RemodelCostCalcBathroom Remodel Cost Calculator
A mid-range bathroom remodel typically costs about $190–$380 per square foot in the US. Enter your bathroom size, finish level and region below for an itemized low–high estimate — tile, fixtures, plumbing, labor and all.
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Planning estimate only — not a quote. Figures are built from typical US per-square-foot cost bands for each line item, adjusted for finish level and region. Actual prices vary with layout changes, material choices, permits and local contractor rates.
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Where the money goes in a bathroom remodel
Labor leads the budget. Tile setting, plumbing and waterproofing are skilled, slow-to-rush trades; in the calculator's mid-range bands, labor and installation are the largest single line, ahead of the shower and tub area itself.
The wet area decides the tier. A fiberglass tub-shower insert and a custom tiled walk-in shower sit at opposite ends of the cost spectrum even at the same square footage. Finish level in the calculator mostly reflects that choice, plus tile format and fixture grade.
Moving plumbing moves the total. These estimates assume fixtures stay where they are. Relocating a toilet or converting a tub to a shower with a new drain position adds rough-in plumbing, possible slab or joist work, and inspection time — expect results at or above the high end in that case.
Typical bathroom budgets at a glance
For a 60 sq ft full bathroom at mid-range finishes, most homeowners plan around $11,500–$23,000 nationally. A budget refresh commonly starts near $6,300–$12,600, while a high-end primary bathroom of the same footprint frequently runs $21,700–$43,500+. Remodeling a small space? Try the simplified small bathroom remodel cost calculator with presets under 50 sq ft.
How to use this estimate with real bids
- Collect at least three itemized bids and compare the tile, plumbing and labor lines against the breakdown above.
- Confirm waterproofing is itemized — it is the line whose absence causes the most expensive failures later.
- Keep about 10–15% of contingency beyond the estimate for water damage or subfloor surprises, which are common in bathrooms.
- Decide your shower/tub configuration before requesting bids; it swings the total more than any finish swap.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a bathroom remodel cost?
A mid-range bathroom remodel typically runs about $190–$380 per square foot. For a common 60 sq ft full bathroom that is roughly $11,500–$23,000 before regional adjustments. Budget refreshes start near $105–$210 per sq ft, while high-end bathrooms with custom tile and fixtures often exceed $360–$725 per sq ft.
Why do small bathrooms cost so much per square foot?
Because the expensive parts do not shrink with the room. A toilet, a shower valve, a vanity and the plumbing rough-in cost nearly the same in 40 sq ft as in 80 — the fixed costs are simply spread over fewer square feet, so the per-foot figure rises even as the total falls.
What is the most expensive part of a bathroom remodel?
Labor and installation usually lead, followed by the shower/tub area and tile work. Wet-area work is skilled and unforgiving: waterproofing, setting large-format tile and moving drains all carry premium labor rates. Keeping fixtures in their current positions is the biggest single saver.
Can I remodel a bathroom for under $10,000?
Yes, in a smaller bathroom with a budget-level refresh: keep the layout and tub, re-glaze instead of replacing, use a stock vanity and vanity-top combo, and choose sheet vinyl or LVP flooring. In high-cost regions even a lean refresh can cross $10,000, so run the calculator with your region selected for a realistic floor.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
A cosmetic refresh may take 1–2 weeks of work. A full mid-range remodel — new tile, fixtures and vanity — commonly runs 3–5 weeks, and longer if inspections, custom glass or special-order tile are involved. Order materials before demolition starts to avoid dead weeks that do not change cost but do change patience.