Kitchen cabinets cost in Abilene, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,700 – $11,500
- Per linear ft
- $130 – $405
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −17%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #292
- 1 = most expensive
Abilene homeowners pay roughly $3,700 to $11,500 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $130 to $405 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Abilene is 17% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $20.69 an hour in the Abilene area, 29% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Abilene, TX, standard level
$6,050 to $9,150
About $212 to $322 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 42% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| Labor | $2,250 | $4,100 |
| Permits and fees | $720 | $1,100 |
| Total | $6,050 | $9,150 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Abilene, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $3,500 | $4,700 | 46% |
| Labor | $910 | $3,150 | $5,450 | 42% |
| Permits and fees | $450 | $900 | $1,350 | 12% |
| Total | $3,700 | $7,600 | $11,500 | 100% |
Why Abilene 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, Abilene wages are 0.72 times the national level. Labor makes up about 42% of the midpoint estimate (48% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Abilene metro is 93.8 (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 (90.4) and land at $450 to $1,350.
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen cabinets pricing in Abilene
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Abilene 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
$3,700 to $6,800
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$6,050 to $9,150
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$8,350 to $11,500
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,400 – $4,400 | $3,900 – $5,900 | $5,400 – $7,450 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,050 – $5,600 | $4,950 – $7,550 | $6,900 – $9,450 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,700 – $6,800 | $6,050 – $9,150 | $8,350 – $11,500 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,650 – $10,400 | $9,200 – $14,000 | $12,800 – $17,600 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Abilene bid
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).
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 Abilene is 0.72 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $20.69 an hour, which is 29% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.00 and $23.86 an hour. BLS counts 80 of them working in the area, 10.7 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 $22.79 an hour, 25% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $20.73 and $28.97 an hour. About 500 work in the metro. That is 66.6 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 $24.90 an hour, which is 19% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $18.84 and $31.54 an hour. BLS counts 320 of them working in the area, 42.6 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 ($23.86 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $380. At the 25th percentile ($18.00) it shrinks by about $320. The total moves by 5.0% or 4.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 75,070 jobs in the Abilene area. That makes it the 246th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $18.00 | $20.69 | $23.86 | $29.12 | 0.71 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $20.73 | $22.79 | $28.97 | $30.38 | 0.75 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $18.84 | $24.90 | $31.54 | $30.67 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.72 | |||||
Is Abilene cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Abilene. Lubbock comes closest at about $7,600.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene, TXthis page | $3,700 – $11,500 | $7,600 | |
| Midland, TX135 miles | $4,050 – $13,600 | $8,800 | +16% |
| Killeen, TX140 miles | $3,800 – $12,000 | $7,900 | +4% |
| Lubbock, TX145 miles | $3,700 – $11,500 | $7,600 | level |
| Waco, TX155 miles | $3,800 – $12,000 | $7,900 | +4% |
| Dallas, TX160 miles | $4,150 – $12,900 | $8,550 | +12% |
| Texas (statewide) | $4,000 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +9% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +20% |
Across 300 US metros, Abilene comes in at #292 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Abilene is 8% below the Texas figure.
Other Texas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $4,150 – $12,900 | $8,550 | +12% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $4,050 – $12,900 | $8,450 | +11% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $3,900 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +9% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | +6% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $3,700 – $11,400 | $7,550 | level |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $3,650 – $11,200 | $7,400 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Abilene's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Abilene against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WI | 75,450 jobs | $4,450 – $14,600 | $9,500 | +25% |
| Sioux City, IA | 75,010 jobs | $3,900 – $12,700 | $8,250 | +9% |
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | +7% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | +7% |
Planning more than one job in Abilene?
Because every project leans on different trades, Abilene's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −10% and bathroom remodel −14%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $16,700 – $28,400 | −10% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $290 – $820 | −14% |
| Front door | 1 door | $410 – $2,250 | −12% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,050 – $20,000 | −14% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $790 – $2,450 | −13% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −11% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Abilene: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Abilene?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,700 to $11,500 in the Abilene area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,050 to $9,150. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Abilene?
About $130 to $405 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $450 to $1,350 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Abilene or Midland?
Midland is 135 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $8,800, which is 16% more than Abilene ($7,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Abilene?
About 42% at the midpoint, or $3,150 out of $7,600. Materials are 46% and permits 12%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Abilene?
$3,700 to $11,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Abilene?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $450 to $1,350 for fees in the Abilene area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Abilene expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Texas?
Abilene is 8% below the Texas statewide estimate ($8,300 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Abilene?
The BLS median is $20.69 an hour in the Abilene area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.00 to $23.86.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Abilene?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,700 to $6,800 and premium work $8,350 to $11,500. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Abilene
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.