Kitchen cabinets cost in McAllen, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $3,650 – $11,200
- Per linear ft
- $129 – $396
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −19%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #299
- 1 = most expensive
McAllen homeowners pay roughly $3,650 to $11,200 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $129 to $396 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, McAllen is 19% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $19.97 an hour in the McAllen area, 31% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in McAllen, TX, standard level
$5,900 to $8,950
About $209 to $316 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 41% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,050 | $4,000 |
| Labor | $2,150 | $3,900 |
| Permits and fees | $690 | $1,050 |
| Total | $5,900 | $8,950 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in McAllen, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $3,500 | $4,700 | 47% |
| Labor | $870 | $3,050 | $5,200 | 41% |
| Permits and fees | $430 | $860 | $1,300 | 12% |
| Total | $3,650 | $7,400 | $11,200 | 100% |
Where the McAllen price comes from
Labor is 41% 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 McAllen the blended ratio comes out at 0.70.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the McAllen 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 (85.9) and land at $430 to $1,300.
Why two McAllen 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).
Is McAllen cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Austin is the priciest of the group at $8,250. Brownsville is the cheapest at $7,050.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| McAllen, TXthis page | $3,650 – $11,200 | $7,400 | |
| Brownsville, TX50 miles | $3,550 – $10,600 | $7,050 | −5% |
| Corpus Christi, TX115 miles | $3,800 – $12,200 | $8,000 | +8% |
| Laredo, TX120 miles | $3,650 – $11,200 | $7,400 | level |
| San Antonio, TX210 miles | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | +9% |
| Austin, TX270 miles | $3,900 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +11% |
| Texas (statewide) | $4,000 – $12,600 | $8,300 | +12% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | +23% |
Across 300 US metros, McAllen comes in at #299 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, McAllen is 11% 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 | +15% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $4,050 – $12,900 | $8,450 | +14% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $3,900 – $12,600 | $8,250 | +11% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $3,850 – $12,300 | $8,100 | +9% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $3,700 – $11,400 | $7,550 | +2% |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 192,580 jobs | $3,800 – $12,200 | $8,000 | +8% |
Cities with a workforce like McAllen's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is McAllen against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse, NY | 300,130 jobs | $4,300 – $14,300 | $9,300 | +25% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $4,100 – $13,800 | $8,950 | +20% |
| Provo, UT | 304,660 jobs | $4,000 – $13,000 | $8,500 | +14% |
| Stockton, CA | 289,660 jobs | $4,550 – $15,300 | $9,950 | +34% |
McAllen: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for McAllen 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
$3,650 to $6,650
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$5,900 to $8,950
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$8,150 to $11,200
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,350 – $4,300 | $3,800 – $5,750 | $5,300 – $7,250 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,000 – $5,500 | $4,850 – $7,350 | $6,750 – $9,200 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $3,650 – $6,650 | $5,900 – $8,950 | $8,150 – $11,200 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $5,550 – $10,200 | $9,050 – $13,700 | $12,500 – $17,100 |
What nearby projects cost in McAllen
Because every project leans on different trades, McAllen's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −11% and shower pan −16%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $16,500 – $28,200 | −11% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $290 – $810 | −16% |
| Front door | 1 door | $400 – $2,200 | −13% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $3,950 – $19,700 | −16% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $750 – $2,400 | −16% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | −11% |
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 McAllen is 0.70 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $19.97 an hour, which is 31% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $17.40 and $21.94 an hour. BLS counts 310 of them working in the area, 10.4 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 $22.56 an hour, 26% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $18.13 and $28.33 an hour. About 670 work in the metro. That is 22.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $22.17 an hour, which is 28% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $18.38 and $27.04 an hour. BLS counts 360 of them working in the area, 12.1 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 ($21.94 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $240. At the 25th percentile ($17.40) it shrinks by about $310. The total moves by 3.2% or 4.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 296,700 jobs in the McAllen-Edinburg-Mission area. That makes it the 86th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.19% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $17.40 | $19.97 | $21.94 | $29.12 | 0.69 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $18.13 | $22.56 | $28.33 | $30.38 | 0.74 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $18.38 | $22.17 | $27.04 | $30.67 | 0.72 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.70 | |||||
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Kitchen cabinets in McAllen: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in McAllen?
For 25 linear ft, expect $3,650 to $11,200 in the McAllen area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,900 to $8,950. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in McAllen?
About $129 to $396 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $430 to $1,300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in McAllen or Brownsville?
Brownsville is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $7,050, which is 5% less than McAllen ($7,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in McAllen?
About 41% at the midpoint, or $3,050 out of $7,400. Materials are 47% and permits 12%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in McAllen?
$3,650 to $11,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in McAllen?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $430 to $1,300 for fees in the McAllen area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is McAllen expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Texas?
McAllen is 11% 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 McAllen?
The BLS median is $19.97 an hour in the McAllen area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.40 to $21.94.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in McAllen?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $3,650 to $6,650 and premium work $8,150 to $11,200. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near McAllen
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.