Updated June 29, 2026 · 10 min read
There is no single price for a bathroom remodel — the number depends on the size of the room, the finish level you choose, how much of the layout you change, and where you live. The honest answer is a range, and the best way to plan is to understand which range your project falls into before you ever request a quote.
This guide pulls together 2026 cost data from independent sources (This Old House and NerdWallet) for the national picture, plus a Boise-specific price guide from a local contractor for the Treasure Valley angle. We also look at accessible bathrooms and walk through what the resale-value research really says. Every figure below is attributed; treat them as planning bands, not quotes.
Key takeaways
- National 2026 data puts a full bathroom remodel commonly at $6,600–$30,000, averaging roughly $12,000–$16,000; a midrange full bath is about $15,000–$25,000, and luxury can exceed $75,000 (This Old House, NerdWallet).
- Boise tends to run somewhat above national averages — local labor is up ~15–25% since 2022 and material transport adds ~5–10% — per a local contractor price guide (directional, not an independent dataset).
- A tub-to-shower conversion is one of the more affordable projects (cost scales with scope); a full accessible bathroom runs ~$8,000–$25,000 (Fixr).
- Resale ROI depends on the method: Cost vs. Value 2025 says ~80% for a midrange bath, while NAR says ~50% — two different ways of measuring value.
- There is NO published Boise- or Idaho-specific ROI figure — Idaho was excluded from the 2025 Cost vs. Value city-level dataset. The Mountain region (~69–71%) is the closest published proxy.
The short answer
Nationally in 2026, a full bathroom remodel commonly lands somewhere between roughly $6,600 and $30,000, with the average around $12,000–$16,000 depending on the dataset. A basic refresh can come in under $10,000; an upscale or master bath runs $30,000 and up; and a true luxury bathroom can exceed $75,000.
In Boise, plan to sit somewhat above the national averages. Local labor and the cost of trucking materials into the Treasure Valley both add up — more on that below. The figures here come from a mix of national datasets and one local contractor price guide, which we have flagged as directional rather than independent.
National cost by size (2026)
This Old House (2026) reports a national average bathroom remodel of about $15,586, and breaks the cost down by the size of the room. Larger rooms cost more not just in materials but in the labor, plumbing runs, and square footage of tile and flooring.
| Bathroom size | Typical cost range |
|---|---|
| Small (40–60 sq ft) | $12,695–$14,845 |
| Medium (70–90 sq ft) | $15,920–$18,070 |
| Large (100–120 sq ft) | $19,166–$21,295 |
| Master (130+ sq ft) | $22,370–$24,715 |
Source: This Old House (2026). National figures — see the Boise section below for local adjustments.
National cost by finish level (2026)
Finish level moves the number even more than size does. The same room can be a budget refresh or a high-end renovation depending on the fixtures, tile, vanity, and how much of the plumbing and layout you change. This Old House (2026) groups projects into three tiers.
| Finish level | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Basic refresh | ~$9,681 |
| Mid-range remodel | ~$16,825 |
| High-end remodel | ~$31,650 |
Source: This Old House (2026).
What other national sources say
Independent cost datasets vary because they survey different projects and regions, so it helps to see more than one. NerdWallet (2026) cites a typical range of $6,600–$18,000 — with high-end projects topping $80,000 — and a per-square-foot cost of roughly $70–$250, in the same ballpark as This Old House’s by-size figures above.
Taken together, the consensus for planning purposes is: a midrange full bathroom commonly runs roughly $15,000–$25,000, an upscale or master bath starts around $30,000, and a luxury bathroom can exceed $75,000.
| Source | Average / typical | Range | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Old House | ~$15,586 | Varies by size/finish | — |
| NerdWallet | $6,600–$18,000 (typical) | Up to $80,000+ | $70–$250 |
Sources: This Old House (2026), NerdWallet (2026).
Bathroom remodel costs in Boise
There is no large independent dataset that prices bathroom remodels at the Boise city level, so the local figures below come from a Treasure Valley contractor — Pristine Kitchen & Bath — and its 2025/2026 Boise price guide. Treat these as directional: they reflect one local contractor’s pricing rather than an independent survey, but they are useful for understanding how Boise compares.
The defensible local angle is that Boise project costs tend to run somewhat above national averages. Two forces drive that: local labor has risen roughly 15–25% since 2022, and trucking materials into the Treasure Valley adds an estimated 5–10% versus national pricing. Scheduling in the busy spring-through-fall season can add another 10–20% premium.
| Tier | Project cost | Per sq ft |
|---|---|---|
| Basic refresh | $3,000–$7,000 | Budget $75–$125 |
| Standard remodel | $15,000–$25,000 | Mid-range $150–$300 |
| Mid-range remodel | $25,000–$40,000 | Mid-range $150–$300 |
| Luxury remodel | $50,000–$100,000+ | High-end $400–$600+ |
Source: Pristine Kitchen & Bath (Boise) 2025/2026 price guide. Directional — a single local contractor’s pricing, not an independent dataset.
Why Boise runs above national averages
Per the same local guide, Boise labor has climbed roughly 15–25% since 2022, material transport adds about 5–10% versus national pricing, and peak-season (spring–fall) scheduling can add 10–20%. That combination is why Treasure Valley projects tend to land above national averages.
Boise labor and permit costs
For projects priced by the hour or by trade rather than as a package, the same Pristine Kitchen & Bath (2025/2026) guide lists local labor rates and typical permit fees. Permit fees vary by jurisdiction and the scope of work; your city or county building department is the authority on what your project requires.
- General contractor: $75–$125/hr
- Plumber: $85–$150/hr
- Electrician: $80–$130/hr
- Tile installation: $6–$15/sq ft
- Building permit: $100–$500
- Plumbing permit: $75–$300
- Electrical permit: $50–$200
Specific projects: tub-to-shower and accessible bathrooms
A tub-to-shower conversion is usually one of the more affordable bathroom projects, because it often reuses the existing footprint. Cost scales with scope: a prefab or acrylic unit swap sits at the low end, while a fully custom tiled walk-in shower sits at the high end. The biggest cost drivers are whether the plumbing has to move and the materials you choose — see our dedicated walk-in shower vs. tub-to-shower guide for how to decide.
Accessible or aging-in-place bathrooms span a wide range depending on how much you change. Fixr (2025/2026) puts a full accessible remodel at about $8,000–$25,000; adding a walk-in or roll-in shower with grab bars, non-slip flooring, and comfort-height fixtures at around $9,500 in a typical case; and a walk-in tub at about $13,000.
| Project | Typical cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Accessible bathroom (full) | $8,000–$25,000 | Fixr 2025/2026 |
| Accessible shower + grab bars + non-slip floor | ~$9,500 typical | Fixr 2025/2026 |
| Walk-in tub | ~$13,000 average | Fixr 2025/2026 |
Source: Fixr (2025/2026). A tub-to-shower conversion is described qualitatively above; published dollar ranges for it vary too widely by scope to quote a single reliable figure.
Does a bathroom remodel add value? The ROI picture
Two legitimate resale numbers get quoted, and they disagree because they measure different things. Remodeling magazine’s 2025 Cost vs. Value Report estimates that a midrange bathroom remodel recoups about 80% (79.9%) of its cost at resale nationally — the highest figure since 2007, up from 73.7% in 2024. That same report puts a Universal Design (accessible) bathroom at about 64.1% and an Upscale remodel at about 42.2%.
The NAR 2025 Remodeling Impact Report, by contrast, has Realtors estimating that a bathroom renovation recovers about 50% of its cost. The gap is methodological, not contradictory: Cost vs. Value uses estimated sale-price recovery, while NAR surveys Realtors’ perceptions of value. NAR also notes that a bathroom renovation is among the top projects in homeowner demand. Both numbers are worth knowing; neither is "the" answer on its own.
A critical honesty note for Boise readers: Idaho was excluded from the 2025 Cost vs. Value city-level ROI dataset, so there is NO published Boise- or Idaho-specific bathroom ROI figure. Do not trust any source that quotes one. The closest published regional proxy is the Mountain region, where the midrange bathroom ROI runs lower than the national figure — roughly 69–71% — while the Pacific region is the highest at about 91% (Fixr summary of the report). Note, too, that exact dollar figures from the Cost vs. Value report are approximate here because the primary report site restricts access.
| Measure | ROI | Method / note |
|---|---|---|
| Cost vs. Value 2025 — midrange (national) | ~80% (79.9%) | Estimated sale-price recovery; highest since 2007 |
| Cost vs. Value 2025 — Universal Design | ~64.1% | Accessible bathroom |
| Cost vs. Value 2025 — Upscale | ~42.2% | High-end bathroom |
| Cost vs. Value 2025 — Mountain region (midrange) | ~69–71% | Regional proxy; Idaho excluded from city-level data |
| NAR 2025 Remodeling Impact Report | ~50% | Realtors’ perceived value (different method) |
Sources: Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value (via CustomCraft DBR and Fixr summaries), NAR 2025 Remodeling Impact Report (via Qualified Remodeler). Idaho was excluded from the city-level Cost vs. Value dataset — there is no published Boise-specific ROI figure.
Frequently asked questions
- How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Boise?
- There is no large independent Boise-level dataset, but a local contractor price guide (Pristine Kitchen & Bath, 2025/2026, directional) lists a basic refresh at $3,000–$7,000, a standard remodel at $15,000–$25,000, a mid-range remodel at $25,000–$40,000, and a luxury remodel at $50,000–$100,000+. For context, national 2026 averages run roughly $12,000–$16,000 (This Old House, NerdWallet). Boise tends to sit somewhat above national averages.
- Why do Boise remodels cost more than the national average?
- According to a local Boise contractor price guide (2025/2026, directional), two main factors push costs up: local labor has risen roughly 15–25% since 2022, and trucking materials into the Treasure Valley adds an estimated 5–10% versus national pricing. Scheduling during the busy spring-through-fall season can add another 10–20%.
- Do bathroom remodels add value — what is the ROI?
- It depends on how you measure. Remodeling magazine’s 2025 Cost vs. Value Report estimates a midrange bathroom remodel recoups about 80% of its cost at resale nationally (the highest since 2007), while the NAR 2025 Remodeling Impact Report has Realtors estimating about 50%. The two differ because Cost vs. Value uses sale-price estimates and NAR surveys Realtor perceptions. Important: Idaho was excluded from the city-level Cost vs. Value data, so there is no published Boise-specific ROI number — the Mountain region (~69–71%) is the closest published proxy.
- How much is a tub-to-shower conversion?
- It is usually one of the more affordable bathroom projects because it often reuses the existing footprint. Cost scales with scope — a prefab or acrylic unit swap is the lower-cost path, while a fully custom tiled walk-in shower costs more. The biggest drivers are whether the plumbing has to move and the materials you choose, so the most reliable number is a fixed quote on your specific space.
- What is the ROI on an accessible bathroom?
- Remodeling magazine’s 2025 Cost vs. Value Report estimates a Universal Design (accessible) bathroom recoups about 64.1% of its cost at resale nationally — lower than a standard midrange remodel’s ~80%, but accessible features also deliver value as livability and aging-in-place benefits that resale percentages do not capture. A full accessible remodel typically costs $8,000–$25,000 (Fixr 2025/2026).
- How much should I budget per square foot?
- NerdWallet (2026) puts bathroom remodels at roughly $70–$250 per square foot nationally. A Boise contractor price guide (2025/2026, directional) lists higher per-square-foot bands locally: budget $75–$125, mid-range $150–$300, and high-end $400–$600+. Per-square-foot figures are a starting point — total cost still depends on the fixtures, layout changes, and finish level you choose.
Sources
- This Old House — Bathroom Remodel Cost (2026)
- NerdWallet — Bathroom Remodel Cost (2026)
- Pristine Kitchen & Bath — Boise Bathroom Remodel Cost 2025 Price Guide (local contractor, directional)
- Fixr — Bathroom Remodel ROI (2025/2026)
- CustomCraft DBR — 2025 Cost vs. Value Report Summary
- Qualified Remodeler — NAR 2025 Remodeling Impact Report Summary
Claims and figures are drawn from the sources above and provided for general guidance; your project may vary. Photography is illustrative of design concepts. For a fixed price on your specific bathroom, request a free estimate.
