How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost? (Bay Area Breakdown)
A clear cost breakdown for kitchen remodeling in the Bay Area — what percentage of your budget goes to cabinets, counters, appliances, and labor.
Beyond the total sticker price, homeowners want to understand where their money goes. Here's how a typical $85,000 mid-range Bay Area kitchen remodel breaks down by category.
Typical budget allocation
Rough percentages we see on real projects:
- Cabinetry: 28–32%
- Labor: 20–25%
- Appliances: 12–16%
- Countertops: 8–12%
- Flooring: 6–8%
- Plumbing & electrical: 5–8%
- Design, permits, contingency: 8–10%
Where to spend, where to save
Spend on cabinet boxes, plumbing rough-in, and lighting — those are hard to change later. Save on decorative hardware, paint, and open-shelving accessories — those are easy swaps down the road.
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