Kitchen Remodeling in Baltimore County, MD
Planning a kitchen in Baltimore County? Compare 31 communities side by side, from Baldwin to Woodstock, with local costs and housing data.
Talk to a kitchen specialist about your Baltimore County project: scope, materials, timing and cost.
Kitchens across Baltimore County: what local homes call for
Across Baltimore County, median build years run from about 1938 in Glyndon to 2001 in Woodstock, with a county-wide figure near 1975. Older pockets tend to call for wiring and plumbing checks, while newer ones are mostly about finishes and layout.
County-wide, median home value is about $378,000 (about 14% above the national median of $333,000), with Gwynn Oak at the lower end near $260,000 and Stevenson at the top near $902,000.
Roughly 65% of households in these communities own their home and 69% of the housing is single-family. About 42% of homes were built before 1970, so lead-safe renovation practices and a check of older wiring matter on many Baltimore County projects.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020-2024 5-year estimates, weighted by population across the communities covered. Figures are estimates.
Average kitchen remodel cost in Baltimore County
Remodeling costs in Baltimore County depend on scope far more than on address, but local pricing still matters. Based on housing values across the county, we estimate costs about 5% above the national baseline.
Cabinet refacing or painting, new hardware, backsplash, lighting and fixtures, with the layout and appliances mostly staying put.
New cabinets, countertops, flooring, sink and appliances in the existing layout, plus updated lighting and a fresh backsplash.
Layout changes, custom or semi-custom cabinetry, premium stone, wall removal or relocation of plumbing and gas, and high-end appliances.
Costs vary within the county. A mid-range remodel runs about $23,500 to $52,500 in Gwynn Oak and about $36,000 to $80,000 in Stevenson, so check the page for your own community. Treat all of these as planning estimates and get a written quote before you commit.
For prices by project and kitchen size, see the Maryland kitchen remodel cost guide.
Compare Baltimore County communities
Median home value, home age and a typical mid-range remodel estimate for each community we cover in Baltimore County. Select a community for its full local guide.
| Community | Median home value | Median year built | Owner-occupied | Typical mid-range remodel |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baldwin | $572,000 | 1979 | 94% | $32,500 to $72,000 |
| Brooklandville | $420,000 | 1974 | 69% | $28,500 to $63,500 |
| Catonsville | $405,000 | 1969 | 71% | $28,000 to $62,500 |
| Cockeysville | $451,000 | 1978 | 44% | $29,500 to $65,500 |
| Fork | $699,000 | 1967 | 100% | $35,000 to $78,000 |
| Glen Arm | $623,000 | 1970 | 85% | $33,500 to $74,500 |
| Glyndon | $451,000 | 1938 | 100% | $29,500 to $65,500 |
| Gwynn Oak | $260,000 | 1961 | 61% | $23,500 to $52,500 |
| Halethorpe | $289,000 | 1958 | 65% | $24,500 to $55,000 |
| Hunt Valley | $489,000 | 1977 | 69% | $30,500 to $67,500 |
| Hydes | $486,000 | 1961 | 81% | $30,000 to $67,500 |
| Kingsville | $534,000 | 1972 | 93% | $31,500 to $70,000 |
| Lutherville Timonium | $478,000 | 1976 | 79% | $30,000 to $67,000 |
| Monkton | $607,000 | 1979 | 95% | $33,000 to $74,000 |
| Nottingham | $327,000 | 1980 | 70% | $26,000 to $57,500 |
| Owings Mills | $387,000 | 1993 | 55% | $27,500 to $61,500 |
| Parkville | $288,000 | 1963 | 64% | $24,500 to $55,000 |
| Perry Hall | $450,000 | 2000 | 84% | $29,500 to $65,500 |
| Phoenix | $686,000 | 1975 | 98% | $34,500 to $77,500 |
| Pikesville | $338,000 | 1971 | 67% | $26,000 to $58,500 |
| Randallstown | $323,000 | 1977 | 68% | $25,500 to $57,500 |
| Reisterstown | $422,000 | 1981 | 79% | $28,500 to $64,000 |
| Rosedale | $296,000 | 1980 | 62% | $25,000 to $55,500 |
| Sparks Glencoe | $496,000 | 1985 | 73% | $30,500 to $68,000 |
| Stevenson | $902,000 | 1976 | 89% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Towson | $508,000 | 1969 | 48% | $31,000 to $68,500 |
| Upper Falls | $794,000 | 1977 | 100% | $36,000 to $80,000 |
| Upperco | $480,000 | 1967 | 82% | $30,000 to $67,000 |
| White Marsh | $452,000 | 1984 | 89% | $29,500 to $65,500 |
| Windsor Mill | $283,000 | 1977 | 49% | $24,500 to $54,500 |
| Woodstock | $603,000 | 2001 | 85% | $33,000 to $73,500 |
Costs are estimates for an average-size kitchen, not quotes. Some small communities have no ZIP-level Census data, so their figures reflect the nearest neighboring ZIP codes.
Around Baltimore County
Well-known places across Baltimore County include DigiBarn Computer Museum, National Electronics Museum, and Gwynns Falls/Leakin Park. Our service area reaches all of the communities below, from Baldwin to Woodstock.
- DigiBarn Computer Museummuseum, near Cockeysville
- National Electronics Museummuseum, near Perry Hall
- Gwynns Falls/Leakin Parkpark, near Gwynn Oak
- Mount Washington Arboretumpark, near Brooklandville
- Ladew Topiary Gardensgarden, near Baldwin
- Carrie Murray Nature Centernature preserve, near Gwynn Oak
- David Force Natural Resource Areanature preserve, near Glyndon
- Johnny Unitas Stadiumvenue, near Towson
Permits, licensing and timing in Baltimore County
Kitchen work in Baltimore County follows the Maryland building codes adopted by your county or city, administered by the county or city permits office in the community where you live, so requirements and processing times can differ between neighboring places such as Baldwin and Brooklandville.
Any contractor doing home improvement in Maryland needs an MHIC license from the Maryland Home Improvement Commission, and the license can be verified online.
Baltimore County has four distinct seasons with humid summers. With Maryland’s humid summers, proper venting keeps moisture and grease from settling on new cabinetry and finishes.
Many Maryland homeowners aim to finish before the holidays, which means ordering materials by late summer.
Kitchen services for Baltimore County homes
Given the age and value of housing across Baltimore County, these services come up most often.
Full Kitchen Remodeling
Complete gut-and-rebuild renovations, from demolition to the final walkthrough.
Learn moreCabinet Refacing
New doors, drawer fronts and veneers on your existing cabinet boxes.
Learn moreKitchen Lighting Upgrades
Layered ambient, task and accent lighting that makes a kitchen work and glow.
Learn moreCountertop Installation
Quartz, granite, marble and more, templated, fabricated and installed precisely.
Learn moreKitchen Cabinet Installation
Precise installation of stock, semi-custom and custom cabinetry.
Learn moreBacksplash Installation
Tile, stone slab and glass backsplashes that protect walls and finish the design.
Learn moreKitchen Flooring Installation
Durable tile, hardwood, luxury vinyl and more, installed on a flat, sound subfloor.
Learn moreKitchen Electrical Upgrades
Circuits, outlets, panels and safety upgrades sized for a modern kitchen.
Learn moreMore areas near Baltimore County
Kitchen remodeling in Baltimore County: common questions
How much does a kitchen remodel cost in Baltimore County?
We estimate a mid-range kitchen remodel in Baltimore County at $27,500 to $61,000, a lighter refresh at $9,500 to $23,000, and a major remodel at $65,500 to $131,500 or more. Pricing is about 5% above the national baseline. These are planning estimates, not quotes.
Do I need a permit for a kitchen remodel in Baltimore County?
Electrical, plumbing, gas and structural work generally require permits under the Maryland building codes adopted by your county or city, while cosmetic updates like painting or new counters usually do not. The county or city permits office in your community can confirm what applies, and requirements can differ between Baldwin and Woodstock.
Which communities in Baltimore County do you cover?
We cover 31 communities across 33 ZIP codes in Baltimore County, including Baldwin, Brooklandville, Catonsville, Cockeysville, Fork, Glen Arm, Glyndon, and Gwynn Oak and 23 more.
Which parts of Baltimore County have the oldest and newest homes?
Based on Census estimates, median homes in Glyndon date to about 1938, the oldest in the county we cover, while Woodstock has the newest at about 2001. Older homes often need more electrical and plumbing attention during a remodel.
How do I get a kitchen remodel quote in Baltimore County?
Call (833) 838-1905 and tell the specialist which community you are in, how large the kitchen is and what you want to change. They will walk through next steps and what a written quote needs.
Planning a kitchen in Baltimore County?
Call to talk through your project. Mention your community in Baltimore County.