Faucet installation costs $120 to $300 in labor plus the faucet itself, averaging $262 to $300 for a kitchen swap in 2026.1,2,3 A basic replacement onto existing plumbing is a 1 to 2 hour job; relocating the faucet or adding new supply lines pushes totals to $600 to $800.3 Prices below are national averages* for 2026.
*National averages, not local quotes. Your price depends on faucet type and finish, accessibility, and whether water lines need adjusting.
$262
kitchen average, Angi
$300
kitchen average, Fixr
$120 – $300
install labor
$45 – $150
plumber per hour
Labor by faucet location (HomeGuide)
| Location | Labor cost |
|---|---|
| Kitchen faucet | $120 – $250 |
| Bathroom faucet | $130 – $350 |
| Bathtub faucet | $150 – $400 |
| Outdoor faucet / hose bib | $50 – $150 |
| Sink and faucet together | $400 – $1,000 |
HomeGuide puts the national average labor cost at $185, with removal of the old faucet adding $30 to $100 when billed separately.1
Kitchen faucet unit prices (Angi)
| Type | Price (faucet only) |
|---|---|
| Widespread | $70 – $900 |
| Single handle | $150 – $350 |
| Pull out | $175 – $500 |
| Pull down | $175 – $500 |
| Smart / touchless | $300 – $700 |
| Bridge | $400 – $700 |
| Pot filler | $150 – $500 (plus extra plumbing) |
Angi’s $262 average comes from 1,438 verified pro projects. Finishes move the price too: chrome $40 to $200, enamel $60 to $220, brushed or matte $80 to $600.2
When it costs more (Fixr)
| Scenario | Total cost |
|---|---|
| Replace, existing hookup | $150 – $400 (avg $300) |
| Relocate faucet / new connection | $600 – $800 |
| Move sink along countertop | adds $150 – $300 |
| Move sink to island | adds $500+ |
| Soap dispenser add-on | $40 (pre-drilled) or $50 – $100 |
Angi adds that a new-location install can trigger plumbing permits of $150 to $250.2
DIY or hire
Fixr notes a like-for-like faucet replacement is a straightforward DIY that saves about $150 in labor; anything involving new supply lines, relocating, or a pot filler is plumber work.3 Home Depot’s kitchen faucet section shows current prices by type and finish (plain link, not affiliate).
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Sources
1. HomeGuide — Faucet Installation Cost
2. Angi — Kitchen Faucet Installation Cost
3. Fixr — Kitchen Faucet Installation