Illinois cost guide
Kitchen remodel cost in Illinois
In Illinois, kitchen remodel prices run above the national average — whether you're in Chicago, Aurora, or Naperville. Here's what a complete, permitted job should cost, and how to tell whether the quote in your hand is fair.
Typical Illinois range
$27,000 – $91,800
Mid-range full remodels commonly land near $150–$350 per sq. ft.
Included at this price: Cabinets, counters, appliances, plumbing/electrical, flooring, and permits.
Illinois prices by project type
| Project | Illinois range | Unit check |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh (paint, counters, hardware) | $8,600 – $30,200 | Refacing plus counters commonly lands near $80–$160 per sq. ft. |
| Mid-range full remodel (same layout) | $27,000 – $75,600 | Mid-range full remodels commonly land near $150–$350 per sq. ft. |
| Layout change, wall removal, or addition | $48,600 – $151,200 | Layout changes commonly land near $300–$600 per sq. ft. |
Reviewed 2026. Editorial benchmarks from public cost surveys (Zonda Media / Remodeling magazine, Houzz, Angi / HomeAdvisor), adjusted by a state construction-cost index. Not a bid, appraisal, or licensed estimating data.
What a common size costs in Illinois
Mid-range full remodel: $150–$350 per sq. ft. of kitchen, adjusted for Illinois construction costs.
| Size | Illinois estimate |
|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq. ft.) | $16,200 – $37,800 |
| 10x15 (150 sq. ft.) | $24,300 – $56,700 |
| 12x20 (240 sq. ft.) | $38,900 – $90,700 |
| 15x20 (300 sq. ft.) | $48,600 – $113,400 |
Per-unit rate from the public cost guides cited above, multiplied by size and the Illinois construction-cost index. Access, demolition, repairs, and permits can add to it — this is a benchmark, not a bid.
Red flags in Illinois kitchen remodel quotes
- Every allowance named with a dollar figure and what happens if you exceed it
- Cabinet construction, box material, and door style — not just "custom cabinets"
- Countertop material, edge profile, and template/install responsibility
- Electrical and plumbing scope, including code upgrades triggered by the work
- Appliance supply-versus-install responsibility
Commonly missing line items: drywall repair and paint after cabinet changes, electrical panel or circuit upgrades, flooring transitions, range hood venting to the exterior, temporary kitchen or protection of adjacent rooms.
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