Kitchen cabinets cost in Johnson City, TN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,850 – $12,100
- Per linear ft
- $136 – $430
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #272
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for new kitchen cabinets in the Johnson City area: $3,850 to $12,100 for 25 linear ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 13% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $23.04 an hour in the Johnson City area, 21% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Johnson City, TN, standard level
$6,300 to $9,600
About $224 to $342 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 44% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,150 | $4,100 |
| Labor | $2,450 | $4,450 |
| Permits and fees | $700 | $1,050 |
| Total | $6,300 | $9,600 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Johnson City, TN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 | $4,800 | 45% |
| Labor | $990 | $3,450 | $5,950 | 44% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $880 | $1,300 | 11% |
| Total | $3,850 | $7,950 | $12,100 | 100% |
Where the Johnson City price comes from
Labor is 44% 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 Johnson City the blended ratio comes out at 0.79.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Johnson City is at 96.2 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 87.9: $440 to $1,300.
Who does the work: Johnson City trade wages
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 Johnson City the blend is 0.79.
Carpenters (47-2031), 80% of the weighting: a median of $23.04 an hour, 21% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.81 and $26.92 an hour. About 160 work in the metro. That is 19.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $25.09 an hour, which is 17% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $19.92 and $36.42 an hour. BLS counts 270 of them working in the area, 33.1 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 $23.31 an hour, 24% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $20.64 and $28.97 an hour. About 210 work in the metro. That is 25.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $470 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $150. That is a swing of roughly 1.9% to 5.9% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Johnson City has 81,690 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 234th 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% | $21.81 | $23.04 | $26.92 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $19.92 | $25.09 | $36.42 | $30.38 | 0.83 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $20.64 | $23.31 | $28.97 | $30.67 | 0.76 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.79 | |||||
How Johnson City compares
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 $7,950 to $8,350 across Johnson City and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Johnson City, TNthis page | $3,850 – $12,100 | $7,950 | |
| Kingsport, TN25 miles | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | +2% |
| Asheville, NC45 miles | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +5% |
| Hickory, NC60 miles | $3,850 – $12,200 | $8,000 | +1% |
| Knoxville, TN100 miles | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +4% |
| Spartanburg, SC105 miles | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,300 | +4% |
| Tennessee (statewide) | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +4% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +15% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Johnson City ranks #272 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Johnson City is 4% below the Tennessee figure.
Elsewhere in Tennessee
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | 1,099,300 jobs | $4,050 – $13,200 | $8,650 | +9% |
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +4% |
| Knoxville, TN | 424,600 jobs | $3,950 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +4% |
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 jobs | $3,950 – $12,700 | $8,350 | +5% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | +2% |
| Clarksville, TN | 103,220 jobs | $3,900 – $12,400 | $8,150 | +3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Johnson City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Idaho Falls, ID | 81,840 jobs | $3,950 – $12,800 | $8,350 | +5% |
| Odessa, TX | 80,910 jobs | $3,900 – $12,700 | $8,300 | +4% |
| Hilton Head, SC | 81,920 jobs | $3,950 – $12,500 | $8,200 | +3% |
| Greenville, NC | 80,770 jobs | $3,850 – $12,100 | $8,000 | level |
Cost by quality level and size in Johnson City
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Johnson City. 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
$3,850 to $7,150
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,300 to $9,600
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$8,750 to $12,100
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,500 – $4,600 | $4,050 – $6,200 | $5,650 – $7,750 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,150 – $5,850 | $5,200 – $7,900 | $7,200 – $9,900 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,850 – $7,150 | $6,300 – $9,600 | $8,750 – $12,100 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,850 – $10,900 | $9,650 – $14,700 | $13,500 – $18,500 |
What nearby projects cost in Johnson City
Jobs that often go together with kitchen cabinets are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Johnson City wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen remodel comes out highest (−7%) and shower pan lowest (−16%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,100 – $29,100 | −7% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $310 – $860 | −10% |
| Front door | 1 door | $430 – $2,350 | −8% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,050 – $20,200 | −13% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $750 – $2,400 | −16% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | −11% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Johnson City bid
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.
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Kitchen cabinets in Johnson City: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Johnson City?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,850 to $12,100 in the Johnson City area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,300 to $9,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Johnson City?
About $136 to $430 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $440 to $1,300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Johnson City or Kingsport?
Kingsport is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,100, which is 2% more than Johnson City ($7,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Johnson City?
About 44% at the midpoint, or $3,450 out of $7,950. Materials are 45% and permits 11%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Johnson City?
$3,850 to $12,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Johnson City?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $440 to $1,300 for fees in the Johnson City area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Johnson City expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Tennessee?
Johnson City is 4% below the Tennessee statewide estimate ($8,300 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Tennessee; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Johnson City?
The BLS median is $23.04 an hour in the Johnson City area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.81 to $26.92.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Johnson City?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,850 to $7,150 and premium work $8,750 to $12,100. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Johnson City
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.