Kitchen cabinets cost in Decatur, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,950 – $12,600
- Per linear ft
- $140 – $453
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #200
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Decatur, AL usually costs $3,950 to $12,600 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $140 to $453 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $840 less. Carpenters earn a median of $24.50 an hour in the Decatur area, 16% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Decatur, AL, standard level
$6,550 to $10,000
About $234 to $359 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 46% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $2,700 | $4,900 |
| Permits and fees | $700 | $1,050 |
| Total | $6,550 | $10,000 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Decatur, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 44% |
| Labor | $1,100 | $3,800 | $6,500 | 46% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $870 | $1,300 | 11% |
| Total | $3,950 | $8,300 | $12,600 | 100% |
Where the Decatur price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 80% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $24.50 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Decatur is 0.87 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 46% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Decatur is at 96.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,750 nationally becomes $3,600 here (midpoint, 25 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 87.2: $440 to $1,300.
What local crews earn in Decatur
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Decatur the blend is 0.87.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $24.50 an hour, 16% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.75 and $28.48 an hour. About 190 work in the metro. That is 31.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $30.74 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $24.38 and $50.66 an hour. BLS counts 480 of them working in the area, 78.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.81 an hour, 6% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.04 and $35.82 an hour. About 210 work in the metro. That is 34.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $480 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $330. That is a swing of roughly 4.0% to 5.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Decatur has 61,240 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 283rd by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $21.75 | $24.50 | $28.48 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $24.38 | $30.74 | $50.66 | $30.38 | 1.01 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $23.04 | $28.81 | $35.82 | $30.67 | 0.94 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.87 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Decatur
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Decatur wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen remodel comes out highest (−6%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,500 – $29,700 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $880 | −7% |
| Front door | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | −6% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,300 – $21,300 | −9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $820 – $2,550 | −10% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Decatur
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Decatur. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from small galley (15 linear ft) to large kitchen (40 linear ft).
Basic
$3,950 to $7,400
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,550 to $10,000
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,150 to $12,600
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,750 | $4,200 – $6,450 | $5,900 – $8,100 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,250 – $6,100 | $5,350 – $8,250 | $7,500 – $10,400 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,950 – $7,400 | $6,550 – $10,000 | $9,150 – $12,600 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,050 – $11,400 | $10,100 – $15,400 | $14,100 – $19,400 |
Why two Decatur quotes can differ
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.
Removal
Taking out the old cabinets is $300-$600, though many installers fold it into their labor price.
Decatur against nearby metros and the rest of Alabama
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Nashville is the priciest of the group at $8,650. Tuscaloosa is the cheapest at $8,150.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, ALthis page | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | |
| Huntsville, AL30 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −1% |
| Birmingham, AL75 miles | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | level |
| Tuscaloosa, AL105 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −2% |
| Chattanooga, TN105 miles | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +1% |
| Nashville, TN115 miles | $4,050 – $13,200 | $8,650 | +4% |
| Alabama (statewide) | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −3% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Decatur ranks #200 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Decatur is 3% above the Alabama figure.
Elsewhere in Alabama
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | level |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −1% |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −2% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | −4% |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −2% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,000 | −3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Decatur against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 jobs | $4,100 – $13,400 | $8,750 | +6% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $3,750 – $11,500 | $7,600 | −8% |
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $4,050 – $13,200 | $8,650 | +4% |
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $4,200 – $14,300 | $9,250 | +12% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Decatur: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Decatur?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,950 to $12,600 in the Decatur area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,550 to $10,000. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Decatur?
About $140 to $453 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 Decatur or Huntsville?
Huntsville is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,150, which is 1% less than Decatur ($8,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Decatur?
About 46% at the midpoint, or $3,800 out of $8,300. Materials are 44% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Decatur?
$3,950 to $12,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Decatur?
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 Decatur area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Decatur expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Alabama?
Decatur is 3% above 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 Decatur?
The BLS median is $24.50 an hour in the Decatur area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.75 to $28.48.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Decatur?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,950 to $7,400 and premium work $9,150 to $12,600. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Decatur
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.