Kitchen cabinets cost in Pittsfield, MA
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
- $151 – $518
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #72
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Pittsfield, plan on $4,250 to $14,400 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $151 to $518 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $30.31 an hour in the Pittsfield area, 4% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Pittsfield, MA, standard level
$7,300 to $11,300
About $261 to $408 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $3,350 | $6,050 |
| Permits and fees | $760 | $1,150 |
| Total | $7,300 | $11,300 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Pittsfield, MA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,450 | $3,650 | $4,850 | 39% |
| Labor | $1,350 | $4,700 | $8,100 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $480 | $950 | $1,450 | 10% |
| Total | $4,250 | $9,300 | $14,400 | 100% |
Where the Pittsfield price comes from
Labor is 51% 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 Pittsfield the blended ratio comes out at 1.08.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Pittsfield metro is 97.0 (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 (95.1) and land at $480 to $1,450.
Pittsfield 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 Pittsfield is 1.08 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $30.31 an hour, which is 4% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $25.70 and $37.40 an hour. BLS counts 430 of them working in the area, 75.7 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 $35.95 an hour, 18% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $25.32 and $41.18 an hour. About 320 work in the metro. That is 56.3 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 $39.41 an hour, which is 28% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.03 and $50.20 an hour. BLS counts 230 of them working in the area, 40.5 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 ($37.40 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $850. At the 25th percentile ($25.70) it shrinks by about $550. The total moves by 9.2% or 6.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 56,810 jobs in the Pittsfield area. That makes it the 298th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $25.70 | $30.31 | $37.40 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $25.32 | $35.95 | $41.18 | $30.38 | 1.18 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $28.03 | $39.41 | $50.20 | $30.67 | 1.28 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.08 | |||||
Pittsfield: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Pittsfield 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 – $5,300 | $4,700 – $7,250 | $6,600 – $9,200 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,500 – $6,800 | $6,000 – $9,300 | $8,450 – $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 – $12,800 | $11,200 – $17,500 | $15,900 – $22,100 |
Pittsfield against nearby metros and the rest of Massachusetts
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 $9,300 to $10,100 across Pittsfield and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield, MAthis page | $4,250 – $14,400 | $9,300 | |
| Amherst, MA30 miles | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | +3% |
| Springfield, MA35 miles | $4,500 – $15,800 | $10,100 | +9% |
| Albany, NY45 miles | $4,300 – $14,300 | $9,300 | level |
| Hartford, CT60 miles | $4,300 – $14,700 | $9,500 | +2% |
| Waterbury, CT60 miles | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,300 | level |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | $4,600 – $16,000 | $10,300 | +11% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −2% |
Across 300 US metros, Pittsfield comes in at #72 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Pittsfield is 10% below the Massachusetts figure.
Other Massachusetts metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 jobs | $4,600 – $16,100 | $10,400 | +11% |
| Worcester, MA | 349,880 jobs | $4,450 – $15,500 | $9,950 | +7% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $4,500 – $15,800 | $10,100 | +9% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 jobs | $4,400 – $15,100 | $9,750 | +5% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | +3% |
Cities with a workforce like Pittsfield's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pittsfield against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punta Gorda, FL | 57,530 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,200 | −12% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 jobs | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,050 | −14% |
| Texarkana, TX | 57,580 jobs | $3,700 – $11,400 | $7,550 | −19% |
| Cheyenne, WY | 48,470 jobs | $4,050 – $13,400 | $8,700 | −6% |
What nearby projects cost in Pittsfield
Because every project leans on different trades, Pittsfield's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +19% and front door −1%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,600 – $31,700 | +1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $940 | −1% |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,450 | −1% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $5,200 – $25,800 | +11% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,200 – $3,250 | +19% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $360 – $1,700 | +16% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Pittsfield bid
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 Pittsfield: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Pittsfield?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,250 to $14,400 in the Pittsfield 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 Pittsfield?
About $151 to $518 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $480 to $1,450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Pittsfield or Amherst?
Amherst is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,550, which is 3% more than Pittsfield ($9,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pittsfield?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $4,700 out of $9,300. Materials are 39% and permits 10%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Pittsfield?
$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 Pittsfield?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $480 to $1,450 for fees in the Pittsfield area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pittsfield expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Massachusetts?
Pittsfield is 10% below the Massachusetts statewide estimate ($10,300 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Massachusetts; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Pittsfield?
The BLS median is $30.31 an hour in the Pittsfield area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $25.70 to $37.40.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Pittsfield?
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.
Kitchen cabinets near Pittsfield
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.