When you’re planning to remodel your bathroom, a good first step is to calculate your budget. It’s helpful to know just how much the project should cost to create realistic expectations—and avoid any big surprises. Revive’s bathroom remodel cost calculator gives you a personalized ballpark estimate using the specific details of your project to help you know what to expect before you speak with a contractor. Our bathroom remodel cost calculator uses real 2025 market data for better accuracy and makes getting your estimate quick and easy.

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What Affects the Cost of a Bathroom Remodel?

On average, a bathroom remodel costs between $10,000 and $25,000 in 2025. However, every bathroom remodel project is unique and can vary in cost depending on factors like material quality, scope of work, layout changes, and local labor rates. To better understand how much you’ll need to set aside for your project, consider these factors carefully when planning your bathroom remodel budget:

Labor vs. Materials

It’s important to factor both labor and materials into your bathroom remodel budget and understand the different costs of both aspects of the project. Labor and materials will take up a large portion of your budget and therefore play a major role in how much your remodel will cost. It’s important to invest in quality labor and materials to ensure a high quality end result, otherwise you may end up paying more in the long run for future repairs to cheap materials and poor workmanship.

Type of Fixtures & Finishes

Naturally, higher end fixtures and finishes come at a higher cost than standard options, so the type of fixtures and level of finishes you choose can make a big difference in your budget. As we mentioned with materials, the higher quality you choose, the longer your fixtures and surface will endure wear and tear while maintaining their appearance, so consider your needs when making your selections.

Scope of Work (Cosmetic vs. Structural)

The size of your bathroom and extent of work needed will have a direct impact on remodel costs. This number will also depend on whether the upgrades you’re looking to make to your bathroom are cosmetic or structural, which require different levels of complexity. 

Plumbing or Layout Changes

If plumbing repairs or layout changes are needed in your bathroom remodel, these will likely be the highest costs with the biggest impact on your budget. 

Local Rates & Permit Fees

Depending on your specific area, rates for labor and permit costs may vary, so be sure to consider the local costs and what permits are required for your project early on so you can budget accordingly.

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Real Bathroom Remodel Cost Examples

Do get a better idea of what your bathroom remodel project might cost, take a look at this cost breakdown for a real bathroom Revive remodeled for a customer. 

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Hidden Costs to Watch Out For

As with any remodeling project, bathroom remodels can often lead to hidden costs and work begins. Keep these situations in mind to ensure you’re prepared to address unexpected costs if and when they arise. 

• Water damage and mold: Once demolition begins, you may uncover hidden mold or water damage behind walls or under flooring. This can be especially common beneath bathroom surfaces. Water damage and mold issues can require extensive repairs that are essential for the long-term health and durability of your home. 

• Structural issues: Keep an eye out for rotting wood, unstable framing, or damaged subfloors that may surface when you start pulling back walls and floors. If you identify structural issues, reinforcement or complete replacement will be necessary before you can proceed with any new installations to avoid further structural damage down the road. 
• Outdated plumbing and electrical systems: If your home is older, it may have plumbing or electrical systems that don’t comply with current safety codes. The necessary upgrades or rewiring will add significant additional costs to your bathroom remodel project.
• Rerouting plumbing: For a new bathroom layout, moving plumbing lines may be required, which can significantly increase costs.
• Miscalculated material estimates: Both underestimating the quantity of materials needed and unexpected price increases for material or labor can have a major impact on the budget for your bathroom remodel.
• Fixture and finish upgrades: Making the switch to luxury fixtures, custom design elements, or specialized finishes mid-project can add higher costs to your overall budget.
• Complex designs: Highly detailed design elements like tile patterns or intricate layouts require more labor and materials and therefore demand higher costs.
• Permit fees: Local municipalities require permits for plumbing, electrical, or structural changes. These fees vary by location, so check with your local regulatory authorities before you begin work on your bathroom remodel.
• Disposal fees: There may be additional costs associated with removal and disposal of old fixtures and debris from your project. These costs may not be included in your initial quotes, so be sure to double check with your contractor to ensure you’re accounting for these fees in your budget.
• Specialized labor: Specialized work like custom cabinetry, complex tiling, or specialized finishes require skilled labor that comes at a premium cost.

To be better prepared for these potential hidden costs, we recommend building in a contingency fund to your budget, which should be 10-20% of your total budget. Hiring qualified, experienced professionals who can provide detailed quotes and a thorough design and construction plan for your bathroom remodel can help you avoid unexpected expenses and navigate them effectively when they arise.