Quick Answer

Kitchen Renovation Cost in Atlanta (2026)

Average cost in Atlanta

$44,578avg

$18,000 – $120,000

$150 – $300 per sq ft

In Atlanta, the average is $44,578 and most projects cost between $18,000 and $120,000, or about $150 – $300 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 10 sources.

+12% YoY
10 sources
Updated 1 months ago
Metro Atlanta

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Cabinetry

Semi-custom and stock options

$12,000 – $25,000

35%

Labor

Skilled trades and installation

$9,000 – $18,000

25%

Appliances

Mid-range stainless steel suites

$5,000 – $12,000

15%

Countertops

Quartz or granite surfaces

$4,000 – $10,000

15%

Flooring & Lighting

Tile/hardwood and LED upgrades

$3,000 – $7,000

10%

🧾Sales Tax (4%) — Georgia
Base cost + $1,783 tax$46,361

Sales Tax at 4%

📋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 project

Live
sq ft
Quality Level
Cabinet Material
Countertop Material

Your estimate in Atlanta

$44,578

Likely range $20,060 – $98,072

  • Cabinetry35%$15,602
  • Labor25%$11,145
  • Appliances15%$6,687
  • Countertops15%$6,687
  • Flooring & Lighting10%$4,458

Budget

$31,204

Mid-Range

$44,578

High-End

$63,300

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Calibrated to 10 researched sources for Atlanta. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$39,801

Today

$44,578

Kitchen Renovation in Atlanta is ↑ 12.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $4,776 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 Atlanta

Verified providers
🔨

KDO Kitchens & Remodeling

4685 Chamblee Dunwoody Rd Ste f9, Atlanta, GA 30338, USA

5.0
★★★★★

248 reviews

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Innovative Design + Build

3040 Amwiler Rd Suite B, Atlanta, GA 30360, USA

5.0
★★★★★

137 reviews

🔨

1st Choice Custom Homes and Remodel ATL

4062 Peachtree Rd NE Ste A619, Brookhaven, GA 30319, USA

4.9
★★★★½

119 reviews

🔨

Limitless Renovations Statewide

8711 S Flat Rock Rd, Douglasville, GA 30134, USA

4.9
★★★★½

219 reviews

🔨

Affordable Remodeling

1266 W Paces Ferry Rd NW Ste 221, Atlanta, GA 30327, USA

4.8
★★★★½

193 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

Mid-range kitchen remodels in the Atlanta metro area typically return between 70% and 80% of their cost at resale, with higher returns seen in high-demand neighborhoods like Decatur and Buckhead.

As of January 1, 2026, tariffs on imported cabinetry rose to 50%, which added an estimated $3,000 to $8,000 to the average project cost for Atlanta homeowners overnight.

In 2026, full-service kitchen renovations in Atlanta average between $150 and $300 per square foot, though luxury projects with structural changes often exceed $400 per square foot.

A cosmetic update—including cabinet refacing, new hardware, and countertop swaps—typically ranges from $18,000 to $25,000 in the Greater Atlanta market.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ 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: 1 months 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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