Kitchen cabinets cost in Portland, ME
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,250 – $14,400
- Per linear ft
- $150 – $513
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #71
- 1 = most expensive
Portland homeowners pay roughly $4,250 to $14,400 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $150 to $513 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Portland is almost level. Carpenters earn a median of $30.91 an hour in the Portland area, 6% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Portland, ME, standard level
$7,300 to $11,300
About $259 to $405 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,150 |
| Labor | $3,300 | $6,000 |
| Permits and fees | $810 | $1,200 |
| Total | $7,300 | $11,300 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Portland, ME
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,450 | $3,650 | $4,850 | 39% |
| Labor | $1,350 | $4,650 | $8,000 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,000 | $1,550 | 11% |
| Total | $4,250 | $9,300 | $14,400 | 100% |
Where the Portland price comes from
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, Portland wages are 1.06 times the national level. Labor makes up about 50% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Portland metro is 97.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,650, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.9) and land at $510 to $1,550.
Portland: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Portland 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
$4,250 to $8,300
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,300 to $11,300
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,300 to $14,400
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,750 – $5,350 | $4,700 – $7,300 | $6,650 – $9,250 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,500 – $6,850 | $6,000 – $9,300 | $8,500 – $11,800 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,250 – $8,300 | $7,300 – $11,300 | $10,300 – $14,400 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,500 – $12,700 | $11,200 – $17,400 | $15,800 – $22,100 |
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 Portland is 1.06 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $30.91 an hour, which is 6% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.45 and $35.95 an hour. BLS counts 2,230 of them working in the area, 77.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $34.45 an hour, 13% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $30.72 and $38.12 an hour. About 1,870 work in the metro. That is 64.8 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 $31.01 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $30.51 and $36.97 an hour. BLS counts 1,740 of them working in the area, 60.3 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 ($35.95 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $610. At the 25th percentile ($28.45) it shrinks by about $300. The total moves by 6.5% or 3.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 288,480 jobs in the Portland-South Portland area. That makes it the 89th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.19% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $28.45 | $30.91 | $35.95 | $29.12 | 1.06 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $30.72 | $34.45 | $38.12 | $30.38 | 1.13 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $30.51 | $31.01 | $36.97 | $30.67 | 1.01 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Portland?
Because every project leans on different trades, Portland's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen backsplash runs +9% and front door level.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,400 – $31,400 | level |
| Storm door | 1 door | $360 – $950 | +1% |
| Front door | 1 door | $510 – $2,450 | level |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,950 – $24,600 | +5% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $2,950 | +7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $330 – $1,600 | +9% |
Portland against nearby metros and the rest of Maine
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 $9,150 to $10,400 across Portland and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, MEthis page | $4,250 – $14,400 | $9,300 | |
| Manchester, NH85 miles | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −2% |
| Boston, MA85 miles | $4,600 – $16,100 | $10,400 | +11% |
| Worcester, MA120 miles | $4,450 – $15,500 | $9,950 | +7% |
| Barnstable, MA135 miles | $4,400 – $15,100 | $9,750 | +5% |
| Providence, RI140 miles | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,300 | level |
| Maine (statewide) | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −2% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −2% |
Across 300 US metros, Portland comes in at #71 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Portland is 2% above the Maine figure.
Other Maine metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangor, ME | 72,270 jobs | $4,100 – $13,400 | $8,750 | −6% |
Cities with a workforce like Portland's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Portland against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockton, CA | 289,660 jobs | $4,550 – $15,300 | $9,950 | +7% |
| Lexington, KY | 286,910 jobs | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | −10% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | −4% |
| New Haven, CT | 281,410 jobs | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | +3% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Portland bid
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.
Removal
Taking out the old cabinets is $300-$600, though many installers fold it into their labor price.
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Kitchen cabinets in Portland: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Portland?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,250 to $14,400 in the Portland area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,300 to $11,300. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Portland?
About $150 to $513 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $510 to $1,550 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Portland or Manchester?
Manchester is 85 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,150, which is 2% less than Portland ($9,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Portland?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $4,650 out of $9,300. Materials are 39% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Portland?
$4,250 to $14,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Portland?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $510 to $1,550 for fees in the Portland area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Portland expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Maine?
Portland is 2% above the Maine statewide estimate ($9,150 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Maine; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Portland?
The BLS median is $30.91 an hour in the Portland area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.45 to $35.95.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Portland?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,250 to $8,300 and premium work $10,300 to $14,400. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
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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.