Bathroom Remodel Cost in Illinois (2026)
$5,500–$19,500per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range)typical standard 5×8 ft full bathroom, mid-range finish: $5,500–$19,500updated November 2026
A bathroom remodel is priced as a whole job — demolition, fixtures, tile, plumbing and labor together. The figures below are for a standard 5×8 ft full bathroom with mid-range finishes; enter your floor area to scale the estimate. Larger master baths and layout changes (moving plumbing) push costs up fast.
Cost calculator — in Illinois
Cosmetic refresh (fixture swap, reglaze)
$5,500
Mid-range full remodel
$10,000
Upscale remodel / layout changes
$19,500
Typical project: standard 5×8 ft full bathroom, mid-range finish.
Of the mid-range estimate: $5,000 labor · $5,000 materials (typical split)
Common add-ons not in the base price
- Moving plumbing linesadd $1,000–5,000
- Walk-in tub / curbless showeradd $2,500–8,000
- Permits & inspectionadd $200–800
Price ranges we use
Prices updated November 2026| Tier | Unit price | Typical job (standard 5×8 ft full bathroom, mid-range finish) |
|---|---|---|
| Cosmetic refresh (fixture swap, reglaze) | $5,500 per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range) | $5,500 |
| Mid-range full remodel | $10,000 per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range) | $10,000 |
| Upscale remodel / layout changes | $19,500 per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range) | $19,500 |
Typical split: ~50% labor / 50% materials.
Typical 5x8 ft full-bath remodel, mid-range, no plumbing relocation. Chicago anchored on the Angi Chicago guide (avg $10,939) with the full-remodel scope bracketing the high tier; a second Angi Chicago renovation guide shows $6,740-$29,100. Naperville and Springfield cross-checked with HomeYou ranges (avg ~$9,000 both). Springfield downstate labor keeps its band noticeably below Chicagoland, so the state tiers span both markets; luxury gut remodels with plumbing moves run well above the high tier.
Sourced from 2+ independent guides. Cross-checked against at least two independent 2025–2026 cost guides.
Sources
- Angi bathroom remodel cost Chicago IL (avg $10,939; $6,677-$16,542; full remodel $25,150-$78,400) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
- HomeYou bathroom remodeling cost Naperville IL ($3,962-$19,274, avg ~$9,000) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
- HomeYou bathroom remodeling cost Springfield IL ($3,799-$18,484, avg ~$9,000) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
- Angi house renovation cost Chicago IL (bathroom remodel $6,740-$29,100) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
- Angi bathroom remodel cost national guide ($6,651-$17,662) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
Estimates are for planning purposes only. Actual prices vary by project details — always confirm with on-site quotes from licensed contractors.
Where the money goes
Line-item breakdown for a typical standard 5×8 ft full bathroom, mid-range finish. Rows are derived from the same sourced price ranges used above, so they add up to the job total exactly.
| Line item | What & how much | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material | Mid-range fixtures, tile and vanityper job | $1,979 | $7,019 | derived from tracked prices |
| Labor, plumbing/electrical/tile | Licensed trade crewsper job | $2,750 | $9,750 | derived from tracked prices |
| Job Supplies | Setting materials, waterproofing, trimper job | $165 | $585 | derived from tracked prices |
| Equipment Allowance | Wet saw and tool rentalper job | $138 | $488 | derived from tracked prices |
| Remove & Haul | Demolition and haul-away of old bathper job | $275 | $975 | derived from tracked prices |
| Disposal | Construction debris disposalper job | $110 | $390 | derived from tracked prices |
| Unused Min Labor | General contractor supervisionper job | $83 | $293 | derived from tracked prices |
| Total, typical job | $5,500 | $19,500 | = page totals | |
Split shares are derived from our tracked labor-share data and typical job cost structures; material quantities are calculated from the job dimensions. Estimates are for planning purposes only. Actual prices vary by project details — always confirm with on-site quotes from licensed contractors.
Bathroom Remodel prices across Illinois metros
Published prices are usually city-level — the state range above is aggregated from these metros.
Chicago
$6,700–$20,000 per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range)
Naperville
$6,500–$19,000 per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range)
Springfield
$5,500–$15,000 per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range)
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Frequently asked questions
How much does bathroom remodel cost in Illinois?
In Illinois, expect $5,500–$19,500 per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range). A standard 5×8 ft full bathroom, mid-range finish typically runs $5,500–$19,500, with most projects landing near $10,000.
Is bathroom remodel more expensive in Illinois than the national average?
No — Illinois runs about 9% below the national average ($10,000 vs $11,000 per full remodel (5×8 ft, mid-range)).
How much of the bathroom remodel price is labor vs materials?
Typically about 50% of the total goes to labor and 50% to materials. Labor share climbs on smaller or more complex jobs and in high-cost metros.
How can I pay less for bathroom remodel?
Get at least three itemized quotes — spreads of 20%+ between contractors are common. Schedule work in the off-season (late fall through winter for most exterior projects), bundle neighboring projects together, and keep finishes at mid-range: upgrades on visible surfaces give the best value per dollar.