Kitchen cabinets cost in Lafayette, LA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,800 – $12,100
- Per linear ft
- $134 – $431
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #274
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Lafayette, plan on $3,800 to $12,100 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $134 to $431 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 13% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $22.81 an hour in the Lafayette area, 22% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Lafayette, LA, standard level
$6,300 to $9,600
About $223 to $342 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 45% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| Labor | $2,550 | $4,550 |
| Permits and fees | $700 | $1,050 |
| Total | $6,300 | $9,600 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Lafayette, LA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $3,500 | $4,700 | 44% |
| Labor | $1,000 | $3,550 | $6,100 | 45% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $870 | $1,300 | 11% |
| Total | $3,800 | $7,950 | $12,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Lafayette 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, Lafayette wages are 0.81 times the national level. Labor makes up about 45% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Lafayette metro is 93.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,500, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (87.2) and land at $440 to $1,300.
Related projects, priced for Lafayette
Because every project leans on different trades, Lafayette's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −9% and kitchen backsplash −15%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $16,900 – $28,700 | −9% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $300 – $840 | −12% |
| Front door | 1 door | $420 – $2,250 | −10% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,100 – $20,400 | −12% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $780 – $2,450 | −14% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $250 – $1,300 | −15% |
Is Lafayette 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 $7,800 to $8,650 across Lafayette and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette, LAthis page | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | |
| Lake Charles, LA65 miles | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | level |
| Baton Rouge, LA70 miles | $4,000 – $13,200 | $8,600 | +8% |
| Houma, LA90 miles | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | level |
| Alexandria, LA95 miles | $3,750 – $11,900 | $7,800 | −2% |
| Beaumont, TX125 miles | $4,000 – $13,300 | $8,650 | +9% |
| Louisiana (statewide) | $3,850 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +3% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +15% |
Across 300 US metros, Lafayette comes in at #274 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Lafayette is 3% below the Louisiana figure.
Other Louisiana metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 445,550 jobs | $3,900 – $12,500 | $8,200 | +3% |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 409,690 jobs | $4,000 – $13,200 | $8,600 | +8% |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 jobs | $3,800 – $12,000 | $7,900 | level |
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 jobs | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | level |
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 jobs | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,050 | +1% |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Lafayette's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lafayette against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +13% |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 178,590 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +3% |
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 jobs | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +5% |
| Anchorage, AK | 177,050 jobs | $4,750 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +32% |
Why two Lafayette quotes can differ
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).
Layout changes
Keeping the plumbing and wiring where it is saves real money. Moving them brings in plumbers and electricians.
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Lafayette
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Lafayette 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
$3,800 to $7,100
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,300 to $9,600
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$8,750 to $12,100
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,450 – $4,600 | $4,050 – $6,200 | $5,650 – $7,750 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,100 – $5,850 | $5,150 – $7,900 | $7,200 – $9,950 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,800 – $7,100 | $6,300 – $9,600 | $8,750 – $12,100 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,800 – $10,900 | $9,650 – $14,700 | $13,500 – $18,500 |
Lafayette labor market for kitchen cabinets
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 Lafayette is 0.81 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $22.81 an hour, which is 22% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.55 and $27.69 an hour. BLS counts 580 of them working in the area, 32.3 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 $28.76 an hour, 5% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.72 and $31.75 an hour. About 730 work in the metro. That is 40.7 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 $27.85 an hour, which is 9% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $21.73 and $31.63 an hour. BLS counts 680 of them working in the area, 37.9 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 ($27.69 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $590. At the 25th percentile ($18.55) it shrinks by about $510. The total moves by 7.4% or 6.4%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 179,570 jobs in the Lafayette area. That makes it the 129th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.12% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $18.55 | $22.81 | $27.69 | $29.12 | 0.78 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.72 | $28.76 | $31.75 | $30.38 | 0.95 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $21.73 | $27.85 | $31.63 | $30.67 | 0.91 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.81 | |||||
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Kitchen cabinets in Lafayette: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Lafayette?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,800 to $12,100 in the Lafayette area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,300 to $9,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Lafayette?
About $134 to $431 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $440 to $1,300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Lafayette or Lake Charles?
Lake Charles is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $7,950, which is 0% less than Lafayette ($7,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lafayette?
About 45% at the midpoint, or $3,550 out of $7,950. Materials are 44% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Lafayette?
$3,800 to $12,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Lafayette?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $440 to $1,300 for fees in the Lafayette area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lafayette expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Louisiana?
Lafayette is 3% below the Louisiana statewide estimate ($8,150 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Louisiana; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Lafayette?
The BLS median is $22.81 an hour in the Lafayette area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.55 to $27.69.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Lafayette?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,800 to $7,100 and premium work $8,750 to $12,100. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Lafayette
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.