Kitchen cabinets cost in Albuquerque, NM
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,100 – $13,600
- Per linear ft
- $146 – $489
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #127
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Albuquerque, NM usually costs $4,100 to $13,600 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $146 to $489 per linear ft before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.1).
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Albuquerque, NM, standard level
$6,950 to $10,800
About $248 to $386 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,100 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $3,100 | $5,550 |
| Permits and fees | $760 | $1,150 |
| Total | $6,950 | $10,800 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Albuquerque, NM
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 41% |
| Labor | $1,250 | $4,300 | $7,400 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $480 | $960 | $1,450 | 11% |
| Total | $4,100 | $8,900 | $13,600 | 100% |
Where the Albuquerque price comes from
Labor is 49% 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 Albuquerque the blended ratio comes out at 0.99.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Albuquerque is at 96.1 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,750 nationally becomes $3,600 here (midpoint, 25 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 95.5: $480 to $1,450.
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Albuquerque
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Albuquerque. 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
$4,100 to $7,950
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,950 to $10,800
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,850 to $13,600
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,650 – $5,100 | $4,500 – $6,950 | $6,300 – $8,750 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,400 – $6,500 | $5,750 – $8,850 | $8,100 – $11,200 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,100 – $7,950 | $6,950 – $10,800 | $9,850 – $13,600 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,300 – $12,200 | $10,700 – $16,600 | $15,100 – $21,000 |
What local crews earn in Albuquerque
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 Albuquerque the blend is 0.99.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $28.89 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.21 and $31.48 an hour. About 1,940 work in the metro. That is 47.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $28.43 an hour, which is 6% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.37 and $35.04 an hour. BLS counts 2,440 of them working in the area, 60.3 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 $30.72 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.50 and $37.83 an hour. About 1,440 work in the metro. That is 35.6 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 $310 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $680. That is a swing of roughly 7.7% to 3.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Albuquerque has 404,700 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 62nd 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% | $23.21 | $28.89 | $31.48 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.37 | $28.43 | $35.04 | $30.38 | 0.94 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $22.50 | $30.72 | $37.83 | $30.67 | 1.00 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.99 | |||||
Albuquerque against nearby metros and the rest of New Mexico
Of the five closest metros, all are cheaper than Albuquerque. El Paso is the lowest at about $7,550 (midpoint, 25 linear ft), 255 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NMthis page | $4,100 – $13,600 | $8,900 | |
| Santa Fe, NM40 miles | $4,100 – $13,400 | $8,750 | −1% |
| Las Cruces, NM195 miles | $4,000 – $13,100 | $8,550 | −4% |
| Pueblo, CO235 miles | $4,050 – $13,200 | $8,650 | −3% |
| El Paso, TX255 miles | $3,700 – $11,400 | $7,550 | −15% |
| Amarillo, TX255 miles | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −10% |
| New Mexico (statewide) | $4,100 – $13,500 | $8,800 | −1% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +3% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Albuquerque ranks #127 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Albuquerque is 1% above the New Mexico figure.
Elsewhere in New Mexico
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Cruces, NM | 80,000 jobs | $4,000 – $13,100 | $8,550 | −4% |
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 jobs | $4,100 – $13,400 | $8,750 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Albuquerque against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $4,200 – $14,400 | $9,300 | +5% |
| Bridgeport, CT | 404,180 jobs | $4,300 – $14,600 | $9,450 | +7% |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 409,690 jobs | $4,000 – $13,200 | $8,600 | −3% |
| Des Moines, IA | 404,130 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +1% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Albuquerque bid
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 Albuquerque?
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Albuquerque wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, storm door comes out highest (−3%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−9%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,800 – $30,300 | −4% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $920 | −3% |
| Front door | 1 door | $490 – $2,400 | −3% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,450 – $22,100 | −5% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $860 – $2,650 | −7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Albuquerque: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Albuquerque?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,100 to $13,600 in the Albuquerque area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,950 to $10,800. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Albuquerque?
About $146 to $489 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $480 to $1,450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Albuquerque or Santa Fe?
Santa Fe is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,750, which is 1% less than Albuquerque ($8,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Albuquerque?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $4,300 out of $8,900. Materials are 41% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Albuquerque?
$4,100 to $13,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Albuquerque?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $480 to $1,450 for fees in the Albuquerque area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Albuquerque expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of New Mexico?
Albuquerque is 1% above the New Mexico statewide estimate ($8,800 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in New Mexico; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Albuquerque?
The BLS median is $28.89 an hour in the Albuquerque area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.21 to $31.48.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Albuquerque?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,100 to $7,950 and premium work $9,850 to $13,600. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Albuquerque
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.