Kitchen cabinets cost in Dayton, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,000 – $13,300
- Per linear ft
- $142 – $477
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #153
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Dayton, plan on $4,000 to $13,300 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $142 to $477 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 5% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.6).
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Dayton, OH, standard level
$6,800 to $10,500
About $243 to $377 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| Labor | $3,000 | $5,450 |
| Permits and fees | $740 | $1,100 |
| Total | $6,800 | $10,500 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Dayton, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $3,500 | $4,700 | 41% |
| Labor | $1,200 | $4,250 | $7,250 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $460 | $930 | $1,400 | 11% |
| Total | $4,000 | $8,650 | $13,300 | 100% |
Why Dayton 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, Dayton wages are 0.97 times the national level. Labor makes up about 49% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Dayton metro is 93.6 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,500, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (92.7) and land at $460 to $1,400.
Cost by quality level and size in Dayton
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Dayton 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 $7,750
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,800 to $10,500
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$9,600 to $13,300
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,600 – $5,000 | $4,400 – $6,750 | $6,150 – $8,550 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,300 – $6,350 | $5,600 – $8,650 | $7,900 – $10,900 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,000 – $7,750 | $6,800 – $10,500 | $9,600 – $13,300 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,150 – $11,900 | $10,400 – $16,200 | $14,700 – $20,500 |
Dayton 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 Dayton is 0.97 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $28.04 an hour, which is 4% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.03 and $31.60 an hour. BLS counts 950 of them working in the area, 25.5 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 $29.75 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.38 and $37.96 an hour. About 1,920 work in the metro. That is 51.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $30.26 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.34 and $39.16 an hour. BLS counts 1,130 of them working in the area, 30.3 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 ($31.60 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $430. At the 25th percentile ($23.03) it shrinks by about $600. The total moves by 4.9% or 6.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 372,660 jobs in the Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek area. That makes it the 70th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.24% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $23.03 | $28.04 | $31.60 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $23.38 | $29.75 | $37.96 | $30.38 | 0.98 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $24.34 | $30.26 | $39.16 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.97 | |||||
Is Dayton cheap or dear? The local comparison
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 25 linear ft range from $8,350 to $9,250 across Dayton and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton, OHthis page | $4,000 – $13,300 | $8,650 | |
| Cincinnati, OH55 miles | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,850 | +2% |
| Columbus, OH70 miles | $4,150 – $14,200 | $9,200 | +6% |
| Fort Wayne, IN100 miles | $4,100 – $13,800 | $9,000 | +4% |
| Indianapolis, IN105 miles | $4,200 – $14,300 | $9,250 | +7% |
| Lexington, KY120 miles | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | −3% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,850 | +2% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Dayton comes in at #153 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Dayton is 2% below the Ohio figure.
Other Ohio metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $4,150 – $14,200 | $9,200 | +6% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,850 | +2% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $4,100 – $13,700 | $8,900 | +2% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +3% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +3% |
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $3,950 – $13,100 | $8,500 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Dayton's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Dayton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,100 | +5% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | −5% |
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,250 | −5% |
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $3,750 – $11,900 | $7,850 | −9% |
Planning more than one job in Dayton?
Because every project leans on different trades, Dayton's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, storm door runs −5% and kitchen backsplash −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,600 | −6% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $330 – $900 | −5% |
| Front door | 1 door | $480 – $2,350 | −5% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,400 – $21,900 | −6% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $850 – $2,600 | −8% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Dayton 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.
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Kitchen cabinets in Dayton: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Dayton?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,000 to $13,300 in the Dayton area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,800 to $10,500. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Dayton?
About $142 to $477 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 Dayton or Cincinnati?
Cincinnati is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,850, which is 2% more than Dayton ($8,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Dayton?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $4,250 out of $8,650. Materials are 41% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Dayton?
$4,000 to $13,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Dayton?
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 Dayton area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Dayton expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Ohio?
Dayton is 2% below the Ohio statewide estimate ($8,850 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Dayton?
The BLS median is $28.04 an hour in the Dayton area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.03 to $31.60.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Dayton?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,000 to $7,750 and premium work $9,600 to $13,300. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Dayton
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.