Kitchen Remodel Cost in Las Vegas (2026)
A real-world budget guide from a licensed Las Vegas design-build contractor. Three cost tiers with line-item breakdowns, plus what drives the price up or down in Henderson, Summerlin and the rest of the Valley.
Based on Build4U's actual 2025–2026 Las Vegas project costs. NSCB license #0095372.
Quick answer
$45K – $250K+Most Build4U kitchens land in the $85K – $180K band.
Tier 1 — Refresh
$45K – $65KNo layout changes. Same cabinet boxes, same plumbing locations. The goal is a fresh look without opening walls.
| Cabinet refinishing or refacing | $8K – $14K |
| Quartz countertops + new sink + faucet | $9K – $14K |
| Backsplash tile + install | $2.5K – $4K |
| New hardware, lighting, paint | $3K – $5K |
| Appliance install (homeowner-supplied) | $1.5K – $3K |
| Permit + project management + cleanup | $3K – $5K |
Tier 2 — Mid-range full remodel
$85K – $150KFull gut to the studs in the existing footprint. New cabinetry, new plumbing/electrical, no structural wall removal.
| Semi-custom cabinetry (full kitchen) | $28K – $48K |
| Quartz or low-end quartzite countertops | $10K – $16K |
| Plumbing rough-in + new fixtures | $6K – $10K |
| Electrical rough-in + recessed/under-cab lighting | $5K – $9K |
| Flooring (LVP or porcelain tile) | $6K – $12K |
| Tile, paint, trim, drywall patching | $8K – $14K |
| Permits + design + project management | $8K – $14K |
| Appliance install (homeowner-supplied) | $2K – $4K |
Tier 3 — High-end / structural
$160K – $250K+Walls removed, structural beam engineered, custom inset cabinetry, premium stone and pro-grade appliance package.
| Custom inset cabinetry + millwork | $55K – $95K |
| Quartzite or marble slabs + island waterfall | $18K – $35K |
| Structural wall removal + flush beam | $15K – $28K |
| Full plumbing + electrical re-run | $14K – $22K |
| Hardwood or large-format porcelain flooring | $10K – $18K |
| Designer lighting + smart-home wiring | $6K – $12K |
| Permits, engineering, plan review | $8K – $14K |
| Design + project management | $18K – $30K |
What drives the price up in Las Vegas
- Removing a load-bearing wall — engineering, beam, and structural permit add $15K–$28K.
- Custom inset cabinetry — typically 50–80% more than semi-custom overlay.
- Exotic stone — quartzite, marble or porcelain slab can double the countertop line item.
- HOA review — Anthem CC, MacDonald Highlands, Red Rock CC and The Ridges require architectural submittals that add 2–6 weeks of overhead.
- Older homes — pre-1995 Las Vegas homes often surface aluminum branch wiring or galvanized supply lines that have to be brought up to code.
Timeline & next step
Most full Las Vegas kitchen remodels run 8–14 weeks on-site, plus 4–8 weeks of design and material lead time. For a week-by-week breakdown see our Las Vegas kitchen remodel timeline guide.
Working in a specific city? Henderson kitchen remodels and Las Vegas kitchen remodels each have city-specific permit and HOA notes.
FAQs
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Las Vegas in 2026?
Most Las Vegas kitchen remodels land between $45,000 for a cosmetic refresh and $250,000+ for a fully custom, structurally-opened kitchen. The bulk of our projects fall in the $85,000–$180,000 mid-to-high-end range.
What's included in the price?
A complete Build4U kitchen quote includes design, permits and plan review, demolition, cabinetry, countertops, plumbing and electrical, tile and flooring, lighting, paint, appliance install, project management and final cleanup. Appliances themselves are usually a homeowner-supplied line item.
Why are Las Vegas kitchen remodels more expensive than the national average?
Three reasons: (1) Clark County permit and plan-review timelines push project overhead higher than smaller markets, (2) high demand for skilled trades in Henderson and Summerlin tightens labor pricing, and (3) most of our work is design-build with custom cabinetry, not stock-cabinet swaps.
What drives a Las Vegas kitchen budget up the fastest?
Structural work (removing a load-bearing wall and engineering a flush beam), custom inset cabinetry, exotic stone slabs like quartzite or marble, and pro-grade appliance packages (Sub-Zero / Wolf / Miele). Any one of these can add $20K–$60K.
Can you do a kitchen for under $50K in Las Vegas?
Yes — a tier-1 refresh (paint, new countertops, hardware, lighting, refinished cabinets, no layout changes) is usually achievable in the $45K–$65K band. Below that and you're typically in single-trade or DIY territory, not a full general-contractor remodel.
How much do Clark County permits add?
Kitchen-remodel permits in Clark County typically run $400–$1,200 depending on whether plumbing, electrical and mechanical sub-permits are required. Plan review adds 1–3 weeks. Build4U pulls and manages permits as part of every project.
How long does a Las Vegas kitchen remodel take?
Plan on 8–14 weeks of on-site construction once demo starts, plus 4–8 weeks of design and material lead time beforehand. See our kitchen remodel timeline guide for week-by-week detail.
Do you finance kitchen remodels?
We don't lend directly, but we'll structure your contract and milestone draw schedule to work cleanly with a HELOC, cash-out refinance, or unsecured renovation loan. See our financing guide.
