Bathroom Remodel Cost Calculator

National averages: Cosmetic refresh (paint, fixtures, mirror, hardware) $2,500-$5,500. Mid-range full remodel (new tub/shower, vanity, tile, toilet, lighting) $15,000-$32,000. Upscale full remodel (luxury fixtures, heated floors, freestanding tub, custom tile, dual vanity) $50,000-$90,000. Primary bathroom remodels run 25-40% more than secondary baths. Tub-to-shower conversion alone (popular aging-in-place / buyer preference): $4,000-$12,000.

Yes in most cases. Buyer preference has shifted dramatically since 2018 - buyers want walk-in showers, even in primary baths, as long as ONE tub remains somewhere in the home (for resale to families with young children). Conversion adds aging-in-place value (zero-threshold), shows well in photos, and recoups 65-75% at resale per NAR data. Avoid only if it would leave the home with zero tubs (resale red flag in markets with young families).

Per NAR 2026 Cost vs Value: Mid-range bathroom remodel recoups ~65-72%; Upscale bathroom remodel recoups ~50-55%. Tub-to-shower conversion alone recoups 75-85% - highest ROI in the bathroom category. Cosmetic refreshes (paint, fixtures, hardware swap) recoup 90%+ but cap small. Universal design features (grab bars, comfort-height toilets, zero-threshold showers) add buyer appeal in aging populations.

Surprisingly: tile work labor. A typical primary bathroom has 200-400 sq ft of tile (floors + shower walls + tub surround); skilled tile labor runs $10-$25/sq ft INSTALLED (not material). Custom tile patterns (herringbone, mosaic accent walls) double labor cost. Other big drivers: plumbing relocations ($800-$2,500 per fixture moved), electrical upgrades ($500-$2,000 for fans + heated floors + lighting), waterproofing (Schluter Kerdi, RedGard membranes are non-negotiable in 2026 - $400-$1,200).