Kitchen cabinets cost in Fargo, ND
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 – $491
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #129
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Fargo, ND usually costs $4,100 to $13,600 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $146 to $491 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 95.7).
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Fargo, ND, standard level
$6,950 to $10,800
About $249 to $388 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,100 | $4,050 |
| Labor | $3,100 | $5,600 |
| Permits and fees | $730 | $1,100 |
| Total | $6,950 | $10,800 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Fargo, ND
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 40% |
| Labor | $1,250 | $4,350 | $7,500 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $450 | $910 | $1,350 | 10% |
| Total | $4,100 | $8,850 | $13,600 | 100% |
Why Fargo 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, Fargo wages are 1.00 times the national level. Labor makes up about 49% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Fargo is at 95.7 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 90.9: $450 to $1,350.
What local crews earn in Fargo
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 Fargo the blend is 1.00.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $28.34 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.34 and $31.06 an hour. About 880 work in the metro. That is 59.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $36.99 an hour, which is 22% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $27.64 and $39.69 an hour. BLS counts 920 of them working in the area, 61.9 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 $30.46 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.88 and $37.98 an hour. About 670 work in the metro. That is 45.1 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 $330 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $600. That is a swing of roughly 6.8% to 3.7% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Fargo has 148,660 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 156th 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% | $23.34 | $28.34 | $31.06 | $29.12 | 0.97 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $27.64 | $36.99 | $39.69 | $30.38 | 1.22 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $23.88 | $30.46 | $37.98 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.00 | |||||
How Fargo compares
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Fargo. Sioux Falls is the lowest at about $8,150 (midpoint, 25 linear ft), 235 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fargo, NDthis page | $4,100 – $13,600 | $8,850 | |
| St. Cloud, MN150 miles | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,150 | +3% |
| Bismarck, ND190 miles | $4,000 – $13,100 | $8,550 | −3% |
| Minneapolis, MN215 miles | $4,700 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +18% |
| Duluth, MN215 miles | $4,150 – $14,100 | $9,100 | +3% |
| Sioux Falls, SD235 miles | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −8% |
| North Dakota (statewide) | $4,050 – $13,400 | $8,700 | −2% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +3% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Fargo ranks #129 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Fargo is 2% above the North Dakota figure.
Elsewhere in North Dakota
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bismarck, ND | 71,270 jobs | $4,000 – $13,100 | $8,550 | −3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Fargo against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killeen, TX | 150,580 jobs | $3,800 – $12,000 | $7,900 | −11% |
| Myrtle Beach, SC | 146,260 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | −10% |
| Gainesville, FL | 152,670 jobs | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −9% |
| Vallejo, CA | 144,130 jobs | $4,750 – $16,200 | $10,500 | +18% |
Fargo: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Fargo. 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 $7,900
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,950 to $10,800
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,800 to $13,600
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,650 – $5,100 | $4,450 – $6,900 | $6,300 – $8,750 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,350 – $6,500 | $5,700 – $8,850 | $8,050 – $11,200 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,100 – $7,900 | $6,950 – $10,800 | $9,800 – $13,600 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,300 – $12,200 | $10,700 – $16,600 | $15,100 – $21,000 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Fargo bid
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).
Layout changes
Keeping the plumbing and wiring where it is saves real money. Moving them brings in plumbers and electricians.
Related projects, priced for Fargo
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Fargo wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, bathroom remodel comes out highest (−3%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−4%); 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 | −4% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,600 – $22,700 | −3% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $900 – $2,700 | −4% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,450 | −4% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Fargo: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Fargo?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,100 to $13,600 in the Fargo 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 Fargo?
About $146 to $491 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $450 to $1,350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Fargo or St. Cloud?
St. Cloud is 150 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,150, which is 3% more than Fargo ($8,850). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Fargo?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $4,350 out of $8,850. Materials are 40% and permits 10%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Fargo?
$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 Fargo?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $450 to $1,350 for fees in the Fargo area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Fargo expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of North Dakota?
Fargo is 2% above 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 Fargo?
The BLS median is $28.34 an hour in the Fargo area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.34 to $31.06.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Fargo?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,100 to $7,900 and premium work $9,800 to $13,600. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Fargo
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.