National figures · sources checked Sep 29, 2026
Bathroom remodel cost: what national cost guides report
These are national figures published by two cost guides, shown side by side with a link to each so you can read how they were measured. Local prices vary with labor rates, materials and the scope of your project, so treat them as a starting point, not a quote.
National cost ranges
| Project | Typical range | Average | Source and date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom remodel | $6,651 to $17,657 | About $12,151 | HomeAdvisor: How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost?, updated Jun 17, 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $6,000 to $18,000 | $12,000 | Fixr: How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Bathroom? [2026 Data], updated Jan 27, 2026 |
Unit costs
| Project | Typical range | Average | Source and date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bathroom remodel, per square foot | $70 to $400+ per sq ft | About $120 per sq ft | Fixr: How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Bathroom? [2026 Data], updated Jan 27, 2026 |
What the sources say moves the price
- HomeAdvisor: location, square footage and the quality of your finishes set the final total; budget for demolition, permits and plumbing changes too. (Source: How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost?, updated Jun 17, 2026)
- Fixr: prices vary with bathroom size and material quality. (Source: How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Bathroom? [2026 Data], updated Jan 27, 2026)
How these figures were gathered
- HomeAdvisor says it surveyed over 10,000 customers about their project costs to build these figures. (Source: How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost?, updated Jun 17, 2026)
- Fixr says it gathers cost information from pricing databases, licensed contractors and industry experts. (Source: How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Bathroom? [2026 Data], updated Jan 27, 2026)
We copied each figure from the linked page on September 29, 2026; the date next to it is the page's own last update. These are national numbers, so prices where you live can be higher or lower. We don't publish cost estimates of our own, and none of these figures come from the contractors listed on this site.