Kitchen cabinets cost in Punta Gorda, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,950 – $12,500
- Per linear ft
- $137 – $438
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #218
- 1 = most expensive
Punta Gorda homeowners pay roughly $3,950 to $12,500 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $137 to $438 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Punta Gorda is 10% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $23.33 an hour in the Punta Gorda area, 20% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Punta Gorda, FL, standard level
$6,500 to $9,900
About $228 to $348 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 44% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $2,550 | $4,600 |
| Permits and fees | $800 | $1,200 |
| Total | $6,500 | $9,900 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Punta Gorda, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 44% |
| Labor | $1,000 | $3,600 | $6,150 | 44% |
| Permits and fees | $500 | $1,000 | $1,500 | 12% |
| Total | $3,950 | $8,200 | $12,500 | 100% |
Where the Punta Gorda price comes from
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, Punta Gorda wages are 0.82 times the national level. Labor makes up about 44% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Punta Gorda 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 (100.5) and land at $500 to $1,500.
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 Punta Gorda is 0.82 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $23.33 an hour, which is 20% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.62 and $28.72 an hour. BLS counts 340 of them working in the area, 59.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $27.82 an hour, 8% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.76 and $29.19 an hour. About 260 work in the metro. That is 45.2 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 $26.68 an hour, which is 13% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.78 and $30.23 an hour. BLS counts 260 of them working in the area, 45.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($28.72 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $650. At the 25th percentile ($20.62) it shrinks by about $330. The total moves by 7.9% or 4.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 57,530 jobs in the Punta Gorda area. That makes it the 297th 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% | $20.62 | $23.33 | $28.72 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.76 | $27.82 | $29.19 | $30.38 | 0.92 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $22.78 | $26.68 | $30.23 | $30.67 | 0.87 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.82 | |||||
Punta Gorda against nearby metros and the rest of Florida
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 $7,950 to $8,400 across Punta Gorda and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Punta Gorda, FLthis page | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,200 | |
| Cape Coral, FL25 miles | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | level |
| North Port, FL40 miles | $4,000 – $12,800 | $8,400 | +2% |
| Naples, FL65 miles | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +1% |
| Lakeland, FL75 miles | $3,850 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −3% |
| Tampa, FL90 miles | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +2% |
| Florida (statewide) | $4,000 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +2% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +11% |
Across 300 US metros, Punta Gorda comes in at #218 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Punta Gorda is 2% 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 | +7% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +2% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | level |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +2% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $4,000 – $12,800 | $8,400 | +2% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Punta Gorda's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Punta Gorda against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texarkana, TX | 57,580 jobs | $3,700 – $11,400 | $7,550 | −8% |
| Pittsfield, MA | 56,810 jobs | $4,250 – $14,400 | $9,300 | +14% |
| Sebastian, FL | 57,620 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −1% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 jobs | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,050 | −2% |
Cost by quality level and size in Punta Gorda
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Punta Gorda 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
$3,950 to $7,350
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,500 to $9,900
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,050 to $12,500
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,750 | $4,200 – $6,450 | $5,850 – $8,100 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,250 – $6,050 | $5,350 – $8,150 | $7,450 – $10,300 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,950 – $7,350 | $6,500 – $9,900 | $9,050 – $12,500 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,000 – $11,200 | $9,900 – $15,100 | $13,800 – $19,000 |
Planning more than one job in Punta Gorda?
Because every project leans on different trades, Punta Gorda's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −6% and storm door −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,600 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $310 – $860 | −10% |
| Front door | 1 door | $440 – $2,350 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,200 | −9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $810 – $2,550 | −9% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Punta Gorda 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.
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Kitchen cabinets in Punta Gorda: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Punta Gorda?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,950 to $12,500 in the Punta Gorda area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,500 to $9,900. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Punta Gorda?
About $137 to $438 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $500 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Punta Gorda or Cape Coral?
Cape Coral is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,250, which is 0% more than Punta Gorda ($8,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Punta Gorda?
About 44% at the midpoint, or $3,600 out of $8,200. Materials are 44% and permits 12%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Punta Gorda?
$3,950 to $12,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Punta Gorda?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $500 to $1,500 for fees in the Punta Gorda area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Punta Gorda expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Florida?
Punta Gorda is 2% 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 Punta Gorda?
The BLS median is $23.33 an hour in the Punta Gorda area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.62 to $28.72.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Punta Gorda?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,950 to $7,350 and premium work $9,050 to $12,500. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Punta Gorda
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.