Kitchen cabinets cost in Pensacola, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,900 – $12,200
- Per linear ft
- $136 – $430
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #250
- 1 = most expensive
Pensacola homeowners pay roughly $3,900 to $12,200 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $136 to $430 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Pensacola is 12% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $23.04 an hour in the Pensacola area, 21% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Pensacola, FL, standard level
$6,400 to $9,700
About $224 to $342 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 43% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $2,450 | $4,450 |
| Permits and fees | $780 | $1,150 |
| Total | $6,400 | $9,700 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Pensacola, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 45% |
| Labor | $990 | $3,450 | $5,950 | 43% |
| Permits and fees | $490 | $980 | $1,450 | 12% |
| Total | $3,900 | $8,050 | $12,200 | 100% |
What is behind the Pensacola number
Labor is 43% 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 Pensacola the blended ratio comes out at 0.79.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Pensacola metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,600, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (97.7) and land at $490 to $1,450.
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Pensacola is 0.79 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $23.04 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.22 and $27.44 an hour. BLS counts 660 of them working in the area, 34.6 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 $24.28 an hour, 20% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.23 and $28.88 an hour. About 970 work in the metro. That is 50.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.88 an hour, which is 22% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $21.76 and $29.73 an hour. BLS counts 650 of them working in the area, 34.1 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 ($27.44 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $530. At the 25th percentile ($19.22) it shrinks by about $460. The total moves by 6.6% or 5.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 190,480 jobs in the Pensacola-Ferry Pass-Brent area. That makes it the 121st largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.12% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $19.22 | $23.04 | $27.44 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.23 | $24.28 | $28.88 | $30.38 | 0.80 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $21.76 | $23.88 | $29.73 | $30.67 | 0.78 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.79 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Pensacola?
Because every project leans on different trades, Pensacola's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −7% and shower pan −13%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,200 – $29,300 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $310 – $860 | −10% |
| Front door | 1 door | $440 – $2,350 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,150 – $20,500 | −12% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $770 – $2,450 | −13% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | −11% |
How Pensacola compares
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Pensacola. Dothan is the lowest at about $7,600 (midpoint, 25 linear ft), 110 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pensacola, FLthis page | $3,900 – $12,200 | $8,050 | |
| Daphne, AL35 miles | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,000 | level |
| Crestview, FL50 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +1% |
| Mobile, AL60 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +1% |
| Panama City, FL95 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +1% |
| Dothan, AL110 miles | $3,750 – $11,500 | $7,600 | −6% |
| Florida (statewide) | $4,000 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +4% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +13% |
Across 300 US metros, Pensacola comes in at #250 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Pensacola is 4% below the Florida figure.
Other Florida metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $4,250 – $13,400 | $8,800 | +9% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +4% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | +2% |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +4% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $4,000 – $12,800 | $8,400 | +4% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | +2% |
Cities with a workforce like Pensacola's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pensacola against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +3% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $4,500 – $14,900 | $9,650 | +20% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $4,150 – $13,800 | $9,000 | +12% |
| Salinas, CA | 186,430 jobs | $4,550 – $15,300 | $9,900 | +23% |
Why two Pensacola 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.
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Pensacola
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Pensacola 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
$3,900 to $7,200
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,400 to $9,700
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$8,900 to $12,200
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,700 | $4,150 – $6,300 | $5,750 – $7,900 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,200 – $5,950 | $5,250 – $8,000 | $7,300 – $10,100 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,900 – $7,200 | $6,400 – $9,700 | $8,900 – $12,200 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,900 – $11,000 | $9,750 – $14,800 | $13,600 – $18,700 |
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Kitchen cabinets in Pensacola: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Pensacola?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,900 to $12,200 in the Pensacola area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,400 to $9,700. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Pensacola?
About $136 to $430 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $490 to $1,450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Pensacola or Daphne?
Daphne is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,000, which is 0% less than Pensacola ($8,050). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pensacola?
About 43% at the midpoint, or $3,450 out of $8,050. Materials are 45% and permits 12%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Pensacola?
$3,900 to $12,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Pensacola?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $490 to $1,450 for fees in the Pensacola area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pensacola expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Florida?
Pensacola is 4% below the Florida statewide estimate ($8,350 at the midpoint). We cover 19 metros in Florida; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Pensacola?
The BLS median is $23.04 an hour in the Pensacola area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.22 to $27.44.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Pensacola?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,900 to $7,200 and premium work $8,900 to $12,200. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Pensacola
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.