Kitchen cabinets cost in Rochester, MN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,200 – $14,400
- Per linear ft
- $150 – $521
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #76
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Rochester, plan on $4,200 to $14,400 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $150 to $521 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $30.58 an hour in the Rochester area, 5% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Rochester, MN, standard level
$7,250 to $11,300
About $261 to $410 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 52% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,100 | $4,050 |
| Labor | $3,450 | $6,200 |
| Permits and fees | $730 | $1,100 |
| Total | $7,250 | $11,300 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Rochester, MN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,750 | 38% |
| Labor | $1,350 | $4,800 | $8,250 | 52% |
| Permits and fees | $450 | $910 | $1,350 | 10% |
| Total | $4,200 | $9,300 | $14,400 | 100% |
Why Rochester prices look the way they do
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, Rochester wages are 1.10 times the national level. Labor makes up about 52% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Rochester metro is 95.4 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,600, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (90.8) and land at $450 to $1,350.
Related projects, priced for Rochester
Because every project leans on different trades, Rochester's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +14% and front door −2%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,400 – $31,200 | −1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $940 | level |
| Front door | 1 door | $510 – $2,450 | −2% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $5,100 – $25,400 | +9% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,150 – $3,100 | +14% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $330 – $1,600 | +8% |
Rochester against nearby metros and the rest of Minnesota
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Rochester. Waterloo is the lowest at about $8,500 (midpoint, 25 linear ft), 100 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MNthis page | $4,200 – $14,400 | $9,300 | |
| La Crosse, WI65 miles | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | −4% |
| Eau Claire, WI85 miles | $4,100 – $13,900 | $9,000 | −3% |
| Minneapolis, MN90 miles | $4,700 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +12% |
| Waterloo, IA100 miles | $3,950 – $13,000 | $8,500 | −9% |
| Dubuque, IA125 miles | $4,000 – $13,400 | $8,700 | −6% |
| Minnesota (statewide) | $4,400 – $15,000 | $9,700 | +4% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −2% |
Across 300 US metros, Rochester comes in at #76 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Rochester is 4% below the Minnesota figure.
Other Minnesota metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minneapolis, MN | 1,951,650 jobs | $4,700 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +12% |
| Duluth, MN | 124,710 jobs | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,100 | −2% |
| St. Cloud, MN | 103,920 jobs | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Rochester's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Rochester against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amarillo, TX | 123,930 jobs | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −14% |
| Midland, TX | 122,180 jobs | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,800 | −5% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −2% |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 122,020 jobs | $4,700 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +12% |
Rochester 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 Rochester is 1.10 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $30.58 an hour, which is 5% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.59 and $38.84 an hour. BLS counts 460 of them working in the area, 37.4 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 $38.29 an hour, 26% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $28.61 and $48.76 an hour. About 510 work in the metro. That is 41.5 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 $40.81 an hour, which is 33% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $30.66 and $50.40 an hour. BLS counts 490 of them working in the area, 39.8 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 ($38.84 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $990. At the 25th percentile ($23.59) it shrinks by about $840. The total moves by 10.7% or 9.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 122,980 jobs in the Rochester area. That makes it the 176th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.08% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $23.59 | $30.58 | $38.84 | $29.12 | 1.05 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $28.61 | $38.29 | $48.76 | $30.38 | 1.26 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $30.66 | $40.81 | $50.40 | $30.67 | 1.33 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.10 | |||||
Why two Rochester 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.
Cost by quality level and size in Rochester
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Rochester 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
$4,200 to $8,300
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,250 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) | $2,700 – $5,300 | $4,650 – $7,250 | $6,600 – $9,150 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,450 – $6,800 | $5,950 – $9,300 | $8,450 – $11,800 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,200 – $8,300 | $7,250 – $11,300 | $10,300 – $14,400 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,450 – $12,800 | $11,200 – $17,500 | $15,900 – $22,200 |
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Kitchen cabinets in Rochester: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Rochester?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,200 to $14,400 in the Rochester area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,250 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 Rochester?
About $150 to $521 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $450 to $1,350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Rochester or La Crosse?
La Crosse is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,950, which is 4% less than Rochester ($9,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Rochester?
About 52% at the midpoint, or $4,800 out of $9,300. Materials are 38% and permits 10%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Rochester?
$4,200 to $14,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Rochester?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $450 to $1,350 for fees in the Rochester area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Rochester expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Minnesota?
Rochester is 4% 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 Rochester?
The BLS median is $30.58 an hour in the Rochester area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.59 to $38.84.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Rochester?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,200 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 Rochester
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.