How much does a bathroom remodel cost? (2026)
A bathroom remodel costs about $9,200 on average in 2026, with most projects running $4,000–$22,000 for a typical 40 sq ft bathroom. That works out to roughly $100–$550 per sq ft of bathroom.
Bathroom remodel cost, by tier
| Tier | Per sq ft of bathroom | Typical project |
|---|---|---|
| Budget | $100 | $4,000 |
| Mid-range | $230 | $9,200 |
| High-end | $550 | $22,000 |
Project totals assume a typical 40 sq ft bathroom — an illustrative size to show scale, not a benchmark. Your total scales with the actual size.
Bathroom remodel cost by region
Labor and materials vary widely by region. Against the national average, a mid-range bathroom remodel runs roughly:
| Region | Typical per sq ft of bathroom | vs. national |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast | $271 | 18% above the national average |
| Midwest | $207 | 10% below the national average |
| South | $202 | 12% below the national average |
| West | $262 | 14% above the national average |
Bathroom remodel cost by state
Northeast
Midwest
South
Sources
Bathroom remodel figures are drawn from Angi, This Old House editorial cost guides (2026) and adjusted by US Census region, last sourced 2026-07-05. They are budgeting estimates — rough starting points, not quotes, and not financial advice.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a bathroom remodel cost in 2026?
- A bathroom remodel costs about $9,200 on average, with most projects running $4,000–$22,000 for a typical 40 sq ft bathroom. Actual cost depends on materials, scope, and local labor.
- What is the cost per sq ft of bathroom?
- Installed rates run about $100–$550 per sq ft of bathroom, or roughly $230 per sq ft of bathroom for a mid-range job.
- Are these bathroom remodel costs a quote?
- No. They are estimates from Angi, This Old House editorial cost guides (2026), adjusted for region — useful for budgeting and comparing homes, not a substitute for a contractor's quote.
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