Kitchen Remodel Cost in Miami: 2026 Price Guide
How Much Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost in Miami in 2026?
The honest answer: it depends on what you are doing. A cabinet painting refresh can cost $3,000. A full gut-and-rebuild can hit $50,000. Most Miami-Dade homeowners land somewhere in between.
We are going to break this down by project tier so you can figure out where your kitchen falls. These numbers come from actual projects we have completed across Miami-Dade County. Not national averages. Not inflated estimates designed to upsell you. Real local pricing.
The Most Affordable Option: Cabinet Painting Refresh ($3,000 to $6,000)
This is the upgrade most people do not know about. If your kitchen cabinets are solid wood and structurally sound, painting them can transform the entire room for a fraction of what new cabinets cost.
What is included at this price:
- Professional degreasing and deglossing of all cabinet surfaces
- Bonding primer application
- Two coats of high-quality cabinet paint (sprayed for a smooth factory finish)
- New hardware (knobs and pulls) on all doors and drawers
- Hinge adjustment and door realignment
What this does NOT include: Countertops, backsplash, flooring, appliances, or plumbing. Just the cabinets and hardware.
Who this is for: Homeowners whose cabinets are in good shape but look dated. Dark cherry, honey oak, or outdated white that has yellowed. If the cabinet boxes are solid, you do not need to replace them.
The reality check: We have seen homeowners spend $15,000 to $20,000 replacing cabinets that only needed a $4,500 paint job. New custom cabinets for a standard Miami kitchen run $12,000 to $22,000 installed. Cabinet painting gives you 80% of the visual impact at 25% of the cost.
For more on this, read our kitchen cabinet painting guide.
Budget Kitchen Remodel ($12,000 to $20,000)
This is a solid remodel for homeowners who want meaningful upgrades without tearing everything out. You are keeping the existing layout and cabinet boxes but updating the surfaces and fixtures.
What is typically included:
- Cabinet refacing (new doors and drawer fronts on existing boxes)
- New hardware
- Laminate or entry-level granite countertops
- Basic tile backsplash (subway tile or similar)
- New sink and faucet
- Updated lighting (flush mount or basic pendant)
- Fresh paint on walls and ceiling
What this does NOT include: Layout changes, new appliances, new flooring, or structural work.
Who this is for: Homeowners in the $12,000 to $20,000 range who want a kitchen that looks and feels different without the disruption and cost of a full remodel. Common in 1990s and 2000s homes across Kendall, The Crossings, and Cutler Bay where the kitchens are functional but visually tired.
Cost breakdown at this tier:
| Item | Cost Range |
|------|-----------|
| Cabinet refacing | $4,000 to $7,000 |
| Countertops (laminate or basic granite) | $2,000 to $4,500 |
| Backsplash (subway tile, ~30 sq ft) | $800 to $1,500 |
| Sink and faucet | $400 to $900 |
| Lighting | $300 to $800 |
| Paint | $400 to $700 |
| Labor (installation) | $3,000 to $5,000 |
Standard Kitchen Remodel ($20,000 to $35,000)
This is where most Miami-Dade kitchen remodels land. You are replacing countertops, updating or refacing cabinets, adding a proper backsplash, and possibly upgrading the lighting and plumbing fixtures. You might keep the same layout or make minor adjustments.
What is typically included:
- Cabinet refacing or new semi-custom cabinets
- Granite or quartz countertops
- Full tile backsplash
- New undermount sink and pull-down faucet
- Under-cabinet LED lighting
- Updated electrical (additional outlets, dedicated circuits)
- Appliance fitting (adjusting openings for new appliances)
- New pendant or recessed lighting
- Fresh paint
What this might include (adds cost):
- Minor layout adjustments
- New flooring
- Plumbing relocation
- Pantry addition or modification
Who this is for: Homeowners who want a significant upgrade and are willing to invest in quality materials. This tier covers most of the "I want my kitchen to look great and last 15 to 20 years" projects.
Cost breakdown at this tier:
| Item | Cost Range |
|------|-----------|
| Cabinets (refacing or semi-custom) | $5,000 to $12,000 |
| Countertops (granite or quartz) | $3,500 to $7,000 |
| Backsplash (full wall, quality tile) | $1,200 to $2,500 |
| Sink and faucet | $500 to $1,200 |
| Lighting (recessed + under-cabinet) | $800 to $2,000 |
| Electrical work | $500 to $1,500 |
| Plumbing adjustments | $300 to $1,200 |
| Flooring (if included) | $1,500 to $3,500 |
| Labor | $5,000 to $8,000 |
Full Kitchen Overhaul ($35,000 to $50,000)
This is the complete transformation. Everything comes out. The layout changes. Custom cabinets go in. High-end materials throughout. This tier is common in older Coral Gables, Coconut Grove, and Pinecrest homes where the kitchen needs a complete rethinking.
What is typically included:
- Complete demolition of existing kitchen
- New layout design (may include opening walls, adding islands, or relocating plumbing)
- Custom or high-end semi-custom cabinets
- Quartz or natural stone countertops
- Designer tile backsplash
- All new plumbing fixtures
- Complete electrical update (new circuits, outlets, lighting plan)
- New flooring
- Appliance integration
- Custom features (built-in wine rack, pull-out pantry, lazy Susan, etc.)
Who this is for: Homeowners doing a once-in-20-years kitchen overhaul. The kitchen is either too old to update piecemeal, or the layout does not work for how the family lives. Common in pre-1970s homes that have never had a proper kitchen renovation.
Cost breakdown at this tier:
| Item | Cost Range |
|------|-----------|
| Custom cabinets | $12,000 to $22,000 |
| Countertops (quartz or stone) | $5,000 to $9,000 |
| Backsplash (designer tile) | $2,000 to $4,000 |
| Plumbing (relocation + fixtures) | $2,000 to $5,000 |
| Electrical (full update) | $1,500 to $4,000 |
| Flooring | $2,000 to $4,500 |
| Demolition and disposal | $1,500 to $3,000 |
| Design and project management | $1,000 to $2,500 |
| Labor (total) | $8,000 to $14,000 |
What Drives Kitchen Remodel Costs Up in Miami
Cabinet choice is the biggest factor. Cabinets account for 30% to 40% of most kitchen remodel budgets. The gap between stock, semi-custom, and custom is enormous. Stock cabinets from a big box store might cost $3,000 for a standard kitchen. Custom cabinets for the same kitchen could be $20,000. If budget is a concern, consider cabinet painting or refacing before jumping to full replacement.
Countertop material matters more than you think. Laminate countertops run $15 to $30 per square foot installed. Basic granite is $40 to $65. Quartz runs $50 to $80. High-end natural stone can hit $100 or more. For a kitchen with 40 square feet of counter space, that material choice alone can swing your budget by $3,000 to $5,000.
Layout changes add up fast. Moving a sink means moving plumbing. Opening a wall means structural evaluation. Adding an island means running electrical to the floor. Each of these changes adds $1,500 to $5,000 on top of the base remodel.
Older Miami homes cost more to remodel. Homes built before 1970 in areas like Coral Gables, South Miami, and Coconut Grove often have outdated wiring, old plumbing, and non-standard dimensions. These homes are worth the investment, but budget an extra 10% to 15% for surprises.
Permits in Miami-Dade. Any work involving plumbing or electrical changes requires a permit. Budget $200 to $800 depending on scope. Skipping permits is never worth it, especially when you sell the house later.
What Drives Kitchen Remodel Costs Down
Keep the same layout. Not moving plumbing or electrical saves thousands. If your kitchen layout works, keep it and upgrade the surfaces.
Paint your cabinets instead of replacing them. This single decision can save $8,000 to $15,000 on a typical kitchen.
Choose granite over quartz. Granite is often $10 to $20 per square foot less than quartz at comparable quality levels. Both are durable and beautiful.
Skip the designer tile. A clean white subway tile backsplash costs $8 to $12 per square foot installed. A designer mosaic can cost $25 to $40. The subway tile often looks better anyway.
Do your own demo. If you are comfortable with a sledgehammer and a dumpster, removing old cabinets, countertops, and flooring yourself can save $1,000 to $2,500 in labor.
Buy your own appliances. We do not mark up appliances. But some homeowners prefer to shop sales at big box stores or use credit card rewards. We will fit whatever you buy into your new kitchen.
Why Miami Kitchens Are Different
Humidity. South Florida's humidity affects material choices. Solid wood cabinets need proper finishing to resist moisture. Cheap MDF or particle board cabinets can swell and warp within a few years. This is not a place to cut corners on cabinet quality.
Slab foundations. Most Miami-Dade homes are built on concrete slabs. Moving plumbing means cutting into the slab, which is more expensive than running pipes through a crawlspace. This is why layout changes cost more here than in other markets.
Older building stock. A large percentage of Miami-Dade homes were built between 1950 and 1990. These kitchens are often smaller than modern standards and may have outdated electrical panels. Upgrading a kitchen in a 1960s Coral Gables home is different from upgrading one in a 2010 Doral home.
Insurance requirements. If your remodel involves electrical or plumbing changes, your homeowner's insurance company may want documentation. Permitted work protects you.
Getting an Accurate Estimate
Every kitchen is different. The numbers in this guide give you a realistic range for budgeting, but your actual cost depends on your specific kitchen, your material choices, and the scope of work.
Here is what we recommend:
Visit our kitchen remodeling page to learn more about our process, or check out our kitchen cost page for additional pricing details.
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