Kitchen cabinets cost in Bismarck, ND
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,000 – $13,100
- Per linear ft
- $142 – $470
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #160
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Bismarck, plan on $4,000 to $13,100 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $142 to $470 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 6% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $26.28 an hour in the Bismarck area, 10% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Bismarck, ND, standard level
$6,750 to $10,400
About $241 to $372 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 47% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,100 | $4,050 |
| Labor | $2,900 | $5,250 |
| Permits and fees | $730 | $1,100 |
| Total | $6,750 | $10,400 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Bismarck, ND
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 42% |
| Labor | $1,150 | $4,050 | $7,000 | 47% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $910 | $1,350 | 11% |
| Total | $4,000 | $8,550 | $13,100 | 100% |
Why Bismarck prices look the way they do
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, Bismarck wages are 0.93 times the national level. Labor makes up about 47% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Bismarck metro is 95.7 (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 (91.0) and land at $460 to $1,350.
Bismarck 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 Bismarck is 0.93 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $26.28 an hour, which is 10% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.75 and $30.71 an hour. BLS counts 510 of them working in the area, 71.6 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 $29.76 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.86 and $38.29 an hour. About 480 work in the metro. That is 67.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $33.81 an hour, which is 10% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.18 and $38.82 an hour. BLS counts 220 of them working in the area, 30.9 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 ($30.71 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $530. At the 25th percentile ($22.75) it shrinks by about $420. The total moves by 6.2% or 5.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 71,270 jobs in the Bismarck area. That makes it the 258th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $22.75 | $26.28 | $30.71 | $29.12 | 0.90 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $23.86 | $29.76 | $38.29 | $30.38 | 0.98 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $24.18 | $33.81 | $38.82 | $30.67 | 1.10 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.93 | |||||
How Bismarck compares
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. St. Cloud is the priciest of the group at $9,150. Rapid City is the cheapest at $8,100.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck, NDthis page | $4,000 – $13,100 | $8,550 | |
| Fargo, ND190 miles | $4,100 – $13,600 | $8,850 | +4% |
| Rapid City, SD210 miles | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −6% |
| Sioux Falls, SD305 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −5% |
| St. Cloud, MN325 miles | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | +7% |
| Sioux City, IA380 miles | $3,900 – $12,700 | $8,250 | −3% |
| North Dakota (statewide) | $4,050 – $13,400 | $8,700 | +2% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +6% |
Across 300 US metros, Bismarck comes in at #160 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Bismarck is 2% below the North Dakota figure.
Other North Dakota metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, ND | 148,660 jobs | $4,100 – $13,600 | $8,850 | +4% |
Cities with a workforce like Bismarck's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bismarck against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redding, CA | 71,550 jobs | $4,600 – $15,400 | $10,000 | +17% |
| Lexington Park, MD | 70,650 jobs | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,200 | +7% |
| Bozeman, MT | 72,210 jobs | $4,250 – $14,400 | $9,350 | +9% |
| Janesville, WI | 69,870 jobs | $4,400 – $15,500 | $9,900 | +16% |
Related projects, priced for Bismarck
Because every project leans on different trades, Bismarck's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −5% and kitchen backsplash −12%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,600 – $29,900 | −5% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $330 – $900 | −6% |
| Front door | 1 door | $470 – $2,350 | −5% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,450 – $22,000 | −6% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $870 – $2,650 | −6% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | −12% |
Cost by quality level and size in Bismarck
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Bismarck 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
$4,000 to $7,650
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,750 to $10,400
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,500 to $13,100
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,600 – $4,900 | $4,350 – $6,650 | $6,100 – $8,400 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,300 – $6,300 | $5,550 – $8,550 | $7,800 – $10,800 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,000 – $7,650 | $6,750 – $10,400 | $9,500 – $13,100 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,150 – $11,800 | $10,400 – $16,000 | $14,600 – $20,200 |
Why two Bismarck 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 Bismarck: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Bismarck?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,000 to $13,100 in the Bismarck area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,750 to $10,400. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Bismarck?
About $142 to $470 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $460 to $1,350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Bismarck or Fargo?
Fargo is 190 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,850, which is 4% more than Bismarck ($8,550). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bismarck?
About 47% at the midpoint, or $4,050 out of $8,550. Materials are 42% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Bismarck?
$4,000 to $13,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Bismarck?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $460 to $1,350 for fees in the Bismarck area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bismarck expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of North Dakota?
Bismarck is 2% below the North Dakota statewide estimate ($8,700 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in North Dakota; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Bismarck?
The BLS median is $26.28 an hour in the Bismarck area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.75 to $30.71.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Bismarck?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,000 to $7,650 and premium work $9,500 to $13,100. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Bismarck
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.