Kitchen cabinets cost in Santa Fe, NM
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,100 – $13,400
- Per linear ft
- $144 – $479
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −4%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #140
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Santa Fe, plan on $4,100 to $13,400 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $144 to $479 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 4% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $28.57 an hour in the Santa Fe area, 2% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Santa Fe, NM, standard level
$6,900 to $10,600
About $244 to $378 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,100 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $3,000 | $5,350 |
| Permits and fees | $790 | $1,200 |
| Total | $6,900 | $10,600 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Santa Fe, NM
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 41% |
| Labor | $1,200 | $4,150 | $7,150 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $490 | $990 | $1,500 | 11% |
| Total | $4,100 | $8,750 | $13,400 | 100% |
Why Santa Fe prices look the way they do
Labor is 48% 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 Santa Fe the blended ratio comes out at 0.95.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Santa Fe metro is 96.1 (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 (98.8) and land at $490 to $1,500.
Santa Fe against nearby metros and the rest of New Mexico
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Santa Fe. Amarillo is the lowest at about $7,950 (midpoint, 25 linear ft), 230 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Fe, NMthis page | $4,100 – $13,400 | $8,750 | |
| Albuquerque, NM40 miles | $4,100 – $13,600 | $8,900 | +1% |
| Pueblo, CO200 miles | $4,050 – $13,200 | $8,650 | −2% |
| Las Cruces, NM225 miles | $4,000 – $13,100 | $8,550 | −2% |
| Amarillo, TX230 miles | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −9% |
| Colorado Springs, CO240 miles | $4,100 – $13,400 | $8,750 | level |
| New Mexico (statewide) | $4,100 – $13,500 | $8,800 | level |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +4% |
Across 300 US metros, Santa Fe comes in at #140 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Santa Fe is 0% below the New Mexico figure.
Other New Mexico metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 404,700 jobs | $4,100 – $13,600 | $8,900 | +1% |
| Las Cruces, NM | 80,000 jobs | $4,000 – $13,100 | $8,550 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Santa Fe's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Santa Fe against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $4,050 – $13,200 | $8,650 | −2% |
| Decatur, AL | 61,240 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | −5% |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 62,230 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −9% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $3,750 – $11,500 | $7,600 | −13% |
Cost by quality level and size in Santa Fe
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Santa Fe 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
$4,100 to $7,850
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,900 to $10,600
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,700 to $13,400
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,650 – $5,050 | $4,450 – $6,850 | $6,250 – $8,650 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,350 – $6,450 | $5,700 – $8,750 | $8,000 – $11,100 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,100 – $7,850 | $6,900 – $10,600 | $9,700 – $13,400 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,250 – $12,000 | $10,600 – $16,300 | $14,900 – $20,600 |
Santa Fe 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 Santa Fe is 0.95 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $28.57 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.73 and $29.66 an hour. BLS counts 210 of them working in the area, 34.0 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 $27.52 an hour, 9% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.46 and $32.10 an hour. About 150 work in the metro. That is 24.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $24.13 an hour, which is 21% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $18.88 and $31.14 an hour. BLS counts 160 of them working in the area, 25.9 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 ($29.66 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $130. At the 25th percentile ($23.73) it shrinks by about $580. The total moves by 1.5% or 6.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 61,770 jobs in the Santa Fe area. That makes it the 282nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $23.73 | $28.57 | $29.66 | $29.12 | 0.98 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.46 | $27.52 | $32.10 | $30.38 | 0.91 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $18.88 | $24.13 | $31.14 | $30.67 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.95 | |||||
Why two Santa Fe quotes can differ
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.
Permit
Kitchen remodeling permits are $500-$1,500 where one is needed, usually when you change layout, plumbing or wiring.
Planning more than one job in Santa Fe?
Because every project leans on different trades, Santa Fe's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, front door runs −4% and shower pan −17%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,600 – $30,000 | −5% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $340 – $910 | −4% |
| Front door | 1 door | $480 – $2,400 | −4% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,200 – $20,900 | −10% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $720 – $2,400 | −17% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $250 – $1,300 | −15% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Santa Fe: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Santa Fe?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,100 to $13,400 in the Santa Fe area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,900 to $10,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Santa Fe?
About $144 to $479 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $490 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Santa Fe or Albuquerque?
Albuquerque is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,900, which is 1% more than Santa Fe ($8,750). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Santa Fe?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $4,150 out of $8,750. Materials are 41% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Santa Fe?
$4,100 to $13,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Santa Fe?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $490 to $1,500 for fees in the Santa Fe area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Santa Fe expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of New Mexico?
Santa Fe is 0% below 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 Santa Fe?
The BLS median is $28.57 an hour in the Santa Fe area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.73 to $29.66.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Santa Fe?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,100 to $7,850 and premium work $9,700 to $13,400. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Santa Fe
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.