Kitchen cabinets cost in Joplin, MO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,850 – $12,400
- Per linear ft
- $137 – $443
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #239
- 1 = most expensive
Joplin homeowners pay roughly $3,850 to $12,400 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $137 to $443 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Joplin is 11% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $23.34 an hour in the Joplin area, 20% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Joplin, MO, standard level
$6,400 to $9,800
About $229 to $351 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 46% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| Labor | $2,650 | $4,800 |
| Permits and fees | $690 | $1,050 |
| Total | $6,400 | $9,800 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Joplin, MO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $3,550 | $4,700 | 44% |
| Labor | $1,050 | $3,700 | $6,350 | 46% |
| Permits and fees | $430 | $860 | $1,300 | 11% |
| Total | $3,850 | $8,100 | $12,400 | 100% |
Why Joplin 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, Joplin wages are 0.85 times the national level. Labor makes up about 46% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Joplin metro is 94.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,550, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (85.7) and land at $430 to $1,300.
Joplin: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Joplin 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
$3,850 to $7,250
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,400 to $9,800
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$8,950 to $12,400
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,500 – $4,650 | $4,100 – $6,300 | $5,750 – $7,950 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,150 – $5,950 | $5,250 – $8,050 | $7,350 – $10,100 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,850 – $7,250 | $6,400 – $9,800 | $8,950 – $12,400 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,900 – $11,100 | $9,850 – $15,100 | $13,800 – $19,000 |
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 Joplin is 0.85 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $23.34 an hour, which is 20% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.37 and $32.04 an hour. BLS counts 300 of them working in the area, 34.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $32.56 an hour, 7% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.70 and $45.47 an hour. About 430 work in the metro. That is 49.3 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 $30.95 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $21.87 and $40.02 an hour. BLS counts 180 of them working in the area, 20.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($32.04 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,050. At the 25th percentile ($19.37) it shrinks by about $480. The total moves by 12.9% or 5.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 87,190 jobs in the Joplin area. That makes it the 224th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $19.37 | $23.34 | $32.04 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.70 | $32.56 | $45.47 | $30.38 | 1.07 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $21.87 | $30.95 | $40.02 | $30.67 | 1.01 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
How Joplin compares
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 $7,500 to $9,100 across Joplin and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joplin, MOthis page | $3,850 – $12,400 | $8,100 | |
| Fayetteville, AR70 miles | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −2% |
| Springfield, MO75 miles | $3,900 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +2% |
| Tulsa, OK110 miles | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −2% |
| Fort Smith, AR115 miles | $3,650 – $11,400 | $7,500 | −7% |
| Kansas City, MO125 miles | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | +12% |
| Missouri (statewide) | $4,150 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +10% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +13% |
Across 300 US metros, Joplin comes in at #239 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Joplin is 9% below the Missouri figure.
Other Missouri metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO | 1,341,320 jobs | $4,450 – $15,300 | $9,850 | +22% |
| Kansas City, MO | 1,096,110 jobs | $4,150 – $14,000 | $9,100 | +12% |
| Springfield, MO | 223,030 jobs | $3,900 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +2% |
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $3,950 – $13,000 | $8,500 | +5% |
| Jefferson City, MO | 80,220 jobs | $3,950 – $13,100 | $8,500 | +5% |
Cities with a workforce like Joplin's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Joplin against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −2% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,000 | −1% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $4,350 – $15,400 | $9,900 | +22% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $4,100 – $13,900 | $9,000 | +11% |
Related projects, priced for Joplin
Because every project leans on different trades, Joplin's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen backsplash runs −1% and storm door −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,500 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $310 – $860 | −10% |
| Front door | 1 door | $440 – $2,300 | −9% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,550 – $22,500 | −4% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $950 – $2,750 | −1% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | −1% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Joplin 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 Joplin: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Joplin?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,850 to $12,400 in the Joplin area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,400 to $9,800. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Joplin?
About $137 to $443 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $430 to $1,300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Joplin or Fayetteville?
Fayetteville is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $7,950, which is 2% less than Joplin ($8,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Joplin?
About 46% at the midpoint, or $3,700 out of $8,100. Materials are 44% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Joplin?
$3,850 to $12,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Joplin?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $430 to $1,300 for fees in the Joplin area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Joplin expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Missouri?
Joplin is 9% below the Missouri statewide estimate ($8,950 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Missouri; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Joplin?
The BLS median is $23.34 an hour in the Joplin area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.37 to $32.04.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Joplin?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,850 to $7,250 and premium work $8,950 to $12,400. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Joplin
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.