Lexington kitchen remodel pricing per square foot of kitchen
Kitchen Remodel cost per square foot of kitchen in Lexington, Kentucky in 2026.
Low
$16,200
Average
$25,200
High
$85,500
Lexington crews quote about $68 – $225 per square foot of kitchen.
Multiply local unit rates by your real measurements.
What drives kitchen remodel prices in Lexington
Local labor, permitting and climate move Lexington prices away from the national average.
Labor market
Licensed trade labor in Lexington runs about 90% of the national average, and the best crews book out fastest in spring and early summer.
Permits
Most Lexington, KY projects that change structure, electrical, plumbing or mechanical systems need a permit from the local building department; cosmetic work usually does not.
Climate
Kentucky weather drives material choices here, so ask contractors what they install most often in Lexington and why.
Lexington unit pricing by material
Ways to lower your Lexington price
- Keep the plumbing and range where they are — moving them is the single biggest hidden cost.
- Reface or paint solid cabinet boxes instead of replacing: saves 60–70% of the cabinet line.
- Buy appliances during Black Friday or Memorial Day sales and store them until install week.
- Choose quartz remnants for small counters and islands.
- Order everything before demo day — delays are what turn a 6-week job into a 4-month job.
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