Kitchen cabinets cost in Worcester, MA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,450 – $15,500
- Per linear ft
- $158 – $558
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +9%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #32
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Worcester, plan on $4,450 to $15,500 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $158 to $558 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 9% higher than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $35.10 an hour in the Worcester area, 21% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Worcester, MA, standard level
$7,750 to $12,200
About $278 to $438 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $3,800 | $6,800 |
| Permits and fees | $820 | $1,250 |
| Total | $7,750 | $12,200 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Worcester, MA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,450 | $3,650 | $4,850 | 36% |
| Labor | $1,500 | $5,300 | $9,100 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,050 | $1,550 | 10% |
| Total | $4,450 | $9,950 | $15,500 | 100% |
Why Worcester prices look the way they do
Labor is 53% 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 Worcester the blended ratio comes out at 1.21.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Worcester 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 (102.5) and land at $510 to $1,550.
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Worcester
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).
Worcester 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 Worcester is 1.21 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $35.10 an hour, which is 21% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.63 and $43.40 an hour. BLS counts 1,590 of them working in the area, 45.4 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 $36.30 an hour, 19% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $27.03 and $44.62 an hour. About 1,580 work in the metro. That is 45.2 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 $39.55 an hour, which is 29% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.23 and $51.02 an hour. BLS counts 1,370 of them working in the area, 39.2 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 ($43.40 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,000. At the 25th percentile ($28.63) it shrinks by about $780. The total moves by 10.0% or 7.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 349,880 jobs in the Worcester area. That makes it the 73rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.23% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $28.63 | $35.10 | $43.40 | $29.12 | 1.21 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $27.03 | $36.30 | $44.62 | $30.38 | 1.19 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $28.23 | $39.55 | $51.02 | $30.67 | 1.29 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.21 | |||||
Worcester against nearby metros and the rest of Massachusetts
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Boston is the priciest of the group at $10,400. Manchester is the cheapest at $9,150.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester, MAthis page | $4,450 – $15,500 | $9,950 | |
| Amherst, MA35 miles | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | −4% |
| Springfield, MA40 miles | $4,500 – $15,800 | $10,100 | +2% |
| Manchester, NH45 miles | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −8% |
| Boston, MA50 miles | $4,600 – $16,100 | $10,400 | +4% |
| Hartford, CT55 miles | $4,300 – $14,700 | $9,500 | −5% |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | $4,600 – $16,000 | $10,300 | +3% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −8% |
Across 300 US metros, Worcester comes in at #32 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Worcester is 3% 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 | +4% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $4,500 – $15,800 | $10,100 | +2% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 jobs | $4,400 – $15,100 | $9,750 | −2% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | −4% |
| Pittsfield, MA | 56,810 jobs | $4,250 – $14,400 | $9,300 | −7% |
Cities with a workforce like Worcester's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Worcester against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $3,750 – $11,900 | $7,850 | −21% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 jobs | $4,000 – $12,800 | $8,400 | −16% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | −17% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $4,000 – $12,800 | $8,400 | −16% |
Planning more than one job in Worcester?
Because every project leans on different trades, Worcester's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +9% and kitchen backsplash +1%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,900 – $32,100 | +2% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $380 – $1,000 | +6% |
| Front door | 1 door | $550 – $2,550 | +3% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $5,100 – $25,400 | +9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,000 | +9% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $310 – $1,500 | +1% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Worcester
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Worcester 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
$4,450 to $8,850
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,750 to $12,200
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$11,100 to $15,500
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,900 – $5,700 | $5,000 – $7,800 | $7,100 – $9,900 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,650 – $7,300 | $6,350 – $10,000 | $9,100 – $12,700 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,450 – $8,850 | $7,750 – $12,200 | $11,100 – $15,500 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,800 – $13,600 | $11,900 – $18,700 | $17,000 – $23,900 |
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Kitchen cabinets in Worcester: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Worcester?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,450 to $15,500 in the Worcester area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,750 to $12,200. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Worcester?
About $158 to $558 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 Worcester or Amherst?
Amherst is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,550, which is 4% less than Worcester ($9,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Worcester?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $5,300 out of $9,950. Materials are 36% and permits 10%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Worcester?
$4,450 to $15,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Worcester?
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 Worcester area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Worcester expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Massachusetts?
Worcester is 3% 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 Worcester?
The BLS median is $35.10 an hour in the Worcester area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.63 to $43.40.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Worcester?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,450 to $8,850 and premium work $11,100 to $15,500. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Worcester
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.