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Bathroom remodel cost

Bathrooms pack plumbing, tile and waterproofing into a small space, so cost per square foot runs high. Here's how our calculator sees it.

Quick answer: A midrange 5×7 ft bathroom remodel averages $26,138 nationally, and an upscale (enlarged) bath $81,612. Source: Cost vs. Value 2025.

Last updated: . Ballpark figures, not a bid or quote.

How these ranges are built. Our calculator is calibrated to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (national and regional job costs). Basic-finish levels, size scaling and the low/high spread are Clear Scope Home estimates (no public source yet). Tables show a national baseline (×1.00). Not bids or quotes.

Typical ranges

SizeFinishLikelyLow – high
Standard 5×7 (35 sq ft)basic$18,500$14,500 – $24,000
Standard 5×7 (35 sq ft)mid-range$26,000$21,000 – $34,000
Standard 5×7 (35 sq ft)high-end$39,500$31,500 – $51,500
Medium (60 sq ft)basic$25,500$20,000 – $33,000
Medium (60 sq ft)mid-range$36,000$29,000 – $47,000
Medium (60 sq ft)high-end$54,500$43,500 – $71,000
Large (100 sq ft)basic$34,500$27,500 – $44,500
Large (100 sq ft)mid-range$49,000$39,500 – $64,000
Large (100 sq ft)high-end$74,000$59,500 – $96,500

Table: replace-in-place scope, national baseline. Low = 0.8×, high = 1.3× the likely figure, rounded to $500.

What drives the cost

  • Finish level. A midrange 5×7 ft bath remodel averages $26,138 and an upscale (enlarged) bath $81,612 nationally (Cost vs. Value 2025). Our basic level is an estimate.
  • Tile and waterproofing. Floor and wet-wall tile is usually the largest share, plus waterproofing and backer board.
  • Plumbing. Rough-in and fixtures are a big share. Moving fixtures is estimated at 1.25× a same-layout job.
  • Shower glass or tub. Frameless glass and custom showers add noticeably over a standard tub.
  • Ventilation and electrical. Fans, GFCI outlets and lighting are typically required by code.

How your region changes it

Our calculator multiplies the baseline by a regional factor from Cost vs. Value 2025 regional job costs, chosen by the first digit of your ZIP:

  • ZIPs starting 0: New England (CT, MA, ME, NH, NJ, RI, VT) ×1.03
  • ZIPs starting 1: Mid-Atlantic (NY, PA, DE) ×1.11
  • ZIPs starting 2: South Atlantic (DC, MD, VA, WV, NC, SC) ×0.99
  • ZIPs starting 3: Southeast (FL, GA, AL, TN, MS) ×0.96
  • ZIPs starting 4: Great Lakes / Ohio Valley (IN, KY, MI, OH) ×0.97
  • ZIPs starting 5: Upper Midwest (IA, MN, WI, SD, ND, MT) ×1
  • ZIPs starting 6: Central (IL, MO, KS, NE) ×0.99
  • ZIPs starting 7: South Central (TX, OK, AR, LA) ×0.91
  • ZIPs starting 8: Mountain West (CO, AZ, UT, NM, NV, WY, ID) ×0.98
  • ZIPs starting 9: Pacific (CA, OR, WA) ×1.05

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