How much does a kitchen faucet replacement cost in Albuquerque?

A kitchen faucet replacement in Albuquerque typically costs $234-$609, 6% below the $425 national average.

How long does a kitchen faucet replacement take?

A kitchen faucet replacement typically takes 1-2 hours. The minimum timeline is 30 minutes, and complex projects can run 3 hours.

Can I DIY a kitchen faucet replacement?

DIY feasibility for a kitchen faucet replacement is rated Easy.

Cost to Kitchen Faucet Replacement in Albuquerque, NM (2026)

If you’re budgeting a kitchen faucet replacement in Albuquerque, most projects run $234-$609, 6% below the $425 national average. What moves that number most is usually one thing: Faucet Type and Features. On its own it can swing the cost by $60 - $700, so that’s the decision to slow down on before you sweat the smaller stuff.

Easiest place to save: Install it yourself - kitchen faucet replacement is a top-5 beginner DIY plumbing project, saving $100-$250.

In the Southwest (where Albuquerque sits): Growing markets.

$234-$609 in Albuquerque

6% below the national average · 0.94x cost multiplier

Expect to pay $234-$609 for a kitchen faucet replacement in Albuquerque, about 6% below the national benchmark. The Southwest region's contractor market and material costs account for most of this difference. The detailed breakdown below shows how budget, mid-range, and premium projects compare at Albuquerque prices.

Cost Breakdown in Albuquerque

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Materials	$77	$216	$528
Labor	$90	$135	$225
Permits	$0	$0	$0
Total	$167-7% vs. national avg	$351-6% vs. national avg	$753-6% vs. national avg

Budget

Basic chrome pull-out or two-handle kitchen faucet, direct swap on existing single or three-hole mount.

Mid-Range

Pull-down faucet in brushed nickel or stainless with new supply lines, shut-off valve replacement, and deck plate.

Premium

Touchless or commercial-style spring faucet with premium finish, soap dispenser addition, and new shut-off valves.

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Albuquerque may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Two-Handle Kitchen Faucet	$60-$150	Traditional look, easy to control water temperature, affordable	Requires two hands to adjust, dated styling for modern kitchens	Traditional kitchens or budget replacementsTraditional look, easy to control water temperature, affordable
Pull-Down Single-Handle	$120-$300	Most versatile, tall spout clears large pots, retractable sprayer, one-handed operation	Sprayer hose can wear over time, taller profile may interfere with window behind sink	Most kitchens - this is the most popular style for good reasonMost versatile, tall spout clears large pots, retractable sprayer, one-handed operation
Touchless/Motion-Sensor	$200-$500	Hands-free activation, reduces cross-contamination when cooking, saves water	Requires batteries or AC adapter, sensor can be oversensitive, more to go wrong	Busy kitchens where hands are frequently messyHands-free activation, reduces cross-contamination when cooking, saves water
Commercial-Style Spring Faucet	$250-$700	Professional look, powerful spray, industrial coil design is a focal point	Tall and heavy, requires adequate clearance, can overpower a small kitchen	Large kitchens with serious home cooks who want a statement fixtureProfessional look, powerful spray, industrial coil design is a focal point

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Albuquerque Estimate

Typical Range

$234-$609

vs. National Average

6% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.94x

This 0.94x estimate prices Albuquerque labor from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and applies a lighter regional adjustment to materials and permits, which vary less by metro than labor does. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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