Kitchen cabinets cost in Lexington, KY
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,950 – $12,800
- Per linear ft
- $140 – $455
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #182
- 1 = most expensive
Lexington homeowners pay roughly $3,950 to $12,800 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $140 to $455 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Lexington is 8% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $25.01 an hour in the Lexington area, 14% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Lexington, KY, standard level
$6,600 to $10,100
About $234 to $360 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 46% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $2,750 | $4,900 |
| Permits and fees | $740 | $1,100 |
| Total | $6,600 | $10,100 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Lexington, KY
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 43% |
| Labor | $1,100 | $3,850 | $6,550 | 46% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $930 | $1,400 | 11% |
| Total | $3,950 | $8,350 | $12,800 | 100% |
What is behind the Lexington number
Labor is 46% 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 Lexington the blended ratio comes out at 0.87.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Lexington 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 (92.9) and land at $460 to $1,400.
Related projects, priced for Lexington
Because every project leans on different trades, Lexington's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −5% and kitchen backsplash −8%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,500 – $29,800 | −5% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $880 | −8% |
| Front door | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | −6% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,350 – $21,600 | −7% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $860 – $2,600 | −7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,400 | −8% |
Is Lexington cheap or dear? The local comparison
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 $8,350 to $8,850 across Lexington and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington, KYthis page | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | |
| Cincinnati, OH65 miles | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,850 | +6% |
| Louisville, KY70 miles | $4,050 – $13,400 | $8,750 | +5% |
| Huntington, WV100 miles | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | level |
| Dayton, OH120 miles | $4,000 – $13,300 | $8,650 | +4% |
| Bowling Green, KY130 miles | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,400 | level |
| Kentucky (statewide) | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,400 | level |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +9% |
Across 300 US metros, Lexington comes in at #182 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Lexington is 0% below the Kentucky figure.
Other Kentucky metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KY | 685,190 jobs | $4,050 – $13,400 | $8,750 | +5% |
| Bowling Green, KY | 82,160 jobs | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,400 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Lexington's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lexington against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, ME | 288,480 jobs | $4,250 – $14,400 | $9,300 | +11% |
| New Haven, CT | 281,410 jobs | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | +14% |
| Stockton, CA | 289,660 jobs | $4,550 – $15,300 | $9,950 | +19% |
| Reno, NV | 275,680 jobs | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,250 | +11% |
Why two Lexington quotes can differ
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).
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Lexington
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Lexington 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 $7,500
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,600 to $10,100
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,250 to $12,800
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,850 | $4,250 – $6,500 | $5,950 – $8,200 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,250 – $6,150 | $5,450 – $8,300 | $7,600 – $10,500 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,950 – $7,500 | $6,600 – $10,100 | $9,250 – $12,800 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,050 – $11,500 | $10,100 – $15,500 | $14,200 – $19,600 |
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 Lexington is 0.87 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $25.01 an hour, which is 14% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.63 and $29.61 an hour. BLS counts 1,200 of them working in the area, 41.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $27.56 an hour, 9% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $21.03 and $32.38 an hour. About 1,500 work in the metro. That is 52.3 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 $29.75 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.55 and $39.11 an hour. BLS counts 810 of them working in the area, 28.2 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 ($29.61 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $550. At the 25th percentile ($22.63) it shrinks by about $290. The total moves by 6.6% or 3.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 286,910 jobs in the Lexington-Fayette area. That makes it the 90th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.18% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $22.63 | $25.01 | $29.61 | $29.12 | 0.86 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $21.03 | $27.56 | $32.38 | $30.38 | 0.91 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $23.55 | $29.75 | $39.11 | $30.67 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.87 | |||||
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Kitchen cabinets in Lexington: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Lexington?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,950 to $12,800 in the Lexington area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,600 to $10,100. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Lexington?
About $140 to $455 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 Lexington or Cincinnati?
Cincinnati is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,850, which is 6% more than Lexington ($8,350). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lexington?
About 46% at the midpoint, or $3,850 out of $8,350. Materials are 43% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Lexington?
$3,950 to $12,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Lexington?
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 Lexington area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lexington expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Kentucky?
Lexington is 0% below the Kentucky statewide estimate ($8,400 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Kentucky; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Lexington?
The BLS median is $25.01 an hour in the Lexington area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.63 to $29.61.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Lexington?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,950 to $7,500 and premium work $9,250 to $12,800. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Lexington
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.