Cost to Kitchen Cabinet Replacement in Miami, FL (2026)

If you’re budgeting a kitchen cabinet replacement in Miami, most projects run $7,844-$24,512, 2% below the $15,000 national average. What moves that number most is usually one thing: Cabinet Construction Type. On its own it can swing the cost by $75 - $1,200 per linear foot, so that’s the decision to slow down on before you sweat the smaller stuff.

Easiest place to save: Choose stock or RTA cabinets and invest the savings in better countertops. Most visitors notice the countertop material more than the cabinet brand. $4,000 in IKEA cabinets plus $3,000 in quartz countertops often looks better than $10,000 in mid-range cabinets with $800 laminate tops.

In the Southeast (where Miami sits): Lower labor costs, good cabinet installer availability.

$7,844-$24,512 in Miami

2% below the national average · 0.98x cost multiplier

Homeowners in Miami typically spend $7,844-$24,512 on a kitchen cabinet replacement, about 2% below the national average. Labor rates and contractor availability in the Southeast region drive much of the price difference. Permit requirements and material delivery costs also play a role. See the full tier-by-tier breakdown below before requesting bids.

Cost Breakdown in Miami

Line ItemLowMidHigh
Cost per per linear foot$147$490$1177
Materials$3,640$9,360$22,880
Labor$2,058$3,704$5,762
Permits$0$0$0
Total$5,698-5% vs. national avg$13,584-3% vs. national avg$30,722-1% vs. national avg

Budget

Stock ready-to-assemble (RTA) or big-box store stock cabinets (IKEA, Home Depot Hampton Bay), basic installation - 20-25 linear feet

Mid-Range

Semi-custom cabinets with soft-close hinges, dovetail drawer boxes, and more finish options (KraftMaid, Merillat, Medallion) - 20-25 linear feet

Premium

Custom or high-end semi-custom cabinets (Waypoint, Wellborn, Omega, custom shop) with specialty finishes, rollout trays, built-in organizers - 20-25 linear feet

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Miami may shift costs slightly.

MaterialCost/UnitBest For
Stock / Ready-to-Assemble (RTA)$75-$200/linear ft installedBudget kitchens, rental properties, DIYers comfortable with flat-pack assemblyLowest cost, available same-day from big-box stores, good quality at higher price points (IKEA Sektion)
Semi-Custom Cabinets$200-$600/linear ft installedMost kitchen remodels - the best balance of quality, options, and costWide range of sizes, finishes, and options, dovetail drawers and soft-close standard at mid tier, 4-8 week lead time
Custom Cabinets (Shop-Built)$500-$1,200+/linear ft installedUnusual kitchen layouts, design-forward renovations, high-end homesBuilt to your exact specs, any size, finish, and configuration possible, highest quality construction
Thermofoil Cabinets$150-$350/linear ft installedContemporary kitchens, budget mid-range option for a clean modern lookEasy to clean, uniform color and sheen, durable surface
Shaker-Style Wood Cabinets$250-$800/linear ft installedTraditional, transitional, and contemporary kitchens - the most versatile cabinet styleClassic timeless look, repaintable and refinishable, most popular style in current market

Other Projects in Miami

Miami Estimate

Typical Range

$7,844-$24,512

vs. National Average

2% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.98x

Cost Per per linear foot

$147-$1177

This 0.98x estimate prices Miami labor from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and applies a lighter regional adjustment to materials and permits, which vary less by metro than labor does. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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