Kitchen cabinets cost in Manchester, NH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,250 – $14,100
- Per linear ft
- $149 – $501
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #93
- 1 = most expensive
Manchester homeowners pay roughly $4,250 to $14,100 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $149 to $501 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Manchester is almost level. Building materials run about 2% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 97.7).
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Manchester, NH, standard level
$7,200 to $11,100
About $254 to $395 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,150 |
| Labor | $3,200 | $5,700 |
| Permits and fees | $850 | $1,250 |
| Total | $7,200 | $11,100 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Manchester, NH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,450 | $3,650 | $4,900 | 40% |
| Labor | $1,250 | $4,450 | $7,650 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $530 | $1,050 | $1,600 | 12% |
| Total | $4,250 | $9,150 | $14,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Manchester 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, Manchester wages are 1.02 times the national level. Labor makes up about 49% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Manchester metro is 97.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,650, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (105.7) and land at $530 to $1,600.
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 Manchester is 1.02 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $29.47 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.91 and $35.02 an hour. BLS counts 820 of them working in the area, 41.1 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 $30.81 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.83 and $38.66 an hour. About 970 work in the metro. That is 48.6 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 $32.54 an hour, which is 6% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.16 and $36.93 an hour. BLS counts 660 of them working in the area, 33.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.02 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $670. At the 25th percentile ($23.91) it shrinks by about $670. The total moves by 7.3% or 7.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 199,560 jobs in the Manchester-Nashua area. That makes it the 115th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.13% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $23.91 | $29.47 | $35.02 | $29.12 | 1.01 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.83 | $30.81 | $38.66 | $30.38 | 1.01 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $24.16 | $32.54 | $36.93 | $30.67 | 1.06 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.02 | |||||
Manchester against nearby metros and the rest of New Hampshire
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Manchester. Portland comes closest at about $9,300.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester, NHthis page | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,150 | |
| Worcester, MA45 miles | $4,450 – $15,500 | $9,950 | +9% |
| Boston, MA45 miles | $4,600 – $16,100 | $10,400 | +13% |
| Amherst, MA60 miles | $4,350 – $14,800 | $9,550 | +4% |
| Springfield, MA70 miles | $4,500 – $15,800 | $10,100 | +10% |
| Portland, ME85 miles | $4,250 – $14,400 | $9,300 | +2% |
| New Hampshire (statewide) | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,150 | level |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | level |
Across 300 US metros, Manchester comes in at #93 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Manchester is 0% above the New Hampshire figure.
Manchester is the only New Hampshire metro we cover, so the statewide page is the only in-state comparison. It uses statewide wages, which include rural areas.
Cities with a workforce like Manchester's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Manchester against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Maria, CA | 200,760 jobs | $4,700 – $15,900 | $10,300 | +12% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | −13% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $4,500 – $15,800 | $10,100 | +10% |
| Modesto, CA | 195,230 jobs | $4,650 – $15,800 | $10,200 | +11% |
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Manchester
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 Manchester?
Because every project leans on different trades, Manchester's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, storm door runs level and kitchen backsplash −5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,300 – $31,100 | −1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $950 | level |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,450 | −1% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,650 – $23,100 | −1% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $910 – $2,800 | −1% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | −5% |
Cost by quality level and size in Manchester
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Manchester 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 $8,200
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,200 to $11,100
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,200 to $14,100
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,750 – $5,300 | $4,650 – $7,200 | $6,550 – $9,100 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,500 – $6,750 | $5,950 – $9,150 | $8,350 – $11,600 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,250 – $8,200 | $7,200 – $11,100 | $10,200 – $14,100 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,450 – $12,500 | $11,000 – $17,100 | $15,600 – $21,600 |
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Kitchen cabinets in Manchester: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Manchester?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,250 to $14,100 in the Manchester area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,200 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 Manchester?
About $149 to $501 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $530 to $1,600 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Manchester or Worcester?
Worcester is 45 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,950, which is 9% more than Manchester ($9,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Manchester?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $4,450 out of $9,150. Materials are 40% and permits 12%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Manchester?
$4,250 to $14,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Manchester?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $530 to $1,600 for fees in the Manchester area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Manchester expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of New Hampshire?
Manchester is 0% above the New Hampshire statewide estimate ($9,150 at the midpoint).
+What do carpenters earn in Manchester?
The BLS median is $29.47 an hour in the Manchester area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.91 to $35.02.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Manchester?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,250 to $8,200 and premium work $10,200 to $14,100. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Manchester
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.