Kitchen remodels are the biggest home improvement investment most Westchester homeowners make — and the one with the widest cost range. A $15,000 refresh and a $100,000 transformation are both called "kitchen remodels." Here's how to understand what you're actually getting at each price point. Use the free calculator below for your scope.
What Will Your Kitchen Remodel Cost?
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Kitchen Remodel Cost by Scope (Westchester 2026)
| Scope | What's Included | Typical Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic Refresh | Paint, hardware, new counters, new sink | $8,000 – $18,000 |
| Partial Remodel | New cabinets, counters, sink, backsplash | $22,000 – $45,000 |
| Full Gut Remodel | Everything — cabinets, counters, appliances, electrical, plumbing, flooring | $45,000 – $95,000 |
| Luxury / Open Concept | Custom cabinets, structural changes, premium appliances, stone | $85,000 – $175,000+ |
The Four Biggest Cost Drivers
1. Cabinets
Cabinets are almost always the largest single cost — 35–45% of your total budget. The tiers in Westchester:
- Stock cabinets (IKEA, Home Depot) — $5,000–$15,000 installed
- Semi-custom (KraftMaid, Merillat) — $15,000–$35,000 installed
- Full custom (local cabinet maker) — $35,000–$80,000+ installed
2. Layout Changes
This adds $6,000–$15,000 to a project. Keeping the existing layout is the single biggest cost-saving decision you can make.
3. Countertops
The range is enormous — from $2,500 for laminate to $20,000+ for premium marble or waterfall island stone. Quartz (the most popular choice in Westchester) runs $4,500–$12,000 for a typical kitchen.
4. Appliances
Appliances are typically purchased separately and not included in contractor quotes. Budget $5,000–$12,000 for a mid-range package (refrigerator, range, dishwasher, microwave) at Bosch or KitchenAid. High-end Sub-Zero/Wolf packages run $25,000–$40,000.
Westchester reality: Labor costs here run 25–40% higher than national averages. A mid-range kitchen that costs $30,000 in suburban Philadelphia will typically run $38,000–$48,000 in Westchester.
Watch out for vague quotes: Any kitchen quote without a line-by-line breakdown (cabinets separate from labor, counters, tile) makes it impossible to compare contractors fairly. Every WHI estimate is itemized so you see exactly where each dollar goes.
Frequently Asked Questions
A mid-range full kitchen remodel in White Plains runs $45,000–$85,000 in 2026. In Scarsdale, the same scope typically runs $55,000–$100,000 due to higher labor rates and finish expectations. Use our calculator above for your specific scope.
Cabinets — almost universally. They represent 35–45% of the total budget on most kitchen remodels. The tier you choose (stock, semi-custom, or full custom) has a bigger impact on your total than almost any other decision.
Total timeline from first estimate to finished kitchen: 3–5 months for most projects.