Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Austin (2026)

Average cost in Austin

US$30,373avg

US$7,500 — US$90,000

US$70 — US$250 per sq ft

+6.2% YoY
9 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Texas

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Demolition and installation

US$3,375 — US$40,500

45%

Materials

Tile, flooring, and paint

US$1,500 — US$18,000

20%

Fixtures

Vanity, toilet, and shower/tub

US$1,500 — US$18,000

20%

Plumbing & Electrical

Rough-in and system upgrades

US$750 — US$9,000

10%

Permits & Fees

City of Austin inspections

US$375 — US$4,500

5%

🧾Sales Tax (6.25%) — Texas
Base cost + $1,898 tax$32,271

Sales Tax at 6.25%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Vanity & sink replacement
  • Toilet replacement
  • Tub/shower update
  • Tile flooring & walls
  • Basic plumbing
  • Lighting & exhaust fan
  • Labor & installation

Typically Excludes

  • Full tub-to-shower conversion
  • Heated floors
  • Custom glass enclosures
  • Structural modifications
  • Permits

Based on a standard 5x8 ft bathroom. Master bath or custom designs may cost more.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$20,688

US$16,550 — US$24,826

Based on 9 sources and market data for Austin. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$28,599

Today

US$30,373

Bathroom Renovation in Austin is 6.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$1,773 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Bathroom Reno Contractors in Austin

Verified providers
🔨

Prime Construction and Remodeling

705 N Bluff Dr, Austin, TX 78745, USA

5.0
★★★★★

200 reviews

🔨

Teamwork Home Designs - General Contractor Austin

8101 Cameron Rd Ste 107, Austin, TX 78754, USA

5.0
★★★★★

185 reviews

🔨

Together Design & Build

6000 S Congress Ave #101, Austin, TX 78745, USA

5.0
★★★★★

299 reviews

🔨

THA Construction & Remodeling

2021 Guadalupe St Ste 260, Austin, TX 78705, USA

4.9
★★★★½

146 reviews

🔨

LFM Construction & Remodeling

2307 Thornton Rd #103, Austin, TX 78704, USA

4.9
★★★★½

192 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Austin commands a 10-15% premium over the state average due to high labor demand from tech industry growth and stricter municipal building codes compared to surrounding rural areas.

A full primary bathroom renovation in Austin typically ranges from $35,000 to $65,000, while high-end custom projects can exceed $90,000.

The City of Austin's 2025-26 budget implemented significant fee hikes, with some construction-related permit fees increasing by over 200% to manage the high volume of development.

Subfloor rot and water damage are found in 50-70% of full tile-out renovations, typically adding $500 to $3,000 to the budget. Mold remediation can add another $500 to $6,000.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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