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Bathroom Remodel Cost Calculator

Estimate bathroom remodel cost by adding fixtures, tile, vanity, plumbing allowance, labor per sq ft, and contingency.

Results

Labor cost
$4,500
Contingency
$1,322
Estimated total cost
$14,542
Cost per sq ft
$0

How to use this calculator

  1. Enter bathroom size in square feet.
  2. Enter allowances for fixtures, tile/shower, vanity/counter, and plumbing.
  3. Enter labor per sq ft and a contingency percentage.
  4. Review total cost and cost per sq ft.

Inputs explained

Bathroom size
Area of the bathroom footprint in square feet.
Fixtures budget
Toilet, tub/shower trim, valves, accessories allowance.
Tile/shower budget
Tile, shower walls, pans, and surrounds allowance.
Vanity/counter budget
Vanity cabinet, top, sink, faucet.
Labor/ft²
Demolition, install, finish work per square foot.
Plumbing allowance
Allowance for rough/finish plumbing; increase if moving fixtures.
Contingency
Buffer for surprises (water damage, rot, code fixes).

How it works

Labor = size × labor/ft². Base cost = fixtures + tile/shower + vanity + plumbing allowance + labor.

Contingency is a percent of base to cover surprises. Total = base + contingency.

Formula

Labor = Size × Labor $/ft²
Base = Fixtures + Tile + Vanity + Plumbing + Labor
Contingency = Base × Contingency%
Total = Base + Contingency
Cost/ft² = Total ÷ Size

When to use it

  • Budgeting a bathroom remodel before gathering bids.
  • Comparing light refresh vs midrange vs upscale by tweaking allowances.
  • Checking cost per sq ft for ROI in flips or rentals.

Tips & cautions

  • Increase plumbing allowance if moving drains or converting tub to shower.
  • Use higher contingency for older homes or suspected water damage.
  • Adjust labor for tile complexity and finish level (niches, patterns, glass).
  • Does not include permits, design fees, or structural changes—add separately.
  • Assumes a single-phase remodel; multiple mobilizations can raise labor.
  • No line-item for lighting/paint—include in labor or adjust allowances.

Worked examples

60 sq ft, $3k fixtures, $2k tile, $1.2k vanity, $45/ft² labor, $1k plumbing, 12% contingency

  • Labor = $2,700
  • Base ≈ $9,900
  • Contingency ≈ $1,188
  • Total ≈ $11,088; Cost/ft² ≈ $184.80

45 sq ft refresh, $1.5k fixtures, $1.2k tile, $800 vanity, $35/ft² labor, $600 plumbing, 10% contingency

  • Labor = $1,575
  • Base ≈ $5,675
  • Contingency ≈ $568
  • Total ≈ $6,243; Cost/ft² ≈ $138.73

Deep dive

This bathroom remodel cost calculator totals fixture, tile, vanity, plumbing, and labor allowances, then adds contingency to show total cost and cost per square foot.

Use it to sanity-check bids, compare refresh vs upgrade scenarios, and budget with a realistic buffer.

FAQs

Does this include permits or design?
No. Add permit/design fees separately if needed.
What contingency should I use?
10–20% is common. Increase for older homes or if moving plumbing/doing waterproofing fixes.
Shower glass or custom niches?
Increase tile/fixture or labor allowances accordingly.
Lighting/paint/fans?
Fold into labor or raise allowances; this focuses on major bathroom components.
DIY vs pro labor?
Set labor lower for DIY, but keep realistic allowances for plumbing/tile you’ll hire out.

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