Key Takeaway: The original article listed $55,000–$85,000 for a kitchen remodel, $25,000–$45,000 for minor updates and $90,000–$150,000+ for major renovations. These are archived examples, not verified current state averages. Compare the same measured scope, selected products and installation responsibilities in itemized bids, and confirm the permit authority for your address.
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The prices below are the figures in the original dated article. They are retained as published examples, not verified current averages, offers or project quotes. Scope, site conditions and selections require a new proposal.
A kitchen budget begins with the actual room and proposed work. This guide retains the original dated examples by tier, size and category so you can identify what to ask about in an itemized proposal. The examples do not establish current county averages, market rankings or a price for your property.
Kitchen Remodel Cost in Maryland at a Glance (2026)
The original article grouped examples into three scope tiers. Compare the actual products, preparation, trades and layout changes rather than assuming cabinetry always dominates the budget.
Archived article examples: These tables reproduce original figures and units; they are not current quotes or validated market averages.
| Remodel Tier | Maryland Cost (2026) | Scope Example |
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| Cosmetic Refresh | $25,000 – $45,000 | Dated kitchens that function well |
| Mid-Range Pull & Replace | $55,000 – $85,000 | Same-layout full-remodel example |
| Major Gut Renovation | $90,000 – $150,000+ | Layout changes, custom cabinetry, luxury |
Below, we break each of these down by county, by city, by size, and by category, with the cabinet, countertop, and labor numbers behind them.
Kitchen Remodel Cost by County
The county sections preserve the original geographic associations of the published examples. They do not establish county averages, labor-market rankings or condition profiles. Confirm the actual permit authority for the project address.
Howard County (Columbia, Ellicott City, Clarksville, Fulton, Elkridge)
Archived Howard County examples: The article listed $55,000–$85,000 for mid-range work, $75,000–$110,000 for a larger Clarksville/River Hill scope and $100,000–$175,000+ for estate/custom work. These do not establish local spending frequency or construction conditions. Related planning guides cover Columbia, Clarksville, Ellicott City and North Laurel.
Anne Arundel County (Glen Burnie, Severn, Odenton, Gambrills, Crofton)
Archived Anne Arundel County example: The article listed $50,000–$80,000 for mid-range kitchen work. This does not establish a lower county average or the condition of local homes. Confirm the scope and applicable authority; the Glen Burnie kitchen page offers related information.
Montgomery County (Rockville, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring)
Archived Montgomery County examples: The article listed $55,000–$85,000 for mid-range work associated with Rockville/Gaithersburg and $90,000–$150,000+ for a larger Bethesda/Potomac scope. These do not establish routine local spending or a comparison with Northern Virginia. Confirm county or municipal jurisdiction for the actual address. See the Rockville kitchen page.
Prince George’s County (Bowie, Glenn Dale, South Laurel)
Archived Prince George’s County example: The article listed $50,000–$80,000 for mid-range work. Compare the actual room and products rather than an assumed colonial-home scope or county ranking. See the Bowie kitchen page.
Baltimore County (Catonsville)
Archived Baltimore County / Catonsville example: The article listed $50,000–$80,000 for mid-range work. It does not establish price parity with another county. Confirm the actual scope and authority; see the Catonsville kitchen page.
Kitchen Remodel Cost by Size: Small, Medium & Large
Kitchen size sets the floor for your budget, even though materials set the ceiling, true in Maryland exactly as it is across the DMV. A small kitchen finished with custom cabinetry and stone can still cost more than a large kitchen done with stock cabinets and laminate.
Archived article examples: These tables reproduce original figures and units; they are not current quotes or validated market averages.
| Kitchen Size | Square Footage | Typical Maryland Cost (2026) |
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| Small | Under 100 sq ft | $22,000 – $48,000 |
| Medium | 100 – 200 sq ft | $48,000 – $90,000 |
| Large | 200+ sq ft | $90,000 – $150,000+ |
Archived small-kitchen example ($22,000–$48,000). Measure the actual room, cabinet runs and surfaces. A neighborhood name does not establish a compact footprint or suitable scope.
Archived medium kitchen remodel cost example ($48,000–$90,000). Show appliances, storage, circulation and any proposed island on a measured plan. The original size category does not establish fit.
Archived large kitchen remodel cost example ($90,000–$150,000+). Specify cabinetry, surfaces, appliances and trade work for the actual room rather than assuming a premium program from its location.
Cost Breakdown by Category
Itemize the following categories and all project-specific work, fees and exclusions. Their share depends on actual scope; there is no universal county cost proportion.
Original published figures, for reference:
- Cabinetry. Itemize cabinet runs, construction, doors, interiors, hardware, finish and installation. Compare actual specifications rather than a universal budget share.
- Labor and installation. Identify demolition, trade work, surface installation, protection, supervision and cleanup in each proposal.
- Original appliance examples. A standard suite ($4,000–$8,000) versus professional ranges and built-in refrigeration ($15,000–$40,000+).
- Countertops. Compare the selected material, thickness, edge, cutouts, support, fabrication and installation scope.
- Flooring. Include the selected product, demolition, subfloor preparation, transitions and installation requirements.
- Plumbing and electrical. Have the existing systems assessed against proposed fixtures and appliance loads. Confirm required work and inspections with the applicable authority.
How Much Do Kitchen Cabinets Cost in Maryland?
Compare actual cabinet specifications and measured runs. The table below retains the original installed-price examples; it does not establish a current local rate or the largest share of every project.
Archived article examples: These tables reproduce original figures and units; they are not current quotes or validated market averages.
| Cabinet Type | Cost (per linear foot, installed) | Typical Kitchen Total |
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| Stock | $100 – $300 | $5,000 – $12,000 |
| Semi-Custom | $150 – $650 | $12,000 – $25,000 |
| Full Custom | $500 – $1,200+ | $25,000 – $50,000+ |
Compare stock, semi-custom and custom lines by actual dimensions, construction, interiors, finish, hardware and installation requirements. Ask which current manufacturers and product lines meet the measured design; a local label does not establish the best choice.
Material Costs in Maryland (2026 Pricing)
Compare the actual material, area, edges, cutouts, support, fabrication and installation. The table retains original installed-price examples per square foot:
Archived article examples: These tables reproduce original figures and units; they are not current quotes or validated market averages.
| Material | Installed Cost (per sq ft) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Laminate | $20 – $40 | Most budget-friendly; modern patterns available |
| Quartz (engineered) | $60 – $115 | Compare the selected product’s care and installation requirements |
| Granite | $45 – $95 | Natural stone; sealing where the selected stone supplier recommends it |
| Quartzite | $85 – $175 | Compare the actual slab, fabrication, support and care instructions |
| Marble | $95 – $190+ | Luxury; higher maintenance |
| Butcher Block | $40 – $90 | Warm look; periodic oiling |
Original published figure(s), for reference: Beyond counters, budget for tile backsplash ($15–$40/sq ft installed), flooring ($6–$20/sq ft for LVP, tile, or hardwood), and a sink-and-faucet package ($400–$2,500).
Archived Maryland Labor-Rate Examples
The following original hourly-rate examples are not verified current rates or regional comparisons. Confirm how the proposal prices actual trade work, supervision and exclusions:
| Trade | Hourly Rate (Maryland, 2026) |
|---|---|
| General Contractor / PM | $65 – $125 |
| Electrician | $80 – $145 |
| Plumber | $95 – $170 |
| Cabinet Installer | $65 – $115 |
| Tile Setter | $55 – $105 |
Ask who schedules each trade and communicates decisions. Record how discoveries, change approval and access arrangements affect the agreed work; coordination does not guarantee cost or timing.
City-by-City Kitchen Remodel Costs in Maryland
These city sections retain the original scope examples and geographic labels. They do not establish market averages, labor demand or price rankings:
Columbia, MD
Archived Columbia mid-range example: $55,000–$85,000. Inspect the actual room and utilities; neither the figure nor a village name establishes housing condition. See the Columbia guide and service page.
Ellicott City, MD
Archived Ellicott City mid-range example: $55,000–$88,000. Confirm measured scope and any address-specific preservation review rather than assuming extra work from a neighborhood label. See the Ellicott City guide.
Clarksville & River Hill, MD
Archived Clarksville / River Hill examples: $55,000–$85,000 for mid-range work, $75,000–$110,000 for a larger full remodel and $100,000–$175,000+ for estate/custom scope. These are not measured local spending patterns. See the Clarksville guide.
Fulton & Maple Lawn, MD
Archived Fulton / Maple Lawn mid-range example: $60,000–$95,000. Measure the actual room and assess infrastructure; this does not establish newer construction or larger footprints. See the Fulton kitchen page.
Rockville & Gaithersburg, MD
Archived Rockville / Gaithersburg mid-range example: $55,000–$85,000. It is not evidence of county price parity. See the Rockville kitchen page.
Bethesda & Potomac, MD
Archived Bethesda / Potomac larger-scope example: $85,000–$150,000+. Compare specified cabinetry, stone, appliances and trade work rather than assuming a local custom-product norm.
Glen Burnie, MD
Archived Glen Burnie mid-range example: $50,000–$80,000. Price the actual scope; see the Glen Burnie kitchen page.
Bowie, MD
Archived Bowie mid-range example: $50,000–$82,000. Inspect the actual room without inferring condition from an era profile; see the Bowie kitchen page.
Catonsville, MD
Archived Catonsville mid-range example: $50,000–$80,000. Request an address-specific scope and proposal; see the Catonsville kitchen page.
How Long Does a Kitchen Remodel Take in Maryland?
Confirm delivery dates for the specified cabinetry, appliances, tile and other critical materials before agreeing to demolition. Identify templating, fabrication and installation dependencies in the project schedule.
Set the timing from the agreed scope and confirmed materials, trade availability and permit requirements. Ask which decisions or discoveries could change the schedule and how updates will be communicated.
Permits & Regulations Across Maryland’s Five Counties
Confirm the actual address, proposed trade work and applicable authority before construction. The following offices are starting points; county or municipal jurisdiction must be checked:
| County | Permit Office | Cities Covered |
|---|---|---|
| Howard County | DILP (Dept. of Inspections, Licenses & Permits) | Columbia, Ellicott City, Clarksville, Fulton, Elkridge |
| Montgomery County | DPS (Dept. of Permitting Services); inside Rockville and Gaithersburg city limits, the city issues building permits | Rockville, Bethesda, Gaithersburg, Silver Spring |
| Anne Arundel County | County Inspections & Permits | Glen Burnie, Severn, Odenton, Gambrills, Crofton |
| Prince George’s County | DPIE (Dept. of Permitting, Inspections & Enforcement) | Bowie, Glenn Dale, South Laurel |
| Baltimore County | County Permits & Inspections | Catonsville |
Confirm the design, procurement, trade and permit responsibilities in the written proposal. Ask who communicates decisions and changes, and which authority reviews the actual scope.
Hidden Costs Most Maryland Homeowners Miss
Discuss concealed conditions and incomplete information before work. Record which systems can be assessed now and how discoveries, access and household arrangements affect the scope.
- Permit and inspection fees (a few hundred to a couple thousand dollars, varying by county)
- Bringing old electrical or plumbing up to current code
- Wall-removal structural work in older, closed-plan kitchens
- Temporary kitchen setup while yours is out of service
- Disposal and dumpster fees
- Appliance delivery, hookup, and old-unit removal
Discuss contingency and discovery work based on the actual kitchen condition, not an assumed neighborhood construction date.
How to Budget for Your Maryland Kitchen Remodel
Original published calculation, retained for reference: The article paired a $550,000 Maryland home value with a $27,500–$82,500 kitchen budget before contingency. That calculation is not a budgeting recommendation. Set the scope from measured conditions and selected products, and agree how concealed-condition work will be assessed and priced.
Start with measured conditions, intended use and selected products. Compare cabinetry, surfaces, appliances and trade work separately, and agree how uncertain conditions will be investigated and priced. Ask which design and estimating services are included in the free in-home estimate and which further services or fees apply.
How to Save Money on Your Maryland Kitchen Remodel
- Compare retaining the layout with changing it. Have structure and utility routes assessed before pricing any opening or relocation; a neighborhood or building era does not establish its benefit.
- Compare semi-custom and full-custom cabinets. Line up dimensions, construction, finish, interiors and installation before deciding which specification meets the design and budget.
- Compare cabinet repair or refacing with replacement only after the boxes, hardware and selected finish system are assessed. GBC offers replacement cabinetry and does not offer refacing or refinishing. Discuss refacing or repair with a provider that offers those services.
- Mix materials. Splurge on a quartz or quartzite island, use a more affordable counter on perimeter runs.
- Plan thoroughly before demolition. Mid-project changes are a cost and scheduling consideration, in every county.
- Get a fixed-scope estimate from a project team whose responsibilities are documented to avoid change-order creep.
Kitchen Remodel ROI in Maryland
A remodel does not guarantee a resale return. Compare the proposed work with your own use of the room, and ask a local real-estate professional about current buyer preferences if a sale is part of your plan.
Why Choose GBC Kitchen & Bath for Your Maryland Kitchen Remodel
GBC Kitchen & Bath has served the DMV since 2001, with showrooms in Columbia and Rockville. Confirm service for your address, the responsible project team, the proposed schedule and change procedures. Project coordination does not guarantee a final cost or completion date.
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Project responsibilities: confirm who manages decisions and who performs each trade; review applicable project references.
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3-year workmanship warranty on every kitchen, bathroom, and basement project.
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Two Maryland showrooms: Columbia and Rockville. Confirm which showroom will coordinate your proposed project.
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free in-home estimate: discuss the scope and confirm any later design, revision or estimating fees.
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Permit coordination: confirm the actual authority, applications, inspections and responsible parties in the proposal; this does not establish an in-house staffing arrangement or filing volume.
Discuss Your Maryland Kitchen Remodel
Ready for a real number on your kitchen? Contact GBC Kitchen & Bath’s Columbia or Rockville showroom to request a free in-home estimate. You can see materials in person and discuss your layout, scope and estimate with a designer, backed by our 3-year workmanship warranty. GBC does not offer financing.
Check the proposed work with Howard County’s permit office if that jurisdiction applies to your property; other addresses require their own permit authority. EPA’s remodeling guidance explains indoor-air and moisture questions to raise before enclosing or disturbing materials.
