Kitchen cabinets cost in Modesto, CA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,650 – $15,800
- Per linear ft
- $165 – $569
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +12%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #23
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Modesto, CA usually costs $4,650 to $15,800 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $165 to $569 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,100 more. Carpenters earn a median of $35.45 an hour in the Modesto area, 22% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Modesto, CA, standard level
$8,000 to $12,400
About $286 to $448 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,400 | $4,450 |
| Labor | $3,750 | $6,700 |
| Permits and fees | $830 | $1,250 |
| Total | $8,000 | $12,400 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Modesto, CA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,650 | $3,950 | $5,250 | 39% |
| Labor | $1,500 | $5,250 | $8,950 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $520 | $1,050 | $1,550 | 10% |
| Total | $4,650 | $10,200 | $15,800 | 100% |
Where the Modesto price comes from
Labor is 51% 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 Modesto the blended ratio comes out at 1.19.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Modesto is at 105.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,750 nationally becomes $3,950 here (midpoint, 25 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 104.1: $520 to $1,550.
Related projects, priced for Modesto
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Modesto wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, storm door comes out highest (+12%) and shower pan lowest (−1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,700 – $33,600 | +7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $400 – $1,050 | +12% |
| Front door | 1 door | $570 – $2,700 | +10% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,950 – $24,500 | +5% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $900 – $2,800 | −1% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | +1% |
What local crews earn in Modesto
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 Modesto the blend is 1.19.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $35.45 an hour, 22% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.52 and $40.15 an hour. About 1,430 work in the metro. That is 73.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $36.88 an hour, which is 21% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $28.42 and $48.36 an hour. BLS counts 770 of them working in the area, 39.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $30.42 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $26.76 and $38.00 an hour. About 470 work in the metro. That is 24.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $560 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $830. That is a swing of roughly 8.2% to 5.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Modesto has 195,230 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 117th 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% | $28.52 | $35.45 | $40.15 | $29.12 | 1.22 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $28.42 | $36.88 | $48.36 | $30.38 | 1.21 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $26.76 | $30.42 | $38.00 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.19 | |||||
Modesto against nearby metros and the rest of California
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. San Jose is the priciest of the group at $11,000. Stockton is the cheapest at $9,950.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modesto, CAthis page | $4,650 – $15,800 | $10,200 | |
| Stockton, CA30 miles | $4,550 – $15,300 | $9,950 | −3% |
| Merced, CA30 miles | $4,600 – $15,700 | $10,200 | level |
| San Jose, CA50 miles | $4,900 – $17,200 | $11,000 | +8% |
| Santa Cruz, CA65 miles | $4,750 – $16,300 | $10,500 | +3% |
| Vallejo, CA70 miles | $4,750 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +3% |
| California (statewide) | $4,750 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +3% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −11% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Modesto ranks #23 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Modesto is 3% below the California figure.
Elsewhere in California
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 6,271,560 jobs | $4,750 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +3% |
| San Francisco, CA | 2,373,920 jobs | $5,100 – $18,000 | $11,600 | +13% |
| Riverside, CA | 1,716,760 jobs | $4,500 – $15,300 | $9,900 | −3% |
| San Diego, CA | 1,538,060 jobs | $4,750 – $16,100 | $10,400 | +2% |
| San Jose, CA | 1,134,970 jobs | $4,900 – $17,200 | $11,000 | +8% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $4,650 – $15,900 | $10,300 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Modesto against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | −22% |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 192,580 jobs | $3,800 – $12,200 | $8,000 | −22% |
| Manchester, NH | 199,560 jobs | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −10% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $4,150 – $13,800 | $9,000 | −12% |
Why two Modesto quotes can differ
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.
Permit
Kitchen remodeling permits are $500-$1,500 where one is needed, usually when you change layout, plumbing or wiring.
Cost by quality level and size in Modesto
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Modesto. 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
$4,650 to $9,100
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$8,000 to $12,400
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$11,300 to $15,800
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $3,000 – $5,850 | $5,100 – $7,950 | $7,250 – $10,100 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,800 – $7,450 | $6,550 – $10,200 | $9,300 – $12,900 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,650 – $9,100 | $8,000 – $12,400 | $11,300 – $15,800 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $7,100 – $14,000 | $12,300 – $19,200 | $17,400 – $24,300 |
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Kitchen cabinets in Modesto: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Modesto?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,650 to $15,800 in the Modesto area. A standard-spec job lands at $8,000 to $12,400. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Modesto?
About $165 to $569 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $520 to $1,550 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Modesto or Stockton?
Stockton is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,950, which is 3% less than Modesto ($10,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Modesto?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $5,250 out of $10,200. Materials are 39% and permits 10%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Modesto?
$4,650 to $15,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Modesto?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $520 to $1,550 for fees in the Modesto area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Modesto expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of California?
Modesto is 3% below the California statewide estimate ($10,500 at the midpoint). We cover 23 metros in California; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Modesto?
The BLS median is $35.45 an hour in the Modesto area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.52 to $40.15.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Modesto?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,650 to $9,100 and premium work $11,300 to $15,800. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Modesto
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.