Iowa cost guide
Kitchen remodel cost in Iowa
In Iowa, kitchen remodel prices run below the national average — whether you're in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, or Davenport. Here's what a complete, permitted job should cost, and how to tell whether the quote in your hand is fair.
Typical Iowa range
$23,300 – $79,100
Mid-range full remodels commonly land near $150–$350 per sq. ft.
Included at this price: Cabinets, counters, appliances, plumbing/electrical, flooring, and permits.
Iowa prices by project type
| Project | Iowa range | Unit check |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh (paint, counters, hardware) | $7,400 – $26,000 | Refacing plus counters commonly lands near $80–$160 per sq. ft. |
| Mid-range full remodel (same layout) | $23,300 – $65,100 | Mid-range full remodels commonly land near $150–$350 per sq. ft. |
| Layout change, wall removal, or addition | $41,900 – $130,200 | 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 Iowa
Mid-range full remodel: $150–$350 per sq. ft. of kitchen, adjusted for Iowa construction costs.
| Size | Iowa estimate |
|---|---|
| 10x10 (100 sq. ft.) | $14,000 – $32,600 |
| 10x15 (150 sq. ft.) | $20,900 – $48,800 |
| 12x20 (240 sq. ft.) | $33,500 – $78,100 |
| 15x20 (300 sq. ft.) | $41,900 – $97,700 |
Per-unit rate from the public cost guides cited above, multiplied by size and the Iowa construction-cost index. Access, demolition, repairs, and permits can add to it — this is a benchmark, not a bid.
Red flags in Iowa 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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