Kitchen cabinets cost in Wichita, KS
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,900 – $12,600
- Per linear ft
- $138 – $450
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #213
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new kitchen cabinets in the Wichita area: $3,900 to $12,600 for 25 linear ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 10% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $24.49 an hour in the Wichita area, 16% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Wichita, KS, standard level
$6,500 to $9,950
About $231 to $356 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 46% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| Labor | $2,750 | $4,900 |
| Permits and fees | $710 | $1,050 |
| Total | $6,500 | $9,950 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Wichita, KS
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $3,550 | $4,700 | 43% |
| Labor | $1,100 | $3,800 | $6,550 | 46% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $890 | $1,350 | 11% |
| Total | $3,900 | $8,250 | $12,600 | 100% |
What is behind the Wichita number
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, Wichita wages are 0.87 times the national level. Labor makes up about 46% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Wichita is at 94.0 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,750 nationally becomes $3,550 here (midpoint, 25 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 88.9: $440 to $1,350.
Wichita: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Wichita. 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
$3,900 to $7,350
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,500 to $9,950
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,100 to $12,600
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,500 – $4,750 | $4,200 – $6,400 | $5,850 – $8,100 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,200 – $6,050 | $5,350 – $8,200 | $7,500 – $10,300 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,900 – $7,350 | $6,500 – $9,950 | $9,100 – $12,600 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,950 – $11,300 | $9,950 – $15,300 | $14,000 – $19,300 |
Who does the work: Wichita trade wages
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 Wichita the blend is 0.87.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $24.49 an hour, 16% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.49 and $29.66 an hour. About 1,210 work in the metro. That is 39.2 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 $31.57 an hour, which is 4% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $25.07 and $38.48 an hour. BLS counts 1,610 of them working in the area, 52.2 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 $29.30 an hour, 4% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.29 and $39.21 an hour. About 1,060 work in the metro. That is 34.4 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 $620 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $240. That is a swing of roughly 2.9% to 7.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Wichita has 308,570 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 82nd 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% | $22.49 | $24.49 | $29.66 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $25.07 | $31.57 | $38.48 | $30.38 | 1.04 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $23.29 | $29.30 | $39.21 | $30.67 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.87 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Wichita
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Wichita wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen remodel comes out highest (−7%) and storm door lowest (−9%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,200 – $29,200 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $870 | −9% |
| Front door | 1 door | $450 – $2,300 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,300 – $21,400 | −8% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $850 – $2,550 | −8% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Wichita bid
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.
Is Wichita cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Wichita. Tulsa is the lowest at about $7,950 (midpoint, 25 linear ft), 110 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wichita, KSthis page | $3,900 – $12,600 | $8,250 | |
| Tulsa, OK110 miles | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −3% |
| Topeka, KS125 miles | $3,900 – $12,800 | $8,350 | +1% |
| Oklahoma City, OK155 miles | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −2% |
| Joplin, MO155 miles | $3,850 – $12,400 | $8,100 | −2% |
| Kansas City, MO175 miles | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | +10% |
| Kansas (statewide) | $4,000 – $13,200 | $8,600 | +5% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +11% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Wichita ranks #213 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Wichita is 5% below the Kansas figure.
Elsewhere in Kansas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topeka, KS | 115,750 jobs | $3,900 – $12,800 | $8,350 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Wichita against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado Springs, CO | 316,060 jobs | $4,100 – $13,400 | $8,750 | +6% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | level |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +9% |
| Provo, UT | 304,660 jobs | $4,000 – $13,000 | $8,500 | +3% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Wichita: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Wichita?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,900 to $12,600 in the Wichita area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,500 to $9,950. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Wichita?
About $138 to $450 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $440 to $1,350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Wichita or Tulsa?
Tulsa is 110 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $7,950, which is 3% less than Wichita ($8,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Wichita?
About 46% at the midpoint, or $3,800 out of $8,250. Materials are 43% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Wichita?
$3,900 to $12,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Wichita?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $440 to $1,350 for fees in the Wichita area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Wichita expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Kansas?
Wichita is 5% below the Kansas statewide estimate ($8,600 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Kansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Wichita?
The BLS median is $24.49 an hour in the Wichita area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.49 to $29.66.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Wichita?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,900 to $7,350 and premium work $9,100 to $12,600. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Wichita
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.