Kitchen cabinets cost in Jonesboro, AR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,700 – $11,500
- Per linear ft
- $130 – $407
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −17%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #293
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Jonesboro, plan on $3,700 to $11,500 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $130 to $407 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 17% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $21.13 an hour in the Jonesboro area, 27% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Jonesboro, AR, standard level
$6,000 to $9,100
About $213 to $324 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 42% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| Labor | $2,300 | $4,100 |
| Permits and fees | $690 | $1,050 |
| Total | $6,000 | $9,100 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Jonesboro, AR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $3,500 | $4,700 | 46% |
| Labor | $910 | $3,200 | $5,500 | 42% |
| Permits and fees | $430 | $860 | $1,300 | 11% |
| Total | $3,700 | $7,550 | $11,500 | 100% |
Why Jonesboro prices look the way they do
Labor is 42% 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 Jonesboro the blended ratio comes out at 0.73.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Jonesboro metro is 93.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,500, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (85.9) and land at $430 to $1,300.
Jonesboro: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Jonesboro 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
$3,700 to $6,800
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,000 to $9,100
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$8,350 to $11,500
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,400 – $4,400 | $3,900 – $5,900 | $5,400 – $7,400 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,050 – $5,600 | $4,950 – $7,500 | $6,850 – $9,400 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,700 – $6,800 | $6,000 – $9,100 | $8,350 – $11,500 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,650 – $10,400 | $9,200 – $14,000 | $12,800 – $17,600 |
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Jonesboro
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.
Related projects, priced for Jonesboro
Because every project leans on different trades, Jonesboro's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −11% and shower pan −20%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $16,500 – $28,100 | −11% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $290 – $820 | −15% |
| Front door | 1 door | $410 – $2,250 | −12% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $3,900 – $19,300 | −17% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $710 – $2,300 | −20% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $250 – $1,250 | −16% |
How Jonesboro compares
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Memphis is the priciest of the group at $8,300.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro, ARthis page | $3,700 – $11,500 | $7,550 | |
| Memphis, TN65 miles | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +9% |
| Jackson, TN100 miles | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,000 | +6% |
| Little Rock, AR120 miles | $3,750 – $11,900 | $7,850 | +4% |
| Springfield, MO180 miles | $3,900 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +9% |
| Clarksville, TN180 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +8% |
| Arkansas (statewide) | $3,750 – $11,900 | $7,800 | +3% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +21% |
Across 300 US metros, Jonesboro comes in at #293 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Jonesboro is 3% below the Arkansas figure.
Other Arkansas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $3,750 – $11,900 | $7,850 | +4% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | +5% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $3,650 – $11,400 | $7,500 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Jonesboro's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Jonesboro against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $4,200 – $14,300 | $9,250 | +22% |
| Chambersburg, PA | 60,280 jobs | $4,050 – $12,700 | $8,400 | +11% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $3,750 – $11,500 | $7,600 | level |
| Alexandria, LA | 60,000 jobs | $3,750 – $11,900 | $7,800 | +3% |
Jonesboro labor market for kitchen cabinets
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 Jonesboro is 0.73 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $21.13 an hour, which is 27% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.07 and $24.23 an hour. BLS counts 110 of them working in the area, 18.1 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 $23.43 an hour, 23% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $18.13 and $29.23 an hour. About 340 work in the metro. That is 56.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $22.61 an hour, which is 26% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $18.48 and $28.22 an hour. BLS counts 160 of them working in the area, 26.4 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 ($24.23 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $370. At the 25th percentile ($19.07) it shrinks by about $250. The total moves by 4.9% or 3.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 60,620 jobs in the Jonesboro area. That makes it the 286th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $19.07 | $21.13 | $24.23 | $29.12 | 0.73 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $18.13 | $23.43 | $29.23 | $30.38 | 0.77 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $18.48 | $22.61 | $28.22 | $30.67 | 0.74 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.73 | |||||
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Kitchen cabinets in Jonesboro: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Jonesboro?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,700 to $11,500 in the Jonesboro area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,000 to $9,100. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Jonesboro?
About $130 to $407 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $430 to $1,300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Jonesboro or Memphis?
Memphis is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,300, which is 9% more than Jonesboro ($7,550). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Jonesboro?
About 42% at the midpoint, or $3,200 out of $7,550. Materials are 46% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Jonesboro?
$3,700 to $11,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Jonesboro?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $430 to $1,300 for fees in the Jonesboro area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Jonesboro expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Arkansas?
Jonesboro is 3% below the Arkansas statewide estimate ($7,800 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in Arkansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Jonesboro?
The BLS median is $21.13 an hour in the Jonesboro area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.07 to $24.23.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Jonesboro?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,700 to $6,800 and premium work $8,350 to $11,500. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Jonesboro
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.