Kitchen cabinets cost in Duluth, MN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,150 – $14,100
- Per linear ft
- $148 – $510
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #101
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Duluth, MN usually costs $4,150 to $14,100 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $148 to $510 per linear ft before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Carpenters earn a median of $29.10 an hour in the Duluth area, 0% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Duluth, MN, standard level
$7,150 to $11,100
About $257 to $401 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,100 | $4,050 |
| Labor | $3,300 | $6,000 |
| Permits and fees | $710 | $1,050 |
| Total | $7,150 | $11,100 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Duluth, MN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,550 | $4,750 | 39% |
| Labor | $1,350 | $4,650 | $8,000 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $890 | $1,350 | 10% |
| Total | $4,150 | $9,100 | $14,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Duluth number
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 Duluth the blended ratio comes out at 1.06.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Duluth is at 95.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,750 nationally becomes $3,550 here (midpoint, 25 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 88.8: $440 to $1,350.
Duluth against nearby metros and the rest of Minnesota
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Minneapolis is the priciest of the group at $10,500. Wausau is the cheapest at $8,450.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Duluth, MNthis page | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,100 | |
| St. Cloud, MN155 miles | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | level |
| Minneapolis, MN160 miles | $4,700 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +15% |
| Eau Claire, WI175 miles | $4,100 – $13,900 | $9,000 | −1% |
| Wausau, WI210 miles | $3,950 – $13,000 | $8,450 | −7% |
| Fargo, ND215 miles | $4,100 – $13,600 | $8,850 | −3% |
| Minnesota (statewide) | $4,400 – $15,000 | $9,700 | +6% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | level |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Duluth ranks #101 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Duluth is 6% below the Minnesota figure.
Elsewhere in Minnesota
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN | 1,951,650 jobs | $4,700 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +15% |
| Rochester, MN | 122,980 jobs | $4,200 – $14,400 | $9,300 | +2% |
| St. Cloud, MN | 103,920 jobs | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Duluth against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crestview, FL | 125,050 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −10% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | level |
| Norwich, CT | 126,450 jobs | $4,300 – $14,500 | $9,400 | +3% |
| Amarillo, TX | 123,930 jobs | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −13% |
What local crews earn in Duluth
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Duluth the blend is 1.06.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $29.10 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.05 and $36.50 an hour. About 620 work in the metro. That is 49.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $39.76 an hour, which is 31% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $29.03 and $46.53 an hour. BLS counts 680 of them working in the area, 54.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is about average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $40.89 an hour, 33% above the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.49 and $47.17 an hour. About 420 work in the metro. That is 33.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $890 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $730. That is a swing of roughly 8.0% to 9.8% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Duluth has 124,710 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 173rd by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $23.05 | $29.10 | $36.50 | $29.12 | 1.00 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $29.03 | $39.76 | $46.53 | $30.38 | 1.31 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $28.49 | $40.89 | $47.17 | $30.67 | 1.33 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Duluth?
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Duluth wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, shower pan comes out highest (+14%) and front door lowest (−3%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,200 – $31,000 | −2% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $930 | −1% |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,400 | −3% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $5,050 – $25,000 | +7% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,150 – $3,100 | +14% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $330 – $1,600 | +7% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Duluth
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Duluth. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from small galley (15 linear ft) to large kitchen (40 linear ft).
Basic
$4,150 to $8,100
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,150 to $11,100
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,100 to $14,100
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,650 – $5,200 | $4,550 – $7,100 | $6,450 – $9,000 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,400 – $6,650 | $5,850 – $9,100 | $8,300 – $11,500 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,150 – $8,100 | $7,150 – $11,100 | $10,100 – $14,100 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,400 – $12,500 | $11,000 – $17,100 | $15,600 – $21,700 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Duluth 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 Duluth: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Duluth?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,150 to $14,100 in the Duluth area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,150 to $11,100. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Duluth?
About $148 to $510 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $440 to $1,350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Duluth or St. Cloud?
St. Cloud is 155 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,150, which is 0% more than Duluth ($9,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Duluth?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $4,650 out of $9,100. Materials are 39% and permits 10%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Duluth?
$4,150 to $14,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Duluth?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $440 to $1,350 for fees in the Duluth area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Duluth expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Minnesota?
Duluth is 6% below the Minnesota statewide estimate ($9,700 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in Minnesota; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Duluth?
The BLS median is $29.10 an hour in the Duluth area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.05 to $36.50.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Duluth?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,150 to $8,100 and premium work $10,100 to $14,100. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Duluth
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.