BATHROOMS
How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost?
Estimate the cost of a bathroom remodel or refresh — work per square foot, fixtures, tile and plumbing — with the free calculator.
A bathroom remodel is one of the most common contractor jobs and one of the easiest to underprice. The budget splits into two parts: the work per square foot and the fixtures. This guide covers the cost ranges and a calculator to price the job.
THE SHORT ANSWER
The short answer
A full bathroom remodel runs $6,000–$15,000 for a standard 40 sq ft bathroom. Refresh (paint, new fixtures, vanity) runs $2,000–$6,000. Work runs $100–$250 per sq ft plus fixtures.
What drives the cost
Bathroom pricing depends on the scope: refresh, full remodel or layout change. Moving plumbing costs more than replacing finishes in place. Tile quality, fixtures and waterproofing drive the rest.
- Refresh: $2,000–$6,000
- Full remodel: $6,000–$15,000
- Layout change or plumbing moves: add $2,000+
- Tile, fixtures and waterproofing are the big cost drivers
Work per square foot
Labor and materials to demo, rough in plumbing, tile and finish run roughly $100–$250 per sq ft. Add the fixture budget — toilet, vanity, shower or tub, faucets and accessories.
Where the money goes
Waterproofing and tile installation are the highest labor items. Fixtures eat the material budget. Expect plumbing and electrical to add real cost when anything moves.
Try the calculator with your scope
Enter the bathroom area, your per-sq-ft work cost and the fixture budget to see the total.