How much does a bathroom remodel cost?
A bathroom remodel typically costs $100 to $500 per square foot, so the total swings a lot with size and scope. A minor update to a small bathroom can run $3,000 to $8,000, while a full remodel of a standard bath lands around $9,000 to $25,000 — and a large master bath with a new layout can go well beyond that.
Bathroom remodel cost by scope
| Scope | Cost / sq ft | What it usually includes |
|---|---|---|
| Minor update | $100 – $150 | New vanity, toilet, fixtures, paint, flooring |
| Partial remodel | $150 – $300 | Replace tub/shower and most major fixtures |
| Full remodel | $250 – $500 | Gut to studs, new layout, tile, and finishes |
Bathroom remodel cost by size (full remodel)
| Bathroom size | Typical full-remodel total |
|---|---|
| Half / small bath (15–24 sq ft) | $4,000 – $12,000 |
| Full bath (35–50 sq ft) | $9,000 – $25,000 |
| Master bath (80–200+ sq ft) | $20,000 – $60,000+ |
What drives bathroom remodel cost up or down
- Scope: the biggest lever — a full gut costs several times a fixtures-and-paint update.
- Size: more square footage means more tile, more fixtures, and more labor.
- Layout changes: moving the tub, toilet, or vanity adds plumbing, patching, and inspections.
- Tile & finishes: a fully tiled walk-in shower and stone counters push the total up quickly.
- Fixtures: the jump from stock to premium vanities, faucets, and glass adds up.
- Location: plumber and tile-setter labor runs higher on the coasts and in big metros.
How to use this estimate
Use the range to plan and budget, then confirm with quotes from local bathroom remodelers — real pricing depends on your fixture and tile selections, whether plumbing moves, and what demo uncovers behind the walls. You can request free quotes from local pros right in the tool above.