Table of Contents
- Bathroom Remodel Cost Calculator: What Is It?
- What Elements of a Bathroom Remodel Are Included in This Estimator?
- What's a Realistic Budget for a Bathroom Remodel?
- How Does the Bathroom Remodel Cost Estimator Work?
- Does the Bathroom Remodel Cost Estimator Take Brands or Companies Into Account?
- What Do I Do Once I Have My Estimate?
- Frequently Asked Questions
Bathroom Remodel Cost Calculator: What Is It?
This bathroom remodel cost calculator gives you a price range for each part of your remodel and a total estimated project cost. Choose your shower or tub, toilet, cabinets, sink, lighting, and accessories, and the estimator adds them up as you go. The average U.S. bathroom remodel costs $12,115 in 2026, and projects range from under $3,000 to $30,000 or more depending on size and scope.
The estimator takes some of the guesswork out of your budget by pricing only the parts of the bathroom you plan to redo. It’s a planning tool, not a quote, so you’ll still want contractor bids before you commit.
How do I use the calculator?
- Scroll to the top of the page and click “Start Calculator.”
- Choose the type of shower and/or tub you want in your remodel. Find your closest match and click “Add to Estimate.” Not including a shower or tub? Click “Skip.”
- Select the type of toilet you need. Click “Skip” if you’re keeping your current toilet.
- Choose four-door base cabinets or a two-door vanity. Click “Skip” if cabinets aren’t part of your remodel.
- Pick a new sink. Click “Skip” if you’re not replacing your sink.
- Choose the lighting you want, along with accessories like towel bars and medicine cabinet mirrors.
- Click “Review My Estimate” to see your personalized cost range.
On your cost sheet page, you can edit or delete any selection to see how it changes your total.
Your total estimated project cost range
The low end of your estimate assumes you choose budget-friendly materials and have a very simple installation. The high end assumes luxury materials and a much more complex installation. Use the table below to see what your total usually means.
| Your estimated total | What it usually covers |
|---|---|
| $3,000–$10,000 | Budget-friendly update: same layout, affordable materials, a few new fixtures |
| $10,000–$25,000 | Mid-level remodel: better materials and upgrades like a new tub or modern vanity |
| $25,000 and up | High-end remodel: custom features, premium materials, and possible layout changes |
Your total counts only the items you add in the calculator. Add the costs it leaves out (listed below) to get a full project budget.
The best way to get an exact price is to get quotes from contractors. Click “Find Local Pros” on your results screen, and we’ll match you with up to four bathroom remodelers in your area. We recommend getting at least three quotes so you can compare prices.
What Elements of a Bathroom Remodel Are Included in This Estimator?
The estimator includes the elements homeowners ask about most often during a remodel.
- Showers and tubs: Choose a tub/shower combo with a shower curtain or glass doors, a shower remodel, a shower door only, or a bathtub replacement. Our guides cover the most popular shower styles, tub types, and shower/tub combos, so you can pick the option that fits your layout and budget.
- Toilets: Many homeowners replace the toilet during a remodel. You can compare a floor-mounted model with a wall-mounted one, which saves space in small bathrooms and powder rooms.
- Cabinets: If you’re keeping your layout, you may be able to update existing cabinets by painting or refacing. If you need more storage, want a new style, or are redesigning the space, you’ll need new cabinetry. Choose from a four-door base cabinet or a two-door vanity.
- Sinks: Choose a porcelain or stainless steel sink, or a standalone pedestal sink, which is especially popular in half baths and smaller bathrooms.
- Lighting and accessories: Pick from canopy-style lighting over the mirror, recessed lighting throughout the room, or a heat lamp for colder climates. Add accessories like a wall-mounted mirror, medicine cabinet mirror, towel bar, or grab bars. Our guide to common bathroom lighting choices can help you decide.
Typical costs by calculator category
Your results depend on the exact options you choose and your ZIP Code. This table shows typical national costs for a standard installation of each category, including labor and basic materials.
| Category | Typical cost per item |
|---|---|
| Showers and tubs | Tub-shower combo: $1,540–$16,800 Shower remodel: $1,100–$9,360 Bathtub replacement: $990–$13,800 |
| Toilets | $330–$2,160 |
| Cabinets | $220–$2,040 |
| Sinks | $330–$1,320 |
| Lighting and accessories | Lighting: $110–$960 Mirrors: $44–$780 Towel bars: $33–$360 Grab bars: $77–$480 Medicine cabinet: $110–$1,800 |
For a full cost breakdown by feature, size, and location, read our bathroom remodel cost guide.
Are there elements that are not included?
The calculator doesn’t include flooring. The remodelers we work with don’t report flooring costs to us, so we can’t estimate that line with confidence. New tile flooring typically costs $6–$11 per square foot to install; our guide to flooring installation costs has more detail.
You also can’t add these costs in the calculator, so ask each contractor about them:
- Demolition and prep: $1,000–$2,300 for a full bathroom
- Permits: $100–$1,000 in total
- Moving plumbing or electrical: about $5,000 for a new floor plan
- Water damage repairs: $3.75–$7 per square foot
- Countertops, wall tile, and paint
What’s a Realistic Budget for a Bathroom Remodel?
In 2026, homeowners spend $12,115 on average remodeling their bathroom. Read our bathroom remodeling cost guide for what’s included in that number, plus average costs by bathroom size, style, and more.
What’s the most expensive part of a bathroom remodel?
Labor is usually the biggest cost, at 40%–65% of a typical remodel, especially when plumbing or electrical work needs to move or be upgraded. Changing the layout by relocating a shower, tub, or toilet adds the most (about $5,000 for a new floor plan). High-end materials like custom tile or stone also raise the price, but skilled labor and layout changes typically take the largest share of the budget.
What are common hidden bathroom remodel costs?
Hidden costs often include repairing water damage, removing mold, updating old plumbing or electrical, and reinforcing subfloors around tubs and showers. You may also pay for ventilation upgrades, permits, or structural repairs behind walls or under flooring. Because surprises are common, we recommend setting aside 15% of your budget.
Can you renovate a bathroom for $1,000 or $5,000?
Yes, but the scope is limited. With about $1,000, you’re generally restricted to cosmetic updates like painting, replacing hardware, upgrading light fixtures, or installing a new faucet. With around $5,000, you may be able to replace a vanity, toilet, some flooring, and a few fixtures, especially if you keep the layout the same and choose mid-range materials. Larger or full gut remodels typically require a higher budget.
How much does it cost to redo a bathroom yourself?
A DIY remodel for a small bathroom usually costs $3,000–$8,000, and DIY projects across all bathroom sizes run $2,000 to more than $10,000. You can save a lot by handling demolition, painting, and fixture installation yourself. You’ll still need to budget for materials, fixtures, and any tools you don’t own. Leave electrical work, major plumbing, and structural changes to licensed professionals for safety and code compliance.
How Does the Bathroom Remodel Cost Estimator Work?
We source costs from a pricing model that we check against the cost data our remodelers provide. We use two sources for a reason:
- Labor and material costs change often. Our pricing model can spot price shifts in the remodeling industry before our project cost data catches up.
- Bathroom remodels often have unexpected expenses, like water damage or plumbing problems found during demolition. The contractors we work with report the actual project cost after the remodel is complete, so the cost of surprise repairs is already counted. Checking actual project costs against our model shows us what a remodel “should” cost compared with what it actually costs.
What the estimate assumes
- Low end: Budget-friendly materials and a very simple installation
- High end: Luxury materials and a much more complex installation
- Totals: Only the items you add are included
- Quotes: Your estimate is a planning range; only a contractor can give a bid
Does the Bathroom Remodel Cost Estimator Take Brands or Companies Into Account?
Not yet. If you’re interested in a particular tub, shower, or other fixture, check our brand reviews. They include in-depth information and cost data, where available, for some of the top brands and remodelers:
- Kohler. Read our Kohler bathroom remodel review for average costs, plus our review of the LuxStone shower system line.
- Jacuzzi. See our Jacuzzi bath remodel review and our guide to how much a Jacuzzi bath remodel costs. We also reviewed the Jacuzzi one-day bathroom remodel and gathered average cost data for it.
- American Standard. Our American Standard Bath review includes the average cost homeowners spend.
- BathWraps. Our BathWraps review will appeal to you if you want an efficient upgrade.
- BCI Acrylic. Find information on this brand’s showers, tubs, and walk-in tubs in our BCI Acrylic review.
These reviews and more are part of our list of the best bathroom remodeling companies, which includes regional and national companies.
What Do I Do Once I Have My Estimate?
Your estimate gets you in the right ballpark, and a contractor’s quote gives you the exact price for your project. Here’s how to move from one to the other:
- Add what the calculator leaves out. Include flooring, demolition, permits, and any layout changes in your budget.
- Get at least three quotes. Ask each contractor to price the same written scope so the bids are easy to compare.
- Ask for line items. Our guide to evaluating bathroom remodel quotes shows what to look for.
- Vet each contractor. Check licenses, insurance, and warranties before you sign.
- Keep 15% in reserve. Hidden damage turns up in many remodels, and a cushion protects your plan.
Click below to answer a few questions about your project, and we’ll match you with up to four bathroom remodelers in your area for free quotes.otes.
