Kitchen cabinets cost in Providence, RI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,250 – $14,300
- Per linear ft
- $150 – $512
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +2%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #75
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to replace kitchen cabinets in Providence, plan on $4,250 to $14,300 for 25 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $150 to $512 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $29.76 an hour in the Providence area, 2% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Providence, RI, standard level
$7,300 to $11,300
About $259 to $404 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 50% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,150 |
| Labor | $3,300 | $5,950 |
| Permits and fees | $810 | $1,200 |
| Total | $7,300 | $11,300 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Providence, RI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,450 | $3,650 | $4,850 | 39% |
| Labor | $1,300 | $4,650 | $7,950 | 50% |
| Permits and fees | $510 | $1,000 | $1,550 | 11% |
| Total | $4,250 | $9,300 | $14,300 | 100% |
Why Providence 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, Providence wages are 1.06 times the national level. Labor makes up about 50% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Providence metro is 97.1 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,650, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.8) and land at $510 to $1,550.
What nearby projects cost in Providence
Because every project leans on different trades, Providence's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +7% and front door −2%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $18,300 – $31,200 | −1% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $350 – $940 | −1% |
| Front door | 1 door | $500 – $2,450 | −2% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,800 – $23,900 | +3% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $2,950 | +7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | −1% |
Providence 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 Providence is 1.06 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $29.76 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $26.71 and $38.38 an hour. BLS counts 4,140 of them working in the area, 58.0 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 $35.57 an hour, 17% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $26.62 and $45.42 an hour. About 3,560 work in the metro. That is 49.9 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 $38.37 an hour, which is 25% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $27.76 and $51.30 an hour. BLS counts 3,000 of them working in the area, 42.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($38.38 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,050. At the 25th percentile ($26.71) it shrinks by about $370. The total moves by 11.1% or 3.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 714,120 jobs in the Providence-Warwick area. That makes it the 42nd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.46% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $26.71 | $29.76 | $38.38 | $29.12 | 1.02 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $26.62 | $35.57 | $45.42 | $30.38 | 1.17 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $27.76 | $38.37 | $51.30 | $30.67 | 1.25 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Cost by quality level and size in Providence
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Providence 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
$4,250 to $8,300
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,300 to $11,300
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,300 to $14,300
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,750 – $5,350 | $4,700 – $7,250 | $6,650 – $9,200 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,500 – $6,800 | $6,000 – $9,300 | $8,450 – $11,800 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,250 – $8,300 | $7,300 – $11,300 | $10,300 – $14,300 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,500 – $12,700 | $11,200 – $17,400 | $15,800 – $22,000 |
Why two Providence quotes can differ
Layout changes
Keeping the plumbing and wiring where it is saves real money. Moving them brings in plumbers and electricians.
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.
How Providence compares
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Providence. Norwich comes closest at about $9,400.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Providence, RIthis page | $4,250 – $14,300 | $9,300 | |
| Norwich, CT45 miles | $4,300 – $14,500 | $9,400 | +1% |
| Worcester, MA55 miles | $4,450 – $15,500 | $9,950 | +7% |
| Boston, MA60 miles | $4,600 – $16,100 | $10,400 | +12% |
| Barnstable, MA60 miles | $4,400 – $15,100 | $9,750 | +5% |
| Hartford, CT65 miles | $4,300 – $14,700 | $9,500 | +2% |
| Rhode Island (statewide) | $4,250 – $14,200 | $9,200 | −1% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −2% |
Across 300 US metros, Providence comes in at #75 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Providence is 1% above the Rhode Island figure.
Providence is the only Rhode Island metro we cover, so the statewide page is the only in-state comparison. It uses statewide wages, which include rural areas.
Cities with a workforce like Providence's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Providence against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $4,000 – $12,700 | $8,350 | −10% |
| Louisville, KY | 685,190 jobs | $4,050 – $13,400 | $8,750 | −6% |
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $4,000 – $12,900 | $8,450 | −9% |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 677,680 jobs | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −13% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Providence: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Providence?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,250 to $14,300 in the Providence area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,300 to $11,300. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Providence?
About $150 to $512 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $510 to $1,550 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Providence or Norwich?
Norwich is 45 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $9,400, which is 1% more than Providence ($9,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Providence?
About 50% at the midpoint, or $4,650 out of $9,300. Materials are 39% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Providence?
$4,250 to $14,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Providence?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $510 to $1,550 for fees in the Providence area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Providence expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Rhode Island?
Providence is 1% above the Rhode Island statewide estimate ($9,200 at the midpoint).
+What do carpenters earn in Providence?
The BLS median is $29.76 an hour in the Providence area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $26.71 to $38.38.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Providence?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,250 to $8,300 and premium work $10,300 to $14,300. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Providence
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.