Kitchen cabinets cost in Scranton, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,250 – $13,900
- Per linear ft
- $151 – $502
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #104
- 1 = most expensive
New kitchen cabinets in Scranton, PA usually costs $4,250 to $13,900 for 25 linear ft. That works out to about $151 to $502 per linear ft before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Permit and fee costs follow the local price level, which sits 6% below the US average.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Scranton, PA, standard level
$7,150 to $11,000
About $256 to $397 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,250 | $4,300 |
| Labor | $3,150 | $5,650 |
| Permits and fees | $750 | $1,100 |
| Total | $7,150 | $11,000 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Scranton, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,500 | $3,800 | $5,050 | 42% |
| Labor | $1,250 | $4,400 | $7,500 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $470 | $940 | $1,400 | 10% |
| Total | $4,250 | $9,100 | $13,900 | 100% |
Why Scranton prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 80% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.96 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Scranton is 1.00 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 48% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Scranton is at 100.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,750 nationally becomes $3,800 here (midpoint, 25 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.6: $470 to $1,400.
Cost by quality level and size in Scranton
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Scranton. 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
$4,250 to $8,100
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,150 to $11,000
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,100 to $13,900
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,750 – $5,200 | $4,600 – $7,050 | $6,450 – $8,950 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,500 – $6,650 | $5,850 – $9,050 | $8,250 – $11,400 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,250 – $8,100 | $7,150 – $11,000 | $10,100 – $13,900 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,500 – $12,500 | $11,000 – $17,000 | $15,500 – $21,500 |
What local crews earn in Scranton
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 Scranton the blend is 1.00.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $28.96 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.00 and $35.74 an hour. About 1,070 work in the metro. That is 41.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $33.44 an hour, which is 10% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $24.46 and $47.24 an hour. BLS counts 1,050 of them working in the area, 41.1 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 $29.40 an hour, 4% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.05 and $34.74 an hour. About 450 work in the metro. That is 17.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $810 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $720. That is a swing of roughly 7.9% to 9.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Scranton--Wilkes-Barre has 255,620 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 102nd 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% | $23.00 | $28.96 | $35.74 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $24.46 | $33.44 | $47.24 | $30.38 | 1.10 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $23.05 | $29.40 | $34.74 | $30.67 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.00 | |||||
Is Scranton 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 $8,850 to $9,400 across Scranton and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scranton, PAthis page | $4,250 – $13,900 | $9,100 | |
| Allentown, PA45 miles | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,100 | level |
| Binghamton, NY60 miles | $4,300 – $14,500 | $9,400 | +3% |
| Reading, PA65 miles | $4,200 – $13,600 | $8,850 | −2% |
| Lancaster, PA90 miles | $4,150 – $13,500 | $8,850 | −3% |
| Harrisburg, PA90 miles | $4,250 – $13,900 | $9,100 | level |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $4,200 – $13,900 | $9,050 | level |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | level |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Scranton ranks #104 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Scranton is 0% above the Pennsylvania figure.
Elsewhere in Pennsylvania
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,250 | +2% |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,200 | +1% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,100 | level |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $4,250 – $13,900 | $9,100 | level |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $4,150 – $13,500 | $8,850 | −3% |
| York, PA | 183,590 jobs | $4,250 – $14,100 | $9,200 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Scranton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane, WA | 255,820 jobs | $4,450 – $14,700 | $9,550 | +5% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $4,150 – $13,500 | $8,850 | −3% |
| Lakeland, FL | 265,280 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $7,950 | −12% |
| Palm Bay, FL | 245,170 jobs | $3,950 – $12,400 | $8,200 | −10% |
Related projects, priced for Scranton
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Scranton wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen backsplash comes out highest (+10%) and storm door lowest (level); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,600 – $31,700 | +1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $950 | level |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,500 | level |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,800 – $23,900 | +2% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,000 – $2,900 | +5% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $340 – $1,650 | +10% |
Why two Scranton 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 Scranton: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Scranton?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,250 to $13,900 in the Scranton area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,150 to $11,000. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Scranton?
About $151 to $502 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $470 to $1,400 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Scranton or Allentown?
Allentown is 45 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,100, which is 0% more than Scranton ($9,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Scranton?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $4,400 out of $9,100. Materials are 42% and permits 10%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Scranton?
$4,250 to $13,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Scranton?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $470 to $1,400 for fees in the Scranton area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Scranton expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Scranton is 0% above the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($9,050 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Scranton?
The BLS median is $28.96 an hour in the Scranton area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.00 to $35.74.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Scranton?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,250 to $8,100 and premium work $10,100 to $13,900. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Scranton
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.