Kitchen cabinets cost in Medford, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,450 – $14,500
- Per linear ft
- $157 – $521
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +4%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #61
- 1 = most expensive
Medford homeowners pay roughly $4,450 to $14,500 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $157 to $521 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Medford is 4% higher. Building materials run about 5% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 105.3).
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Medford, OR, standard level
$7,450 to $11,500
About $266 to $412 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,400 | $4,450 |
| Labor | $3,250 | $5,800 |
| Permits and fees | $810 | $1,200 |
| Total | $7,450 | $11,500 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Medford, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,650 | $3,950 | $5,250 | 42% |
| Labor | $1,300 | $4,550 | $7,750 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,000 | $1,500 | 11% |
| Total | $4,450 | $9,500 | $14,500 | 100% |
What is behind the Medford number
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 Medford the blended ratio comes out at 1.03.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Medford metro is 105.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,950, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.4) and land at $510 to $1,500.
Is Medford 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 $9,500 to $10,000 across Medford and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, ORthis page | $4,450 – $14,500 | $9,500 | |
| Eugene, OR105 miles | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,800 | +3% |
| Redding, CA120 miles | $4,600 – $15,400 | $10,000 | +5% |
| Bend, OR150 miles | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,850 | +4% |
| Salem, OR175 miles | $4,500 – $14,900 | $9,650 | +2% |
| Chico, CA200 miles | $4,600 – $15,400 | $10,000 | +5% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $4,600 – $15,400 | $10,000 | +5% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −4% |
Across 300 US metros, Medford comes in at #61 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Medford is 5% below the Oregon figure.
Other Oregon metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $4,800 – $16,600 | $10,700 | +13% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $4,500 – $14,900 | $9,650 | +2% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $4,550 – $15,100 | $9,800 | +3% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,850 | +4% |
Cities with a workforce like Medford's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Medford against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −15% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −15% |
| Panama City, FL | 90,610 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | −14% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $4,350 – $15,400 | $9,900 | +4% |
Cost by quality level and size in Medford
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Medford 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
$4,450 to $8,500
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,450 to $11,500
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,500 to $14,500
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,850 – $5,450 | $4,800 – $7,400 | $6,750 – $9,350 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,650 – $6,950 | $6,150 – $9,450 | $8,600 – $11,900 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,450 – $8,500 | $7,450 – $11,500 | $10,500 – $14,500 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,800 – $13,000 | $11,500 – $17,700 | $16,100 – $22,400 |
What nearby projects cost in Medford
Because every project leans on different trades, Medford's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +6% and kitchen backsplash −1%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,500 – $33,100 | +5% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $970 | +2% |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,600 | +3% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,950 – $24,500 | +5% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $990 – $2,950 | +6% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,500 | −1% |
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Medford
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.
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Medford is 1.03 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $27.85 an hour, which is 4% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.01 and $35.12 an hour. BLS counts 910 of them working in the area, 102.2 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 $44.43 an hour, 46% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $34.62 and $51.02 an hour. About 500 work in the metro. That is 56.1 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 $37.71 an hour, which is 23% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.53 and $44.88 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 22.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.12 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $870. At the 25th percentile ($24.01) it shrinks by about $460. The total moves by 9.2% or 4.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 89,060 jobs in the Medford area. That makes it the 220th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $24.01 | $27.85 | $35.12 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $34.62 | $44.43 | $51.02 | $30.38 | 1.46 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $28.53 | $37.71 | $44.88 | $30.67 | 1.23 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.03 | |||||
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Kitchen cabinets in Medford: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Medford?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,450 to $14,500 in the Medford area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,450 to $11,500. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Medford?
About $157 to $521 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $510 to $1,500 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Medford or Eugene?
Eugene is 105 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,800, which is 3% more than Medford ($9,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Medford?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $4,550 out of $9,500. Materials are 42% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Medford?
$4,450 to $14,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Medford?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $510 to $1,500 for fees in the Medford area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Medford expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Oregon?
Medford is 5% below the Oregon statewide estimate ($10,000 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Medford?
The BLS median is $27.85 an hour in the Medford area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.01 to $35.12.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Medford?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,450 to $8,500 and premium work $10,500 to $14,500. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Medford
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.