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Kitchen Remodeling Cost Orlando: By Size, Sq Ft and Material
Kitchen remodeling cost in Orlando by kitchen size, per square foot and material choice: cabinets, countertops, backsplash and appliances, 2026 ranges.
By the Prime Construction team Updated October 13, 2026 5 min read
As of October 2026, kitchen remodeling in Orlando typically costs $15,000 to $45,000 for a small kitchen of 70 to 100 square feet, and for kitchens of any size $15,000 to $35,000 for a cosmetic refresh, $35,000 to $75,000 for a mid-range full remodel and $75,000 to $150,000 or more for high-end work or a layout change. Within each tier, the two things that move the price most are how big the kitchen is (cabinet runs and countertop square footage) and which materials you choose. This guide shows both.
| Kitchen and scope | Typical Orlando range (2026) |
|---|---|
| Small kitchen (70 to 100 sq ft), full remodel | $15,000 to $45,000 |
| Any size, cosmetic refresh | $15,000 to $35,000 |
| Average to large, mid-range full remodel | $35,000 to $75,000 |
| Large or high-end, custom or layout change | $75,000 to $150,000+ |
Kitchen remodeling cost by size
Small kitchens (70 to 100 square feet)
Compact kitchens, galleys and 8x10 rooms are common in older Orlando homes, condos and townhomes. A full remodel typically runs $15,000 to $45,000. The low end means stock cabinets, laminate or entry granite, and the same layout. The high end means semi-custom cabinets, quartz, a tile backsplash, new flooring and lighting, or a moved sink. On-site work usually takes 3 to 6 weeks.
Average-size kitchens
Most Orlando single-family kitchens fall here: an L or U with room for an island or peninsula. A full remodel in the same layout typically lands in the $35,000 to $75,000 mid-range tier. Size moves you within that range through more cabinet boxes, more countertop and more flooring.
Large kitchens and open plans
Large kitchens with long cabinet runs, a big island and a separate pantry wall often reach the $75,000 to $150,000 or more tier, especially with custom cabinets or premium appliances. Opening a kitchen to a family room adds wall removal: $1,000 to $3,000 plus patching for a non-load-bearing wall, or $5,000 to $15,000 or more for a load-bearing one.
Kitchen remodeling cost per square foot
Per-square-foot pricing works for whole-home renovations, but it is a poor tool for kitchens. Here is why, using the small-kitchen range as an example:
| Kitchen size | Full remodel at $15,000 | Full remodel at $45,000 |
|---|---|---|
| 70 sq ft | about $214 per sq ft | about $643 per sq ft |
| 80 sq ft (8x10) | about $188 per sq ft | about $563 per sq ft |
| 100 sq ft | about $150 per sq ft | about $450 per sq ft |
The spread is huge because a kitchen’s cost sits in fixed items. A range, refrigerator, dishwasher, sink and the plumbing and wiring to them cost about the same in a 70 square foot kitchen as in a 200 square foot one. Small kitchens therefore cost more per square foot, and a contractor quoting a single per-foot price for a kitchen is guessing. A better way to estimate is to price cabinets, countertops and appliances, then add the labor and finishes around them.
Kitchen remodeling cost by material
Cabinets
Cabinets are usually the largest line, about 30 to 40 percent of a full remodel. On a mid-range project of $35,000 to $75,000, that is roughly $10,500 to $30,000. Your options:
- Refinishing or painting: the lowest-cost option when the doors and boxes are in good shape.
- Refacing: new doors, drawer fronts, veneer on the boxes and new hardware. An average kitchen typically runs $7,000 to $15,000, usually 40 to 50 percent less than comparable new cabinets.
- Stock cabinets: set sizes and finishes, shortest lead time.
- Semi-custom: more sizes, finishes and storage inserts.
- Custom: built to the room, longest lead time, highest cost.
In Florida humidity, box material and finish quality matter. Plywood boxes and well-sealed finishes hold up better near the sink and dishwasher than low-grade particleboard.
Countertops
Installed prices per square foot, and what a typical 40 to 60 square foot kitchen comes to:
| Material | Per sq ft installed | 40 to 60 sq ft kitchen |
|---|---|---|
| Laminate | $25 to $50 | about $1,000 to $3,000 |
| Butcher block | $40 to $100 | about $1,600 to $6,000 |
| Granite | $50 to $100 | about $2,000 to $6,000 |
| Quartz | $60 to $120 | about $3,000 to $7,000 |
| Marble | $75 to $200+ | about $3,000 to $12,000+ |
| Quartzite | $80 to $200+ | about $3,200 to $12,000+ |
Quartz is a popular choice in Florida kitchens because it needs no sealing and resists staining. Granite is often the lowest-cost natural stone. Our quartz vs granite comparison and countertops page go deeper.
Backsplash
Backsplash tile installed runs $20 to $60 per square foot. Ceramic and subway tile sit at the low end; glass, mosaic and natural stone at the high end. Most Orlando kitchens spend $1,000 to $3,000 total, which matches about 50 square feet of tile across that price range. Running tile to the ceiling on a range or window wall adds square footage.
Appliances
- Entry package: about $3,000 to $6,000
- Mid-range package: $6,000 to $15,000
- Premium: $15,000 and up
A vented range hood is worth budgeting for in Florida. Venting to the outside removes moisture and cooking odors that a recirculating hood leaves behind.
Flooring and lighting
Flooring cost depends on the material, the size of the room and whether the floor continues into adjoining rooms. On a concrete slab, tile and moisture-tolerant vinyl plank are common choices. Lighting cost depends on how many recessed fixtures, under-cabinet runs and new circuits you add. Both are priced from your measurements rather than a flat figure.
How size and material combine
A useful way to see it: size sets the quantity, material sets the unit price, and scope sets how many lines you pay for.
- A small kitchen in laminate with refaced cabinets stays near the bottom of every range.
- A small kitchen with semi-custom cabinets and quartz can cost as much as an average kitchen with stock cabinets and granite.
- A large kitchen with custom cabinets, quartzite and premium appliances is where budgets pass $100,000.
Layout changes sit on top of all of it. Moving a sink or other plumbing costs $1,500 to $4,000 or more because Central Florida homes are mostly slab-on-grade. For the full list of what drives cost and what hides behind the walls, see our main Orlando kitchen remodel cost guide, and for a percent split by line item, the kitchen remodel cost breakdown.
Planning kitchen remodeling in Orlando?
The fastest way to an accurate number is a measured plan. Prime Construction visits your home, measures, prepares a 3D design rendering and prices your kitchen remodeling project by your actual cabinet runs and counter square footage. Call (407) 404-3944 or request an estimate.
