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Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV · 6.4 million people
Bathroom remodel cost in Washington, DC
Most homeowners pay $10,800 – $18,000 (mid-range, typical $13,800, before sales tax), 2% above the national average and 8% below the District of Columbia average.
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Price levels in Washington, DC
| Typical | Labour | Materials | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $10,300 $8,050 – $13,400 | $5,755 | $4,562 |
| Mid-range | $13,800 $10,800 – $18,000 | $6,706 | $7,123 |
| Premium | $18,900 $14,700 – $24,600 | $7,313 | $11,575 |
Why prices in Washington, DC are different
Labor is about 48% of a mid-range bathroom remodel job, around 80 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in the Washington, DC area cost about 5% more than the national average (BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for the metro area), while materials cost much the same nationwide. So the job comes out 2% above the national figure and 8% below the District of Columbia average.
Washington, DC ranks 47 of the 110 largest US metro areas for this job, from most to least expensive.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does bathroom remodel cost in Washington, DC?
A mid-range job typically costs $13,800 before sales tax, with most homeowners paying $10,800 – $18,000. Basic is about $10,300 and premium about $18,900.
Is bathroom remodel more expensive in Washington, DC than elsewhere in District of Columbia?
Washington, DC: 8% below the District of Columbia average of $15,000. Labor is about 48% of a mid-range bathroom remodel job, around 80 hours of trade work. Tradespeople in the Washington, DC area cost about 5% more than the national average (BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics for the metro area), while materials cost much the same nationwide. So the job comes out 2% above the national figure and 8% below the District of Columbia average.
How does Washington, DC compare with other large metros?
Among the 110 US metro areas with 500,000+ people, Washington, DC ranks 47 for this job, from most to least expensive. The national figure is $13,500.
How much of the price is labor in Washington, DC?
About 48% at the mid-range level, around 80 hours of work at local rates. The rest is materials, equipment and disposal, which vary much less between cities.
Population: US Census Bureau, metropolitan area estimates for 2024.