Kitchen cabinets cost in Winston, NC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,900 – $12,400
- Per linear ft
- $138 – $441
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #228
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Winston, NC usually costs $3,900 to $12,400 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $138 to $441 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $970 less. Carpenters earn a median of $24.01 an hour in the Winston area, 18% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Winston, NC, standard level
$6,450 to $9,850
About $229 to $350 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 44% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $2,600 | $4,650 |
| Permits and fees | $740 | $1,100 |
| Total | $6,450 | $9,850 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Winston, NC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,850 | 44% |
| Labor | $1,050 | $3,600 | $6,200 | 44% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $920 | $1,400 | 11% |
| Total | $3,900 | $8,150 | $12,400 | 100% |
Where the Winston price comes from
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, Winston wages are 0.83 times the national level. Labor makes up about 44% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Winston is at 96.6 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 92.0: $460 to $1,400.
Planning more than one job in Winston?
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Winston wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen remodel comes out highest (−7%) and shower pan lowest (−14%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,300 – $29,400 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $320 – $880 | −8% |
| Front door | 1 door | $450 – $2,350 | −7% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,150 – $20,500 | −12% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $770 – $2,450 | −14% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
Winston against nearby metros and the rest of North Carolina
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Winston. Hickory is the lowest at about $8,000 (midpoint, 25 linear ft), 65 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winston, NCthis page | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | |
| Greensboro, NC30 miles | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | +1% |
| Burlington, NC55 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | level |
| Hickory, NC65 miles | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,000 | −2% |
| Charlotte, NC70 miles | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +2% |
| Durham, NC70 miles | $4,000 – $12,800 | $8,400 | +3% |
| North Carolina (statewide) | $3,900 – $12,500 | $8,200 | level |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +12% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Winston ranks #228 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Winston is 0% below the North Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in North Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 jobs | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +2% |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $4,000 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +2% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | +1% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 jobs | $4,000 – $12,800 | $8,400 | +3% |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +2% |
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 jobs | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Winston against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $3,800 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −2% |
| Ogden, UT | 271,370 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +2% |
| Reno, NV | 275,680 jobs | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,250 | +13% |
| Jackson, MS | 270,730 jobs | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −1% |
What local crews earn in Winston
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 Winston the blend is 0.83.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $24.01 an hour, 18% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.95 and $27.79 an hour. About 510 work in the metro. That is 18.8 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $26.97 an hour, which is 11% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.39 and $29.08 an hour. BLS counts 1,120 of them working in the area, 41.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.67 an hour, 23% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.12 and $29.07 an hour. About 860 work in the metro. That is 31.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $450 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $370. That is a swing of roughly 4.5% to 5.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Winston-Salem has 271,980 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 94th 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% | $20.95 | $24.01 | $27.79 | $29.12 | 0.82 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.39 | $26.97 | $29.08 | $30.38 | 0.89 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $22.12 | $23.67 | $29.07 | $30.67 | 0.77 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.83 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Winston
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Winston. 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
$3,900 to $7,300
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,450 to $9,850
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,000 to $12,400
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,700 | $4,150 – $6,350 | $5,800 – $8,000 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,200 – $6,000 | $5,300 – $8,100 | $7,400 – $10,200 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,900 – $7,300 | $6,450 – $9,850 | $9,000 – $12,400 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,000 – $11,200 | $9,900 – $15,100 | $13,800 – $19,000 |
Why two Winston quotes can differ
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).
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Kitchen cabinets in Winston: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Winston?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,900 to $12,400 in the Winston area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,450 to $9,850. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Winston?
About $138 to $441 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 Winston or Greensboro?
Greensboro is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,250, which is 1% more than Winston ($8,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Winston?
About 44% at the midpoint, or $3,600 out of $8,150. Materials are 44% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Winston?
$3,900 to $12,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Winston?
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 Winston area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Winston expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of North Carolina?
Winston is 0% below the North Carolina statewide estimate ($8,200 at the midpoint). We cover 11 metros in North Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Winston?
The BLS median is $24.01 an hour in the Winston area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.95 to $27.79.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Winston?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,900 to $7,300 and premium work $9,000 to $12,400. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Winston
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.