Kitchen cabinets cost in Washington, DC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,450 – $14,600
- Per linear ft
- $157 – $520
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +5%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #56
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Washington, DC usually costs $4,450 to $14,600 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $157 to $520 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $430 more. Building materials run about 5% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 104.8).
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Washington, DC, standard level
$7,500 to $11,600
About $266 to $411 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 47% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,400 | $4,450 |
| Labor | $3,250 | $5,850 |
| Permits and fees | $870 | $1,300 |
| Total | $7,500 | $11,600 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Washington, DC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,600 | $3,950 | $5,250 | 41% |
| Labor | $1,300 | $4,550 | $7,750 | 47% |
| Permits and fees | $540 | $1,100 | $1,650 | 11% |
| Total | $4,450 | $9,550 | $14,600 | 100% |
Where the Washington 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 $29.23 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Washington is 1.04 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 47% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Washington is at 104.8 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 108.9: $540 to $1,650.
Related projects, priced for Washington
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Washington wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen remodel comes out highest (+5%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−2%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,400 – $33,000 | +5% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $360 – $990 | +4% |
| Front door | 1 door | $520 – $2,600 | +4% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,900 – $24,200 | +4% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $940 – $2,900 | +3% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,500 | −2% |
What local crews earn in Washington
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 Washington the blend is 1.04.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $29.23 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $26.62 and $35.56 an hour. About 13,280 work in the metro. That is 42.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $36.50 an hour, which is 20% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $28.40 and $49.65 an hour. BLS counts 16,580 of them working in the area, 52.9 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 $34.55 an hour, 13% above the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $26.82 and $45.22 an hour. About 9,420 work in the metro. That is 30.0 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 $760 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $310. That is a swing of roughly 3.3% to 8.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Washington-Arlington-Alexandria has 3,136,190 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 6th 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% | $26.62 | $29.23 | $35.56 | $29.12 | 1.00 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $28.40 | $36.50 | $49.65 | $30.38 | 1.20 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $26.82 | $34.55 | $45.22 | $30.67 | 1.13 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.04 | |||||
Washington against nearby metros and the rest of the District of Columbia
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 $8,300 to $9,550 across Washington and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington, DCthis page | $4,450 – $14,600 | $9,550 | |
| Hagerstown, MD55 miles | $4,050 – $13,200 | $8,650 | −10% |
| Baltimore, MD60 miles | $4,350 – $14,400 | $9,400 | −2% |
| Winchester, VA60 miles | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | −13% |
| Lexington Park, MD65 miles | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,200 | −4% |
| Chambersburg, PA75 miles | $4,050 – $12,700 | $8,400 | −12% |
| District of Columbia (statewide) | $4,600 – $15,200 | $9,900 | +4% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −4% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Washington ranks #56 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Washington is 3% below the District of Columbia figure.
Washington is the only District of Columbia metro we cover, so the statewide page is the only in-state comparison. It uses statewide wages, which include rural areas.
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Washington against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $4,050 – $12,900 | $8,450 | −11% |
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,250 | −3% |
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $4,150 – $12,900 | $8,550 | −11% |
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $4,100 – $12,900 | $8,500 | −11% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Washington bid
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.
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Washington
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Washington. 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
$4,450 to $8,550
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,500 to $11,600
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,600 to $14,600
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,900 – $5,500 | $4,850 – $7,500 | $6,800 – $9,450 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,700 – $7,000 | $6,200 – $9,550 | $8,700 – $12,000 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,450 – $8,550 | $7,500 – $11,600 | $10,600 – $14,600 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,800 – $13,100 | $11,500 – $17,800 | $16,200 – $22,500 |
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Kitchen cabinets in Washington: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Washington?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,450 to $14,600 in the Washington area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,500 to $11,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Washington?
About $157 to $520 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $540 to $1,650 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Washington or Hagerstown?
Hagerstown is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,650, which is 10% less than Washington ($9,550). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Washington?
About 47% at the midpoint, or $4,550 out of $9,550. Materials are 41% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Washington?
$4,450 to $14,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Washington?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $540 to $1,650 for fees in the Washington area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Washington expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of District of Columbia?
Washington is 3% below the District of Columbia statewide estimate ($9,900 at the midpoint).
+What do carpenters earn in Washington?
The BLS median is $29.23 an hour in the Washington area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $26.62 to $35.56.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Washington?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,450 to $8,550 and premium work $10,600 to $14,600. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Washington
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.