Kitchen Remodel Cost Costs Across California
California kitchen remodel costs range from $17,700 to $88,800 typical project range, depending on city, local labor market, and project specifics. More affordable markets include smaller and mid-size cities with lower contractor demand; premium metros like San Francisco and San Jose typically run above the state average due to higher labor costs.
All prices below reflect local labor and material cost adjustments for each city. Individual project quotes may vary based on home size, material choice, site conditions, and the specific contractor selected.
City-by-City Kitchen Remodel Cost Table
| City | Typical Cost (typical project) | vs. National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Irvine | $19,800 – $79,200 | ↑ Above avg. |
| Los Angeles | $20,700 – $82,800 | ↑ Above avg. |
| Sacramento | $17,700 – $70,800 | ↑ Above avg. |
| San Diego | $19,200 – $76,800 | ↑ Above avg. |
| San Francisco | $22,200 – $88,800 | ↑ Above avg. |
| San Jose | $21,300 – $85,200 | ↑ Above avg. |
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