Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Seattle (2026)

Average cost in Seattle

US$26,663avg

US$8,500 — US$85,000

US$70 — US$550 per sq ft

+6.4% YoY
12 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Greater Seattle

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Demolition, installation, and trade work

US$11,925 — US$38,250

45%

Materials

Tile, flooring, and cabinetry

US$7,950 — US$25,500

30%

Plumbing & Electrical

Rough-in and fixture installation

US$3,975 — US$12,750

15%

Permits & Design

SDCI fees and architectural plans

US$1,325 — US$4,250

5%

Contingency

Hidden moisture damage or structural repairs

US$1,325 — US$4,250

5%

🧾Sales Tax (6.5%) — Washington
Base cost + $1,733 tax$28,396

Sales Tax at 6.5%

📋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$23,125

US$18,500 — US$27,750

Based on 12 sources and market data for Seattle. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$25,059

Today

US$26,663

Bathroom Renovation in Seattle is 6.4% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$1,604 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 Seattle

Verified providers
🔨

Iconiq Construction

1601 5th Ave Ste 900, Seattle, WA 98101, USA

5.0
★★★★★

105 reviews

🔨

Sea Renovation

241 S Lander St #18B, Seattle, WA 98134, USA

5.0
★★★★★

91 reviews

🔨

Eagle Remodel Seattle

10105 23rd Dr SE, Everett, WA 98208, USA

5.0
★★★★★

71 reviews

🔨

Solid Kitchen & Bath

22722 29th Dr SE Unit 100, Bothell, WA 98021, USA

5.0
★★★★★

71 reviews

🔨

J & M Remodel

4701 SW Admiral Wy #215, Seattle, WA 98116, USA

4.8
★★★★½

61 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

Relocating major fixtures like a toilet or shower typically adds $2,000 to $6,500 to the project cost due to high local labor rates for licensed plumbers ($95-$145/hour).

Basic plumbing and electrical permits range from $200 to $800, while the Seattle Department of Construction & Inspections (SDCI) base hourly rate for reviews is $274 as of 2026.

Seattle labor rates are 15-20% higher than national averages, and the wet Pacific Northwest climate often necessitates moisture-mitigation work costing an additional $1,500-$3,000.

Homeowners in the Seattle metro area typically recoup approximately 80% of their renovation costs at resale, significantly higher than the national average of 60-65%.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 12+ 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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