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $23.47 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.02 and $28.97 an hour. BLS counts 100 of them working in the area, 13.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.62 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $520. At the 25th percentile ($24.15) it shrinks by about $370. The total moves by 1.9% or 1.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 75,450 jobs in the Kenosha area. That makes it the 245th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $24.15 | $28.90 | $35.62 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.67 | $36.04 | $42.33 | $30.38 | 1.19 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $28.43 | $37.18 | $48.11 | $30.67 | 1.21 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $27.44 | $30.14 | $36.42 | $26.77 | 1.13 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.05 | $28.83 | $33.42 | $28.33 | 1.02 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $22.02 | $23.47 | $28.97 | $23.75 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.07 | |||||
How Kenosha compares
Same job, same size (120 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Chicago is the priciest of the group at $28,400. Racine is the cheapest at $24,300.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WIthis page | $19,700 – $33,400 | $26,500 | |
| Racine, WI15 miles | $18,000 – $30,600 | $24,300 | −9% |
| Milwaukee, WI20 miles | $18,100 – $30,800 | $24,400 | −8% |
| Chicago, IL55 miles | $21,000 – $35,800 | $28,400 | +7% |
| Janesville, WI60 miles | $18,400 – $31,200 | $24,800 | −7% |
| Rockford, IL60 miles | $18,600 – $31,600 | $25,100 | −5% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $18,000 – $30,700 | $24,300 | −8% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | −6% |
Across 300 US metros, Kenosha comes in at #35 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $30,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $22,100 (midpoints, 120 sq ft). Statewide, Kenosha is 9% above the Wisconsin figure.
Other Wisconsin metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $18,100 – $30,800 | $24,400 | −8% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $18,100 – $30,900 | $24,500 | −8% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $18,000 – $30,600 | $24,300 | −9% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $18,000 – $30,600 | $24,300 | −9% |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $18,600 – $31,700 | $25,100 | −5% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $17,900 – $30,500 | $24,200 | −9% |
Cities with a workforce like Kenosha's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Kenosha against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $17,400 – $29,700 | $23,600 | −11% |
| Abilene, TX | 75,070 jobs | $16,700 – $28,400 | $22,500 | −15% |
| Racine, WI | 76,280 jobs | $18,000 – $30,600 | $24,300 | −9% |
| Sioux City, IA | 75,010 jobs | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | −12% |
Kenosha: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Kenosha wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$19,700 to $25,200
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$23,800 to $29,300
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$27,900 to $33,400
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $16,500 – $21,100 | $20,000 – $24,600 | $23,400 – $28,100 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $19,700 – $25,200 | $23,800 – $29,300 | $27,900 – $33,400 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $32,400 – $41,300 | $39,100 – $48,000 | $45,800 – $54,700 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $48,400 – $61,500 | $58,200 – $71,400 | $68,100 – $81,300 |
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Kitchen remodel in Kenosha: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Kenosha?
For 120 sq ft, expect $19,700 to $33,400 in the Kenosha area. A standard-spec job lands at $23,800 to $29,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Kenosha?
About $160 to $266 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $510 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Kenosha or Racine?
Racine is 15 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $24,300, which is 9% less than Kenosha ($26,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Kenosha?
About 20% at the midpoint, or $5,350 out of $26,500. Materials are 76% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Kenosha?
$32,400 to $54,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Kenosha?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $510 to $1,500 for fees in the Kenosha area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Kenosha expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Kenosha is 9% above the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($24,300 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Kenosha?
The BLS median is $28.90 an hour in the Kenosha area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.15 to $35.62.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Kenosha?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $19,700 to $25,200 and premium work $27,900 to $33,400. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Kenosha
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.