Interior Remodeling
Bathroom Remodel Cost Calculator
This bathroom remodel calculator helps you estimate a planning budget for small powder rooms, full bathrooms, and primary bath renovations.
Free planning tool
Estimated Project Range
Low$11,258
Average$13,403
High$15,547
Cost per sq ft$191
Cost Breakdown
Tile and waterproofing$2,940
Vanity$2,400
Fixtures$2,600
Plumbing$900
Labor$3,713
Permits and other$850
What affects this estimate
- Tile, waterproofing, and plumbing changes can shift bathroom bids substantially.
- Primary bathrooms often need more cabinetry, fixtures, and finish labor.
Assumptions You Can Adjust
- Fixtures include toilet, faucets, shower hardware, ventilation, and basic accessories.
- Plumbing changes add allowance for moving supply or drain lines.
- This calculator provides a general estimate for planning purposes only. Actual costs may vary based on your location, labor rates, material choices, permits, contractor pricing, and project complexity. This is not professional construction, financial, or legal advice.
What Can Make the Cost Higher
- Tile coverage, waterproofing details, and plumbing changes are major cost drivers.
- Primary bathrooms usually need more fixtures, cabinetry, and finish labor.
- Permit requirements and labor rates vary by city.
How to Reduce Cost
- Keep drains and supply lines in place.
- Use tile selectively and paint the remaining wall area.
- Choose a stock or semi-custom vanity in a standard size.
When to Call a Professional
- Waterproofing, electrical, ventilation, and plumbing should be handled by qualified professionals.
- Contractor bids should clearly identify what is included in demolition, disposal, and fixtures.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Underestimating waterproofing work.
- Buying fixtures before confirming rough-in dimensions.
- Forgetting ventilation, lighting, mirrors, and accessories.
Example Calculation
A 70 sq ft full bathroom with standard tile and vanity selections can be modeled with or without plumbing changes to compare layout options.
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Important Disclaimer
This calculator provides a general estimate for planning purposes only. Actual costs may vary based on your location, labor rates, material choices, permits, contractor pricing, and project complexity. This is not professional construction, financial, or legal advice.