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How much does a kitchen remodel cost in the Puget Sound?

Updated September 2026  ·  Typical installed prices for Seattle, Tacoma and Everett-area homes

Quick answer

Most Puget Sound homeowners pay $50,000 to $100,000 for a mid-range full remodel. A typical project runs $25,000+ for a cabinet-and-counter refresh.

Typical 2026 price
$50,000 – $100,000

for a mid-range full remodel

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Prices by option

Kitchens prices by option

Option
Typical installed price
Refresh

Paint or reface cabinets, new counters, backsplash, fixtures.

$25,000 – $45,000
Mid-range remodel

Semi-custom cabinets, quartz, new appliances, same footprint.

$50,000 – $100,000
High-end remodel

Custom cabinetry, layout changes, premium appliances.

$100,000 – $200,000+
Cabinet refacing only

New doors and veneers on your existing boxes.

$12,000 – $30,000
By project size

What a whole project costs

Project
Typical total
Small or galley kitchen
$25,000 – $55,000
Average kitchen, same layout
$50,000 – $100,000
Large kitchen with layout changes
$100,000+
Cost factors

What drives the price

Cabinets

Usually the largest line item – stock, semi-custom or custom.

Layout

Moving sinks, gas or walls adds plumbing, electrical and permits.

Counters and finishes

Quartz, stone, tile and fixtures scale quickly.

Electrical

Older homes often need new circuits for modern appliances.

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How we price

Ranges are typical installed prices for the Seattle–Tacoma–Everett area, checked against published local pricing (sources below). They’re for planning. Your written quote is the real number.

FAQ

Kitchens cost FAQ

Planning the project itself? Read our kitchen remodeling guide.

A mid-range remodel typically costs $50,000 to $100,000. Refreshes start around $25,000; high-end remodels can pass $200,000.

Refacing or painting cabinets plus new counters, hardware and lighting.

Cabinet grade, layout changes and allowances vary. Compare line items, not totals.

Sources

Where these prices come from

Our typical range, $50,000–$100,000 for a mid-range full remodel, sits inside what local contractors and cost publishers report. Their numbers differ because each prices a different scope, finish level or home size.

What the range includes

New cabinets, countertops, sink and faucet, backsplash, lighting and appliances in the existing layout.

Not included

Moving walls or plumbing, structural changes, premium appliances, permits.

Prices checked September 30, 2026 by Clearview Home Guide.

Source
What it says
$50,000 – $100,000, mid-range full remodel
Northwest Builders & Renovation
$38,000 – $72,000, mid-range
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