Bathroom Remodel Cost: Budget, Mid-Range, and Luxury Breakdowns
A bathroom remodel costs $6,000-35,000 depending on scope. Here is where every dollar goes.
Budget remodel ($6,000-10,000): refinish tub, new toilet and vanity, paint, new fixtures and hardware, new lighting. Mid-range ($12,000-20,000): new tile floor and shower surround, new tub, custom vanity, improved lighting, new exhaust fan. Luxury ($25,000-35,000+): gut renovation, heated floors, frameless glass shower, double vanity, high-end tile, freestanding tub, smart toilet.
Where the Money Goes
Labor: 40-50% (plumbing and tile work are the most expensive). Tile and flooring: 15-25% (material plus installation). Fixtures: 15-20% (vanity, toilet, tub/shower, faucets). Plumbing and electrical: 10-15%. Miscellaneous: 5-10% (paint, hardware, accessories, permits).
The Biggest Savings
Keep plumbing in the same location — moving pipes adds $2,000-5,000. Refinish the tub instead of replacing ($300-500 vs $1,500-3,000). Use big-box store vanities ($200-800) instead of custom ($2,000-5,000). Paint is the highest-ROI improvement at $30-50 per gallon. A fresh coat of paint, new hardware, and a modern light fixture transforms a bathroom for under $500.