Short answer: Angi says kitchen renovations in Tampa average $14,700 to $40,900 (updated July 2026). Older Angi data reported by Axios put the typical Tampa Bay remodel at $13,000 to $36,000, about $23,000 on average (remodels from 2012 to 2022). Nationally, HomeAdvisor's range is $14,592 to $41,616, about $26,988 on average (June 2026).
Kitchen remodel cost per square foot
We found no Florida per-square-foot figure, so these are national:
| Kitchen size | Typical cost | Source | Do it yourself? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Per square foot | $75–$250 | HomeAdvisor (national, Jun 2026) | n/a |
| Per square foot | About $150 (about $100 cosmetic to about $250 with layout changes and luxury upgrades) | Fixr (national, 2026) | n/a |
| 75 sq ft | $5,600–$17,500 | HomeAdvisor (national) | Some of it: demo, painting |
| 100 sq ft | $7,500–$25,000 | HomeAdvisor (national) | Some of it |
| 150 sq ft | $11,250–$37,500 | HomeAdvisor (national) | No for plumbing, electrical, gas |
| 200 sq ft | $15,000–$50,000 | HomeAdvisor (national) | No for plumbing, electrical, gas |
How much does a kitchen remodel cost for a small kitchen?
| Job | Typical cost | Source | Do it yourself? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paint existing cabinets | $318–$1,280 (average $782) | Angi, Tampa (Mar 2026) | Yes, if you're patient |
| Reface cabinets | $3,059–$8,057 (average $5,532); $160–$475 per linear foot | Angi, Tampa (Mar 2026) | Usually a pro |
| New backsplash | $500–$1,500 (average $1,000) | Fixr (national, Aug 2025) | Some of it |
| Minor remodel | $10,000–$20,000 | HomeAdvisor (national) | Some of it |
| Minor midrange remodel | $28,458 | Cost vs. Value 2025 (national) | Some of it |
| Major remodel | $20,000–$65,000 | HomeAdvisor (national) | No: permits and licensed trades |
| Major midrange remodel | $82,793 | Cost vs. Value 2025 (national) | No |
| Total makeover | $65,000–$130,000+ | HomeAdvisor (national) | No |
Cabinet, countertop and backsplash costs
- Countertops: Angi puts countertop installation in Tampa at $1,814 to $3,972, about $2,791 on average (Sep 2026). In Florida, BuildPriced lists quartz at $55 to $120 per square foot installed and granite at $45 to $110 (May 2026).
- Cabinets: Fixr says new kitchen cabinets average about $8,000, or around $300 per linear foot (national), and HomeAdvisor says cabinets take "nearly 30% of your budget."
- Backsplash: Fixr puts the average at $25 per square foot, with a range of $5 to $150 (national).
What drives the price
- Keeping the layout. Fixr says changing the layout along with luxury upgrades pushes the cost toward $250 per square foot (national).
- Plumbing and electrical. Florida requires general contractors to subcontract electrical, plumbing and similar trade work unless they hold that trade license (s. 489.113(3)). Largo says new mechanical, electrical or plumbing installations have requirements and may need plans.
- Cabinet tier and lead time. One cabinet retailer quotes 1 to 3 weeks for in-stock ready-to-assemble cabinets, 4 to 6 for semi-custom and 6 to 12 for custom.
- Counter material. See the quartz and granite ranges above.
- The age of the home. The EPA says renovating a pre-1978 home with lead-based paint "can easily create dangerous lead dust," and lists vinyl floor tiles and sheet-flooring backing among products that may contain asbestos.
- Permits. HomeAdvisor puts kitchen remodel permits at $460 to $2,770 nationally. Largo says its fees "are based on the value of the job, including labor and materials."
Do you need a permit to remodel a kitchen in Florida?
Usually, if plumbing, electrical, gas or structural work is involved. Largo, for example, says like-for-like changeouts "are typically done over the counter," but "any new installation of Mechanical, Electrical, or Plumbing does have requirements." Florida's under-$7,500 exemption doesn't apply to "Any electrical, plumbing, structural, mechanical, or gas work," or to work on a property partly or entirely in a flood hazard area (s. 553.79(1)(g)). When the direct contract is over $5,000, the building department must require a copy of the Notice of Commencement before the first inspection (s. 713.135(1)(e)). This is general information; confirm with your building department.
Pinellas County notes
- City or county? Check who issues permits for your address. Largo's FAQ says a Largo mailing address "doesn't always mean it's in Largo's jurisdiction"; the Property Appraiser's "Current Tax District" tells you.
- Flood zones. In a flood zone, remodel costs can count toward your city's substantial-improvement limit, which varies by city. Ask your building department before you price a big remodel.
- More detail: read our post on planning a kitchen remodel in Largo.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost on average?
In Tampa, Angi puts kitchen renovations at $14,700 to $40,900 (2026). Nationally, HomeAdvisor's average is $26,988, with most projects between $14,592 and $41,616.
How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Florida?
We found no statewide figure. In Tampa, Angi's range is $14,700 to $40,900, and Florida quartz counters run $55 to $120 per square foot installed (BuildPriced).
How much does a kitchen remodel cost for a small kitchen?
HomeAdvisor (national) puts a 75-square-foot kitchen at $5,600 to $17,500 and a 100-square-foot kitchen at $7,500 to $25,000. Painting the cabinets you have runs $318 to $1,280 in Tampa (Angi).
How much does a kitchen remodel add to home value?
In the 2025 Cost vs. Value report (national), a minor midrange kitchen remodel recovered about 113% of its cost at resale, a major midrange remodel about 51%, and a major upscale remodel about 36%. Results for any one home vary.
How much does a kitchen remodel cost if you do it yourself?
We found no reliable figure for DIY savings. Homeowners can often paint, swap hardware and do some demolition; plumbing and electrical work needs licensed trade contractors unless you qualify for Florida's owner-builder exemption, which covers your own one- or two-family home for your own use (not for sale or lease) with your "direct, onsite supervision" of work not done by licensed contractors (s. 489.103(7)). Confirm with your building department.
Sources
- Angi: Home renovation cost in Tampa, FL (kitchen renovations)
- Angi: Countertop installation cost in Tampa, FL
- Angi: Cabinet refacing cost in Tampa, FL
- Angi: Cost to paint kitchen cabinets in Tampa, FL
- Axios Tampa Bay: How much a kitchen remodel costs in Tampa Bay
- BuildPriced: Quartz vs. granite countertops (Florida)
- HomeAdvisor: Kitchen remodel cost
- Fixr: Kitchen remodeling costs
- Fixr: Backsplash installation cost
- Zonda / JLC: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report
- Kitchen Cabinet Kings: Kitchen cabinet lead times
- City of Largo: Permit types
- City of Largo: Permits FAQ
- Florida Statutes 553.79, 713.135, 489.113, 489.103
- U.S. EPA: Lead renovation, repair and painting program
- U.S. EPA: Learn about asbestos
These ranges come from the published sources listed above (Tampa Bay, Florida or national, as marked). They aren't PHRS prices or quotes. Every home is different, so we price each job after seeing it. Ask for a free estimate.
General information, not legal, insurance or engineering advice. Rules change and vary by city; confirm with your building department, DBPR, your insurer, an attorney or an engineer as fits.