Kitchen cabinets cost in Yakima, WA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (25 linear ft)
- $4,400 – $14,600
- Per linear ft
- $158 – $527
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +4%
- US $9,150
- Rank of 300 metros
- #59
- 1 = most expensive
Yakima homeowners pay roughly $4,400 to $14,600 to replace kitchen cabinets at 25 linear ft, or $158 to $527 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Yakima is 4% higher. Carpenters earn a median of $30.43 an hour in the Yakima area, 4% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 25 linear ft in Yakima, WA, standard level
$7,500 to $11,500
About $269 to $416 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,400 | $4,450 |
| Labor | $3,300 | $5,950 |
| Permits and fees | $760 | $1,150 |
| Total | $7,500 | $11,500 |
Cost breakdown for 25 linear ft in Yakima, WA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,650 | $3,950 | $5,250 | 41% |
| Labor | $1,300 | $4,600 | $7,900 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $480 | $960 | $1,450 | 10% |
| Total | $4,400 | $9,500 | $14,600 | 100% |
Where the Yakima price comes from
Labor is 49% 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 Yakima the blended ratio comes out at 1.06.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Yakima metro is 105.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 25 linear ft comes to $3,950, compared with $3,750 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (95.5) and land at $480 to $1,450.
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 Yakima is 1.06 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 80%) the local median is $30.43 an hour, which is 4% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $27.61 and $44.37 an hour. BLS counts 480 of them working in the area, 49.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $37.81 an hour, 24% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $34.17 and $53.55 an hour. About 390 work in the metro. That is 40.2 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 $29.28 an hour, which is 5% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.00 and $40.04 an hour. BLS counts 240 of them working in the area, 24.7 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 ($44.37 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $1,700. At the 25th percentile ($27.61) it shrinks by about $340. The total moves by 17.6% or 3.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 97,010 jobs in the Yakima area. That makes it the 208th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 80% | $27.61 | $30.43 | $44.37 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $34.17 | $37.81 | $53.55 | $30.38 | 1.24 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $24.00 | $29.28 | $40.04 | $30.67 | 0.95 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Kitchen cabinets: what moves the price in Yakima
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).
Cost by quality level and size in Yakima
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Yakima 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
$4,400 to $8,500
Stock cabinets, same layout
Standard
$7,500 to $11,500
Semi-custom with upgraded finishes
Premium
$10,500 to $14,600
Custom cabinetry, new layout
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small galley (15 linear ft) | $2,850 – $5,450 | $4,800 – $7,400 | $6,750 – $9,350 |
| 10x10 kitchen (20 linear ft) | $3,650 – $6,950 | $6,150 – $9,450 | $8,650 – $12,000 |
| average kitchen (25 linear ft) | $4,400 – $8,500 | $7,500 – $11,500 | $10,500 – $14,600 |
| large kitchen (40 linear ft) | $6,800 – $13,100 | $11,500 – $17,800 | $16,200 – $22,500 |
Planning more than one job in Yakima?
Because every project leans on different trades, Yakima's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen backsplash runs +18% and storm door +4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,500 – $33,200 | +5% |
| Storm door | 1 door | $360 – $990 | +4% |
| Front door | 1 door | $520 – $2,600 | +5% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $5,100 – $25,200 | +8% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,050 | +11% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $360 – $1,750 | +18% |
How Yakima compares
Same job, same size (25 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Seattle is the priciest of the group at $10,800.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yakima, WAthis page | $4,400 – $14,600 | $9,500 | |
| Kennewick, WA70 miles | $4,600 – $15,500 | $10,000 | +5% |
| Seattle, WA90 miles | $4,800 – $16,800 | $10,800 | +13% |
| Portland, OR100 miles | $4,800 – $16,600 | $10,700 | +12% |
| Olympia, WA105 miles | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,850 | +4% |
| Bremerton, WA120 miles | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,900 | +4% |
| Washington (statewide) | $4,700 – $16,300 | $10,500 | +10% |
| United States | $4,250 – $14,000 | $9,150 | −4% |
Across 300 US metros, Yakima comes in at #59 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $12,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $7,050 (midpoints, 25 linear ft). Statewide, Yakima is 9% below the Washington figure.
Other Washington metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | 2,086,210 jobs | $4,800 – $16,800 | $10,800 | +13% |
| Spokane, WA | 255,820 jobs | $4,450 – $14,700 | $9,550 | +1% |
| Olympia, WA | 130,300 jobs | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,850 | +4% |
| Kennewick, WA | 129,490 jobs | $4,600 – $15,500 | $10,000 | +5% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $4,550 – $15,200 | $9,900 | +4% |
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $4,750 – $16,400 | $10,600 | +11% |
Cities with a workforce like Yakima's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Yakima against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binghamton, NY | 97,030 jobs | $4,300 – $14,500 | $9,400 | −1% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $3,800 – $11,900 | $7,850 | −17% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $3,900 – $12,300 | $8,100 | −15% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $3,650 – $11,400 | $7,500 | −21% |
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Kitchen cabinets in Yakima: your questions
+How much does it cost to replace kitchen cabinets in Yakima?
For 25 linear ft, expect $4,400 to $14,600 in the Yakima area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,500 to $11,500. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for kitchen cabinets in Yakima?
About $158 to $527 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $480 to $1,450 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $500.
+Is kitchen cabinets cheaper in Yakima or Kennewick?
Kennewick is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 25 linear ft there is $10,000, which is 5% more than Yakima ($9,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Yakima?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $4,600 out of $9,500. Materials are 41% and permits 10%. Nationally, labor is 48%.
+What would average kitchen (25 linear ft) cost in Yakima?
$4,400 to $14,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen cabinets need a permit in Yakima?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $480 to $1,450 for fees in the Yakima area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Yakima expensive for kitchen cabinets compared with the rest of Washington?
Yakima is 9% below the Washington statewide estimate ($10,500 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Washington; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Yakima?
The BLS median is $30.43 an hour in the Yakima area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.61 to $44.37.
+What do basic and premium kitchen cabinets work cost in Yakima?
For 25 linear ft, basic work runs $4,400 to $8,500 and premium work $10,500 to $14,600. Basic means: stock cabinets, same layout. Premium means: custom cabinetry, new layout.
Kitchen cabinets near Yakima
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.