Kitchen cabinets cost in Omaha, NE
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,950 – $12,800
- Per linear ft
- $139 – $457
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #183
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new kitchen cabinets in the Omaha area: $3,950 to $12,800 for 25 linear ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 8% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $25.39 an hour in the Omaha area, 13% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Omaha, NE, standard level
$6,600 to $10,100
About $234 to $361 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 47% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| Labor | $2,800 | $5,050 |
| Permits and fees | $740 | $1,100 |
| Total | $6,600 | $10,100 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Omaha, NE
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $3,550 | $4,700 | 42% |
| Labor | $1,100 | $3,900 | $6,700 | 47% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $920 | $1,400 | 11% |
| Total | $3,950 | $8,350 | $12,800 | 100% |
What is behind the Omaha number
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, Omaha wages are 0.90 times the national level. Labor makes up about 47% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Omaha is at 94.1 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 91.9: $460 to $1,400.
Cost by quality level and size in Omaha
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Omaha. 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
$3,950 to $7,500
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,600 to $10,100
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,250 to $12,800
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,800 | $4,250 – $6,500 | $5,950 – $8,250 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,250 – $6,150 | $5,400 – $8,350 | $7,600 – $10,500 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,950 – $7,500 | $6,600 – $10,100 | $9,250 – $12,800 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,000 – $11,500 | $10,100 – $15,600 | $14,200 – $19,700 |
Related projects, priced for Omaha
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Omaha wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, shower pan comes out highest (level) and storm door lowest (−7%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,600 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $880 | −7% |
| Front door | 1 door | $460 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,550 – $22,500 | −3% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $950 – $2,750 | level |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | level |
Who does the work: Omaha trade wages
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 Omaha the blend is 0.90.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $25.39 an hour, 13% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.36 and $31.06 an hour. About 3,230 work in the metro. That is 64.8 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 $30.02 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.50 and $38.68 an hour. BLS counts 3,530 of them working in the area, 70.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $30.48 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.63 and $44.62 an hour. About 2,430 work in the metro. That is 48.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $680 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $360. That is a swing of roughly 4.4% to 8.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Omaha has 498,100 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 51st 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% | $22.36 | $25.39 | $31.06 | $29.12 | 0.87 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $23.50 | $30.02 | $38.68 | $30.38 | 0.99 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $23.63 | $30.48 | $44.62 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.90 | |||||
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Omaha
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).
Is Omaha cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Des Moines is the priciest of the group at $8,950. Sioux Falls is the cheapest at $8,150.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Omaha, NEthis page | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | |
| Lincoln, NE55 miles | $3,850 – $12,500 | $8,150 | −2% |
| Sioux City, IA85 miles | $3,900 – $12,700 | $8,250 | −1% |
| Des Moines, IA120 miles | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +7% |
| Topeka, KS155 miles | $3,900 – $12,800 | $8,350 | level |
| Sioux Falls, SD160 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −3% |
| Nebraska (statewide) | $3,850 – $12,500 | $8,200 | −2% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +9% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Omaha ranks #183 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Omaha is 2% above the Nebraska figure.
Elsewhere in Nebraska
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln, NE | 182,620 jobs | $3,850 – $12,500 | $8,150 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Omaha against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | −1% |
| Rochester, NY | 494,280 jobs | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,200 | +10% |
| Buffalo, NY | 534,550 jobs | $4,300 – $14,500 | $9,400 | +12% |
| Fresno, CA | 476,890 jobs | $4,450 – $14,700 | $9,550 | +14% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Omaha: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Omaha?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,950 to $12,800 in the Omaha area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,600 to $10,100. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Omaha?
About $139 to $457 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $460 to $1,400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Omaha or Lincoln?
Lincoln is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,150, which is 2% less than Omaha ($8,350). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Omaha?
About 47% at the midpoint, or $3,900 out of $8,350. Materials are 42% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Omaha?
$3,950 to $12,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Omaha?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $460 to $1,400 for fees in the Omaha area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Omaha expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Nebraska?
Omaha is 2% above the Nebraska statewide estimate ($8,200 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Nebraska; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Omaha?
The BLS median is $25.39 an hour in the Omaha area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.36 to $31.06.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Omaha?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,950 to $7,500 and premium work $9,250 to $12,800. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Omaha
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.