Kitchen cabinets cost in Tuscaloosa, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,900 – $12,400
- Per linear ft
- $138 – $443
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #233
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Tuscaloosa, AL usually costs $3,900 to $12,400 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $138 to $443 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $990 less. Carpenters earn a median of $23.49 an hour in the Tuscaloosa area, 19% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Tuscaloosa, AL, standard level
$6,450 to $9,850
About $230 to $351 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 45% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $2,600 | $4,700 |
| Permits and fees | $700 | $1,050 |
| Total | $6,450 | $9,850 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Tuscaloosa, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 44% |
| Labor | $1,050 | $3,650 | $6,250 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $880 | $1,300 | 11% |
| Total | $3,900 | $8,150 | $12,400 | 100% |
What is behind the Tuscaloosa number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: carpenters at 80%, electricians at 10%, plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters at 10%. Weighted together, Tuscaloosa wages are 0.83 times the national level. Labor makes up about 45% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Tuscaloosa 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 87.7: $440 to $1,300.
What local crews earn in Tuscaloosa
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 Tuscaloosa the blend is 0.83.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $23.49 an hour, 19% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.52 and $27.84 an hour. About 260 work in the metro. That is 24.0 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 $28.90 an hour, which is 5% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.58 and $34.50 an hour. BLS counts 560 of them working in the area, 51.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is about average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.62 an hour, 7% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.91 and $34.36 an hour. About 370 work in the metro. That is 34.1 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 $520 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $360. That is a swing of roughly 4.4% to 6.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Tuscaloosa has 108,460 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 192nd 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% | $20.52 | $23.49 | $27.84 | $29.12 | 0.81 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.58 | $28.90 | $34.50 | $30.38 | 0.95 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $22.91 | $28.62 | $34.36 | $30.67 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.83 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Tuscaloosa
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Tuscaloosa. 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
$3,900 to $7,300
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,450 to $9,850
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,000 to $12,400
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,500 – $4,700 | $4,150 – $6,300 | $5,800 – $7,950 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,200 – $6,000 | $5,300 – $8,100 | $7,400 – $10,200 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,900 – $7,300 | $6,450 – $9,850 | $9,000 – $12,400 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,950 – $11,200 | $9,900 – $15,100 | $13,800 – $19,000 |
Related projects, priced for Tuscaloosa
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Tuscaloosa 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 | $17,400 – $29,500 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $310 – $860 | −10% |
| Front door | 1 door | $430 – $2,350 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,100 | −9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $820 – $2,550 | −10% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Tuscaloosa
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.
Tuscaloosa against nearby metros and the rest of Alabama
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Decatur is the priciest of the group at $8,300. Auburn is the cheapest at $7,950.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa, ALthis page | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | |
| Birmingham, AL60 miles | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +1% |
| Montgomery, AL95 miles | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | −2% |
| Decatur, AL105 miles | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +2% |
| Huntsville, AL130 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | level |
| Auburn, AL140 miles | $3,850 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −2% |
| Alabama (statewide) | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −1% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +12% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Tuscaloosa ranks #233 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Tuscaloosa is 1% above the Alabama figure.
Elsewhere in Alabama
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +1% |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | level |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | level |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | −2% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,000 | −1% |
| Auburn, AL | 72,710 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Tuscaloosa against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laredo, TX | 109,370 jobs | $3,650 – $11,200 | $7,400 | −9% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,850 | +21% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $4,100 – $13,300 | $8,700 | +7% |
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $3,950 – $13,000 | $8,500 | +4% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Tuscaloosa: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Tuscaloosa?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,900 to $12,400 in the Tuscaloosa area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,450 to $9,850. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Tuscaloosa?
About $138 to $443 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 Tuscaloosa or Birmingham?
Birmingham is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,250, which is 1% more than Tuscaloosa ($8,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Tuscaloosa?
About 45% at the midpoint, or $3,650 out of $8,150. Materials are 44% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Tuscaloosa?
$3,900 to $12,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Tuscaloosa?
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 Tuscaloosa area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Tuscaloosa expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Alabama?
Tuscaloosa is 1% 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 Tuscaloosa?
The BLS median is $23.49 an hour in the Tuscaloosa area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.52 to $27.84.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Tuscaloosa?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,900 to $7,300 and premium work $9,000 to $12,400. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Tuscaloosa
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.