Average kitchen remodeling costs really depend on several factors: Layout changes will affect the cost tremendously. Every home is different and changing the layout could mean moving load bearing walls, adding headers and support beams, moving electrical, duct work and plumbing.  Increasing or decreasing the space size for a more functional kitchen will also affect the cost. Older homes have larger kitchens than those from 1970’s to the 1990’s. Space size will be a definite factor. Finishes will determine a large portion of your budget depending on whether you choose modest finishes or more luxury type finishes.  Lumber and materials cost is like watching the stock market, so depending on when you plan to remodel your kitchen material cost at that time should be considered.  The average kitchen remodeling cost in South Florida, could run from $365 PSF to $675 PSF or higher depending on all of the factors above.