Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Denver (2026)

Average cost in Denver

US$68,549avg

US$15,000 — US$150,000

US$200 — US$390 per sq ft

+12% YoY
9 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Front Range

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinetry

Semi-custom to custom units

US$20,250 — US$52,500

35%

Labor

Skilled trades and installation

US$13,500 — US$42,000

28%

Appliances

Mid-to-high end packages

US$6,750 — US$22,500

15%

Countertops

Quartz or natural stone slabs

US$5,400 — US$18,000

12%

Flooring

LVP, tile, or hardwood

US$3,375 — US$10,500

7%

Permits & Design

City fees and professional plans

US$1,350 — US$4,500

3%

🧾Sales Tax (2.9%) — Colorado
Base cost + $1,988 tax$70,537

Sales Tax at 2.9%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Cabinet replacement
  • Countertop installation
  • Backsplash
  • Flooring
  • Basic plumbing updates
  • Electrical (lighting & outlets)
  • Labor & installation
  • Demolition & disposal

Typically Excludes

  • Appliances (fridge, stove, dishwasher)
  • Structural wall removal
  • Full plumbing rerouting
  • Permits & inspection fees
  • Furniture & decor

Costs assume a standard 100-150 sq ft kitchen. Larger or custom layouts may increase costs significantly.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$35,945

US$28,756 — US$43,134

Based on 9 sources and market data for Denver. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$61,204

Today

US$68,549

Kitchen Renovation in Denver is 12.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$7,344 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Kitchen Reno Contractors in Denver

Verified providers
🔨

The Furnished Kitchen Remodeling

5190 W Maplewood Ave, Littleton, CO 80123, USA

5.0
★★★★★

112 reviews

🔨

Kitchen Tune-Up Denver, CO

560 S Holly St, Denver, CO 80246, USA

5.0
★★★★★

135 reviews

🔨

Peak Builders & Roofers of Denver

2727 Bryant St Ste 230, Denver, CO 80211, USA

5.0
★★★★★

120 reviews

🔨

CS Home Solutions

1550 Larimer St Ste 628, Denver, CO 80202, USA

4.9
★★★★½

517 reviews

🔨

MSSV Construction

1801 Wewatta St Floor 11 #14, Denver, CO 80202, USA

4.9
★★★★½

78 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Denver's market carries a 'Mile High' premium due to high labor demand, altitude-related construction logistics, and older housing stock in neighborhoods like Capitol Hill that often require $2,000–$4,000 in electrical and plumbing upgrades to meet 2026 codes.

Homeowners typically pay between $210 and $400 per square foot. A 100-square-foot kitchen renovation generally ranges from $21,000 for a cosmetic refresh to over $40,000 for a full structural remodel.

Cabinetry is the largest expense, typically 30-40% of the total budget. In Denver, semi-custom cabinets run $400–$800 per linear foot installed, while full custom options from local shops start at $800–$1,500+ per linear foot.

A mid-range remodel in Denver typically takes 4 to 8 weeks, while major renovations involving layout changes or custom cabinetry can extend to 12–20 weeks.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 10+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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