Kitchen cabinets cost in Reno, NV
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,250 – $14,300
- Per linear ft
- $149 – $510
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #83
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Reno, plan on $4,250 to $14,300 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $149 to $510 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $29.98 an hour in the Reno area, 3% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Reno, NV, standard level
$7,250 to $11,300
About $258 to $402 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $3,300 | $5,950 |
| Permits and fees | $810 | $1,200 |
| Total | $7,250 | $11,300 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Reno, NV
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 39% |
| Labor | $1,300 | $4,650 | $7,950 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,000 | $1,500 | 11% |
| Total | $4,250 | $9,250 | $14,300 | 100% |
What is behind the Reno number
Labor is 50% 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 Reno the blended ratio comes out at 1.06.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Reno metro is 96.3 (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 (101.0) and land at $510 to $1,500.
Reno 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 Reno is 1.06 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $29.98 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.10 and $37.41 an hour. BLS counts 2,750 of them working in the area, 99.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $35.00 an hour, 15% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.63 and $41.12 an hour. About 1,490 work in the metro. That is 54.0 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 $37.03 an hour, which is 21% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.14 and $44.33 an hour. BLS counts 1,170 of them working in the area, 42.4 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 ($37.41 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $890. At the 25th percentile ($24.10) it shrinks by about $710. The total moves by 9.6% or 7.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 275,680 jobs in the Reno area. That makes it the 92nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.18% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $24.10 | $29.98 | $37.41 | $29.12 | 1.03 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $23.63 | $35.00 | $41.12 | $30.38 | 1.15 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $28.14 | $37.03 | $44.33 | $30.67 | 1.21 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Reno
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Reno 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
$4,250 to $8,250
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,250 to $11,300
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,300 to $14,300
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,750 – $5,300 | $4,650 – $7,250 | $6,600 – $9,150 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,500 – $6,800 | $5,950 – $9,250 | $8,450 – $11,700 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,250 – $8,250 | $7,250 – $11,300 | $10,300 – $14,300 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,500 – $12,700 | $11,100 – $17,300 | $15,700 – $21,900 |
How Reno compares
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Reno. Stockton comes closest at about $9,950.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NVthis page | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,250 | |
| Chico, CA115 miles | $4,600 – $15,400 | $10,000 | +8% |
| Sacramento, CA125 miles | $4,650 – $15,900 | $10,300 | +11% |
| Redding, CA135 miles | $4,600 – $15,400 | $10,000 | +8% |
| Stockton, CA185 miles | $4,550 – $15,300 | $9,950 | +8% |
| Vallejo, CA185 miles | $4,750 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +13% |
| Nevada (statewide) | $4,200 – $14,100 | $9,150 | −1% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −1% |
Across 300 US metros, Reno comes in at #83 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Reno is 1% above the Nevada figure.
Other Nevada metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas, NV | 1,136,960 jobs | $4,200 – $14,000 | $9,100 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Reno's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Reno against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven, CT | 281,410 jobs | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | +3% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −14% |
| Lexington, KY | 286,910 jobs | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | −10% |
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −12% |
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Reno
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.
Removal
Taking out the old cabinets is $300-$600, though many installers fold it into their labor price.
Planning more than one job in Reno?
Because every project leans on different trades, Reno's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +6% and front door −2%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,200 – $31,100 | −1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $940 | −1% |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,450 | −2% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,850 – $24,100 | +3% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,000 – $2,950 | +6% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | level |
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Kitchen cabinets in Reno: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Reno?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,250 to $14,300 in the Reno 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 Reno?
About $149 to $510 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $510 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Reno or Chico?
Chico is 115 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $10,000, which is 8% more than Reno ($9,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Reno?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $4,650 out of $9,250. Materials are 39% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Reno?
$4,250 to $14,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Reno?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $510 to $1,500 for fees in the Reno area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Reno expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Nevada?
Reno is 1% above the Nevada statewide estimate ($9,150 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Nevada; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Reno?
The BLS median is $29.98 an hour in the Reno area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.10 to $37.41.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Reno?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,250 to $8,250 and premium work $10,300 to $14,300. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Reno
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.