Kitchen cabinets cost in Augusta, GA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,050 – $13,400
- Per linear ft
- $144 – $480
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #148
- 1 = most expensive
Augusta homeowners pay roughly $4,050 to $13,400 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $144 to $480 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Augusta is 4% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $28.33 an hour in the Augusta area, 3% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Augusta, GA, standard level
$6,850 to $10,600
About $245 to $379 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $3,000 | $5,400 |
| Permits and fees | $740 | $1,100 |
| Total | $6,850 | $10,600 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Augusta, GA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 41% |
| Labor | $1,200 | $4,200 | $7,200 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $920 | $1,400 | 11% |
| Total | $4,050 | $8,700 | $13,400 | 100% |
Where the Augusta price comes from
Labor is 48% 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 Augusta the blended ratio comes out at 0.96.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Augusta metro is 96.3 (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 (91.9) and land at $460 to $1,400.
Augusta: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Augusta 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
$4,050 to $7,800
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,850 to $10,600
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,650 to $13,400
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,600 – $5,000 | $4,400 – $6,800 | $6,200 – $8,600 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,350 – $6,400 | $5,650 – $8,700 | $7,950 – $11,000 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,050 – $7,800 | $6,850 – $10,600 | $9,650 – $13,400 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,250 – $12,000 | $10,500 – $16,300 | $14,800 – $20,600 |
Related projects, priced for Augusta
Because every project leans on different trades, Augusta's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, front door runs −4% and shower pan −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,700 – $30,100 | −4% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −4% |
| Front door | 1 door | $480 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,350 – $21,600 | −7% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $820 – $2,550 | −10% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | −8% |
Is Augusta cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Augusta is the priciest of the group. Athens is the cheapest at $7,850.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Augusta, GAthis page | $4,050 – $13,400 | $8,700 | |
| Columbia, SC70 miles | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −7% |
| Athens, GA80 miles | $3,800 – $11,900 | $7,850 | −10% |
| Greenville, SC90 miles | $3,900 – $12,500 | $8,200 | −6% |
| Spartanburg, SC95 miles | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,300 | −5% |
| Hilton Head, SC100 miles | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,200 | −6% |
| Georgia (statewide) | $4,000 – $12,600 | $8,300 | −5% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Augusta comes in at #148 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Augusta is 5% above the Georgia figure.
Other Georgia metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $4,100 – $12,900 | $8,500 | −3% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | −9% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $3,800 – $11,800 | $7,800 | −11% |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | −8% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $3,800 – $11,900 | $7,850 | −10% |
| Macon, GA | 95,030 jobs | $3,750 – $11,500 | $7,600 | −13% |
Cities with a workforce like Augusta's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Augusta against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trenton, NJ | 240,190 jobs | $4,450 – $15,100 | $9,750 | +12% |
| Fort Wayne, IN | 225,520 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $9,000 | +3% |
| Palm Bay, FL | 245,170 jobs | $3,950 – $12,400 | $8,200 | −6% |
| Springfield, MO | 223,030 jobs | $3,900 – $12,600 | $8,250 | −6% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Augusta bid
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.
Stock, semi-custom or custom
Stock cabinets run $100-$400 per linear foot installed, semi-custom $150-$700, and custom $500-$1,200 (HomeGuide).
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 Augusta is 0.96 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $28.33 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.66 and $32.50 an hour. BLS counts 830 of them working in the area, 35.8 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 $28.69 an hour, 6% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.98 and $36.30 an hour. About 860 work in the metro. That is 37.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $26.29 an hour, which is 14% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.26 and $30.94 an hour. BLS counts 540 of them working in the area, 23.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($32.50 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $500. At the 25th percentile ($22.66) it shrinks by about $680. The total moves by 5.7% or 7.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 231,930 jobs in the Augusta-Richmond County area. That makes it the 106th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.15% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $22.66 | $28.33 | $32.50 | $29.12 | 0.97 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.98 | $28.69 | $36.30 | $30.38 | 0.94 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $22.26 | $26.29 | $30.94 | $30.67 | 0.86 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.96 | |||||
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Kitchen cabinets in Augusta: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Augusta?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,050 to $13,400 in the Augusta area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,850 to $10,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Augusta?
About $144 to $480 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $460 to $1,400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Augusta or Columbia?
Columbia is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,100, which is 7% less than Augusta ($8,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Augusta?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $4,200 out of $8,700. Materials are 41% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Augusta?
$4,050 to $13,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Augusta?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $460 to $1,400 for fees in the Augusta area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Augusta expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Georgia?
Augusta is 5% above the Georgia statewide estimate ($8,300 at the midpoint). We cover 10 metros in Georgia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Augusta?
The BLS median is $28.33 an hour in the Augusta area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.66 to $32.50.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Augusta?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,050 to $7,800 and premium work $9,650 to $13,400. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Augusta
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.