Kitchen cabinets cost in Louisville, KY
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 – $481
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #144
- 1 = most expensive
Louisville homeowners pay roughly $4,050 to $13,400 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $144 to $481 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Louisville is 4% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $27.17 an hour in the Louisville area, 7% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Louisville, KY, standard level
$6,900 to $10,600
About $245 to $380 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 | $6,900 | $10,600 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Louisville, KY
| 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 | $470 | $930 | $1,400 | 11% |
| Total | $4,050 | $8,750 | $13,400 | 100% |
Where the Louisville price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 80% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $27.17 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Louisville is 0.96 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 48% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Louisville 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 (93.1) and land at $470 to $1,400.
Louisville against nearby metros and the rest of Kentucky
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Louisville. Lexington is the lowest at about $8,350 (midpoint, 25 linear ft), 70 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville, KYthis page | $4,050 – $13,400 | $8,750 | |
| Lexington, KY70 miles | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | −4% |
| Bloomington, IN90 miles | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | +5% |
| Cincinnati, OH90 miles | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,850 | +1% |
| Bowling Green, KY90 miles | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,400 | −4% |
| Evansville, IN105 miles | $4,200 – $14,300 | $9,250 | +6% |
| Kentucky (statewide) | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,400 | −4% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +4% |
Across 300 US metros, Louisville comes in at #144 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Louisville is 4% above the Kentucky figure.
Other Kentucky metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lexington, KY | 286,910 jobs | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | −4% |
| Bowling Green, KY | 82,160 jobs | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,400 | −4% |
Cities with a workforce like Louisville's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Louisville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RI | 714,120 jobs | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,300 | +6% |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 677,680 jobs | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −8% |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $4,000 – $12,700 | $8,350 | −5% |
| Richmond, VA | 660,350 jobs | $4,000 – $12,900 | $8,450 | −3% |
Cost by quality level and size in Louisville
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Louisville 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
$6,900 to $10,600
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,700 to $13,400
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,650 – $5,000 | $4,450 – $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 | $6,900 – $10,600 | $9,700 – $13,400 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,250 – $12,000 | $10,600 – $16,300 | $14,900 – $20,600 |
Related projects, priced for Louisville
Because every project leans on different trades, Louisville's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs −1% and kitchen backsplash −8%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,800 – $30,200 | −4% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $330 – $910 | −5% |
| Front door | 1 door | $470 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,550 – $22,500 | −4% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $930 – $2,750 | −1% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,400 | −8% |
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 Louisville is 0.96 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $27.17 an hour, which is 7% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.31 and $31.24 an hour. BLS counts 2,990 of them working in the area, 43.6 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 $30.02 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.33 and $38.92 an hour. About 4,340 work in the metro. That is 63.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $35.91 an hour, which is 17% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.84 and $42.51 an hour. BLS counts 2,780 of them working in the area, 40.6 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 ($31.24 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $490. At the 25th percentile ($23.31) it shrinks by about $460. The total moves by 5.6% or 5.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 685,190 jobs in the Louisville/Jefferson County area. That makes it the 43rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.44% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $23.31 | $27.17 | $31.24 | $29.12 | 0.93 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $23.33 | $30.02 | $38.92 | $30.38 | 0.99 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $24.84 | $35.91 | $42.51 | $30.67 | 1.17 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.96 | |||||
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Louisville
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).
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Kitchen cabinets in Louisville: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Louisville?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,050 to $13,400 in the Louisville area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,900 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 Louisville?
About $144 to $481 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $470 to $1,400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Louisville or Lexington?
Lexington is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,350, which is 4% less than Louisville ($8,750). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Louisville?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $4,200 out of $8,750. Materials are 41% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Louisville?
$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 Louisville?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $470 to $1,400 for fees in the Louisville area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Louisville expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Kentucky?
Louisville is 4% above 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 Louisville?
The BLS median is $27.17 an hour in the Louisville area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.31 to $31.24.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Louisville?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,050 to $7,800 and premium work $9,700 to $13,400. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Louisville
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.