Overview
A standard bathroom remodel has a planning range of $13,136 – $29,568 for the scenario below. This is an engine estimate assembled from individual project items, not a survey of completed transactions.
Full gut remodel · 60 sq ft · midrange · national average · tub-shower · existing layout · 240 sq ft finished wall area · includes 10% contingency. Sources: Fixr / Angi / Cost vs Value (2025) / BLS OEWS (May 2023).
Area is only one part of the budget. Plumbing, electrical work, ventilation and permits still matter in a smaller bathroom. Keeping fixtures in place and choosing a finish level make comparisons more useful.
Finish level
| Finish | What it includes | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | Acrylic alcove tub/shower, ceramic floor, painted walls, stock single-sink vanity with integral top, standard toilet. No custom tile. | Estimate unavailable |
| Midrange | Alcove tub with ceramic surround, porcelain floor, painted walls, stock single-sink vanity with integral solid-surface top, standard toilet. No premium stone or custom cabinetry. | $13,136 – $29,568 |
Bathroom size
| Bathroom size | Range |
|---|---|
| 35 sq ft | $11,008 – $26,581 |
| 60 sq ft | $13,136 – $29,568 |
| 100 sq ft | $16,539 – $34,348 |
| 150 sq ft | $20,796 – $40,323 |
The wall-area convention keeps these examples comparable; measure your own finished wall surfaces when planning a project.
Where the budget goes
| Project item | Combined range |
|---|---|
| Demolition & disposal | $670 – $2,330 |
| Tile & waterproofing | $3,503 – $4,333 |
| Tub / shower | $2,286 – $3,630 |
| Vanity & countertop | $300 – $1,000 |
| Toilet & bidet seat | $612 – $1,139 |
| Plumbing rough-in | $1,400 – $4,700 |
| Electrical | $600 – $1,800 |
| Ventilation & exhaust | $343 – $889 |
| Flooring | $604 – $1,012 |
| Permits & inspections | $250 – $1,200 |
| General conditions & contractor markup | $1,374 – $4,847 |
| Subtotal | $11,942 – $26,880 |
| Contingency (10%) | $1,194 – $2,688 |
| Total | $13,136 – $29,568 |
Rows are rounded down at the low end and up at the high end to whole dollars. Displayed rows are added for the subtotal, then the rounded engine contingency is added for the total. No extra uncertainty allowance is added.
The general conditions & contractor markup row uses Homewyse’s published 13–22% band (retrieved 2026-11-11), applied to the trade subtotal for a full gut remodel. Read the method.
DIY or hire a professional?
Painting and simple hardware swaps can be manageable DIY tasks when you have the tools, time and experience. Keep your scope clear and account for preparation, materials and disposal.
Use qualified professionals for permitted plumbing and electrical work, waterproofing, and investigating hidden damage. These jobs need appropriate skills and may require inspections; cosmetic improvements do not resolve problems behind a wall.
Not included
- structural repairs
- hidden damage such as mold or rot
- asbestos abatement
- septic or well work
- work outside the bathroom footprint
FAQs
Why is the estimate a range?
Material selections, labor rates and site conditions vary. We add the low and high ends of each item to give a planning range, rather than implying that every project has one fixed cost.
Does your state change the cost?
State adjustments apply to labor only. Materials use national price ranges. The labor adjustment uses your state’s BLS construction and extraction hourly mean wage divided by the national hourly mean wage; administrative fees are not adjusted by that ratio.
How much contingency should I allow?
Allow 10–15% of the subtotal for contingency. The standard scenarios in this guide include 10%, shown separately in the breakdown. A contingency reserve does not make excluded work part of the estimate.
Does changing the layout add cost?
Moving plumbing or electrical connections can add cost. The calculator lists layout changes separately when selected for a partial or full remodel. The examples in this guide keep the existing layout.