Kitchen remodel cost in Dothan, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (120 sq ft)
- $17,000 – $28,900
- Per sq ft
- $138 – $230
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $25,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #276
- 1 = most expensive
Dothan homeowners pay roughly $17,000 to $28,900 to remodel a kitchen at 120 sq ft, or $138 to $230 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Dothan is 8% lower. Carpenters earn a median of $20.58 an hour in the Dothan area, 29% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in Dothan, AL, standard level
$20,500 to $25,300
About $166 to $202 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 16% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $20,200 |
| Labor | $3,350 | $4,100 |
| Permits and fees | $670 | $1,000 |
| Total | $20,500 | $25,300 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in Dothan, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,800 | $18,300 | $22,900 | 80% |
| Labor | $2,800 | $3,750 | $4,700 | 16% |
| Permits and fees | $420 | $840 | $1,250 | 4% |
| Total | $17,000 | $22,900 | $28,900 | 100% |
Why Dothan prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 6 trades: carpenters at 45%, electricians at 15%, plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters at 15%, tile and stone setters at 10%, drywall and ceiling tile installers at 10%, painters, construction and maintenance at 5%. Weighted together, Dothan wages are 0.75 times the national level. Labor makes up about 16% of the midpoint estimate (20% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Dothan metro is 96.4 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 120 sq ft comes to $18,300, compared with $19,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (83.8) and land at $420 to $1,250.
Data note: 20% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Dothan. The wage table below marks each row.
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 6 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Dothan is 0.75 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $20.58 an hour, which is 29% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $17.19 and $23.52 an hour. BLS counts 130 of them working in the area, 21.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 15% of the weighting: a median of $22.90 an hour, 25% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $20.51 and $28.93 an hour. About 280 work in the metro. That is 46.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 15%) the local median is $23.59 an hour, which is 23% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $20.02 and $28.37 an hour. BLS counts 130 of them working in the area, 21.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Dothan metro, so we used the Alabama statewide median: $21.54 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $17.91 and $22.86 an hour.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Dothan metro, so we used the Alabama statewide median: $23.08 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $20.04 and $24.75 an hour.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $21.11 an hour, which is 11% below the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $17.38 and $24.34 an hour. BLS counts 70 of them working in the area, 11.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), 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 ($23.52 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $230. At the 25th percentile ($17.19) it shrinks by about $260. The total moves by 1.0% or 1.1%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 60,720 jobs in the Dothan area. That makes it the 284th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $17.19 | $20.58 | $23.52 | $29.12 | 0.71 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $20.51 | $22.90 | $28.93 | $30.38 | 0.75 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $20.02 | $23.59 | $28.37 | $30.67 | 0.77 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $17.91 | $21.54 | $22.86 | $26.77 | 0.80 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $20.04 | $23.08 | $24.75 | $28.33 | 0.81 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $17.38 | $21.11 | $24.34 | $23.75 | 0.89 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.75 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: kitchen remodel pricing in Dothan
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Dothan 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
$17,000 to $21,700
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$20,500 to $25,300
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,100 to $28,900
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,200 – $18,200 | $17,200 – $21,200 | $20,200 – $24,300 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,000 – $21,700 | $20,500 – $25,300 | $24,100 – $28,900 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,000 – $35,700 | $33,800 – $41,500 | $39,600 – $47,300 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $41,800 – $53,200 | $50,400 – $61,700 | $58,900 – $70,300 |
Why two Dothan quotes can differ
Counters
New countertops are $50-$150 per square foot installed; HomeGuide gives $1,500-$6,000 for an average kitchen.
Structure
Moving or removing walls can need a structural engineer at $1,900-$3,700+.
Permit
Kitchen remodel permits are $500-$1,500 and are usually based on project value.
Planning more than one job in Dothan?
Because every project leans on different trades, Dothan's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, window replacement runs −9% and home addition −18%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,750 – $11,500 | −17% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,050 – $20,100 | −14% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,000 – $13,700 | −9% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $31,000 – $62,900 | −18% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $760 – $2,400 | −15% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $260 – $1,350 | −11% |
Is Dothan cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (120 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Crestview is the priciest of the group at $23,400.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dothan, ALthis page | $17,000 – $28,900 | $22,900 | |
| Panama City, FL70 miles | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | +2% |
| Crestview, FL70 miles | $17,300 – $29,600 | $23,400 | +2% |
| Albany, GA85 miles | $17,100 – $29,000 | $23,100 | +1% |
| Auburn, AL85 miles | $17,200 – $29,200 | $23,200 | +1% |
| Columbus, GA90 miles | $17,100 – $29,200 | $23,200 | +1% |
| Alabama (statewide) | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,400 | +2% |
| United States | $18,500 – $31,500 | $25,000 | +9% |
Across 300 US metros, Dothan comes in at #276 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $30,000; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $22,100 (midpoints, 120 sq ft). Statewide, Dothan is 2% below the Alabama figure.
Other Alabama metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +3% |
| Huntsville, AL | 266,650 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +2% |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +2% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | +1% |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $17,400 – $29,500 | $23,400 | +2% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $17,200 – $29,400 | $23,300 | +2% |
Cities with a workforce like Dothan's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Dothan against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Decatur, AL | 61,240 jobs | $17,500 – $29,700 | $23,600 | +3% |
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $18,100 – $30,800 | $24,400 | +7% |
| Santa Fe, NM | 61,770 jobs | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +4% |
| Jonesboro, AR | 60,620 jobs | $16,500 – $28,100 | $22,300 | −3% |
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Kitchen remodel in Dothan: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in Dothan?
For 120 sq ft, expect $17,000 to $28,900 in the Dothan area. A standard-spec job lands at $20,500 to $25,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for kitchen remodel in Dothan?
About $138 to $230 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $420 to $1,250 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $150 to $250.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in Dothan or Panama City?
Panama City is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 120 sq ft there is $23,400, which is 2% more than Dothan ($22,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Dothan?
About 16% at the midpoint, or $3,750 out of $22,900. Materials are 80% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 20%.
+What would average kitchen (200 sq ft) cost in Dothan?
$28,000 to $47,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does kitchen remodel need a permit in Dothan?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $420 to $1,250 for fees in the Dothan area (our national range of $500 to $1,500 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Dothan expensive for kitchen remodel compared with the rest of Alabama?
Dothan is 2% below the Alabama statewide estimate ($23,400 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Alabama; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Dothan?
The BLS median is $20.58 an hour in the Dothan area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.19 to $23.52.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in Dothan?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,000 to $21,700 and premium work $24,100 to $28,900. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel near Dothan
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 Does a Kitchen Remodel Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Cost to Renovate: Renovation Labor Report 2026: Where the Money Goes (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
Note on derived figures: Materials = 70% of the low installed price and 85% of the high one, from HomeGuide's statement that professional labor is 15-30% of a kitchen remodeling budget. Cost to Renovate's mid-range kitchen split (45% labor, 50% materials) sits inside that band.