Kitchen cabinets cost in Auburn, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,850 – $12,100
- Per linear ft
- $136 – $431
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #265
- 1 = most expensive
Auburn homeowners pay roughly $3,850 to $12,100 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $136 to $431 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Auburn is 13% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $22.89 an hour in the Auburn area, 21% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Auburn, AL, standard level
$6,300 to $9,600
About $225 to $343 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 44% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $2,500 | $4,450 |
| Permits and fees | $700 | $1,050 |
| Total | $6,300 | $9,600 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Auburn, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 45% |
| Labor | $990 | $3,500 | $5,950 | 44% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $880 | $1,300 | 11% |
| Total | $3,850 | $7,950 | $12,100 | 100% |
Where the Auburn price comes from
Labor is 44% of the midpoint bill here, against 48% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (80%), electricians (10%), plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Auburn the blended ratio comes out at 0.79.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Auburn metro is 96.4 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,600, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (87.9) and land at $440 to $1,300.
Cost by quality level and size in Auburn
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Auburn wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$3,850 to $7,150
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,300 to $9,600
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$8,800 to $12,100
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,500 – $4,600 | $4,050 – $6,200 | $5,650 – $7,800 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,150 – $5,900 | $5,200 – $7,900 | $7,250 – $9,950 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,850 – $7,150 | $6,300 – $9,600 | $8,800 – $12,100 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,900 – $11,000 | $9,700 – $14,800 | $13,500 – $18,600 |
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 3 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Auburn is 0.79 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $22.89 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.02 and $26.50 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 27.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $25.89 an hour, 15% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.29 and $29.93 an hour. About 230 work in the metro. That is 31.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $24.79 an hour, which is 19% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $21.03 and $29.26 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 27.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($26.50 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $430. At the 25th percentile ($20.02) it shrinks by about $340. The total moves by 5.4% or 4.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 72,710 jobs in the Auburn-Opelika area. That makes it the 252nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $20.02 | $22.89 | $26.50 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.29 | $25.89 | $29.93 | $30.38 | 0.85 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $21.03 | $24.79 | $29.26 | $30.67 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.79 | |||||
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Auburn
Permit
Kitchen remodeling permits are $500-$1,500 where one is needed, usually when you change layout, plumbing or wiring.
Stock, semi-custom or custom
Stock cabinets run $100-$400 per linear foot installed, semi-custom $150-$700, and custom $500-$1,200 (HomeGuide).
Layout changes
Keeping the plumbing and wiring where it is saves real money. Moving them brings in plumbers and electricians.
Is Auburn cheap or dear? The local comparison
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 25 linear ft range from $7,400 to $8,250 across Auburn and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auburn, ALthis page | $3,850 – $12,100 | $7,950 | |
| Columbus, GA40 miles | $3,800 – $11,800 | $7,800 | −2% |
| Montgomery, AL50 miles | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | level |
| Dothan, AL85 miles | $3,750 – $11,500 | $7,600 | −5% |
| Birmingham, AL100 miles | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +3% |
| Albany, GA100 miles | $3,700 – $11,200 | $7,400 | −7% |
| Alabama (statewide) | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | +1% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +14% |
Across 300 US metros, Auburn comes in at #265 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Auburn is 1% below the Alabama figure.
Other Alabama metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +3% |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +2% |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +2% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | level |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +2% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,000 | +1% |
Cities with a workforce like Auburn's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Auburn against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bloomington, IN | 73,240 jobs | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | +15% |
| Prescott Valley, AZ | 72,300 jobs | $4,050 – $13,300 | $8,700 | +9% |
| Kahului, HI | 73,750 jobs | $5,050 – $17,400 | $11,200 | +41% |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID | 72,280 jobs | $4,050 – $13,200 | $8,650 | +8% |
Planning more than one job in Auburn?
Because every project leans on different trades, Auburn's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −7% and shower pan −14%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,200 – $29,200 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $310 – $850 | −11% |
| Front door | 1 door | $430 – $2,300 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,100 – $20,400 | −12% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $780 – $2,450 | −14% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Auburn: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Auburn?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,850 to $12,100 in the Auburn area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,300 to $9,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Auburn?
About $136 to $431 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $440 to $1,300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Auburn or Columbus?
Columbus is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $7,800, which is 2% less than Auburn ($7,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Auburn?
About 44% at the midpoint, or $3,500 out of $7,950. Materials are 45% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Auburn?
$3,850 to $12,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Auburn?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $440 to $1,300 for fees in the Auburn area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Auburn expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Alabama?
Auburn is 1% below the Alabama statewide estimate ($8,100 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Alabama; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Auburn?
The BLS median is $22.89 an hour in the Auburn area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.02 to $26.50.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Auburn?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,850 to $7,150 and premium work $8,800 to $12,100. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Auburn
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Do Kitchen Cabinets Cost? (2026 Prices) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Cabinet Installation Cost? (New 2026 Prices) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
Note on derived figures: Materials = installed price minus HomeGuide's labor figure of $50-$300 per linear foot, matched low-to-low and high-to-high. Treat the split as a rough guide: labor swings with the cabinet type.