Bathroom remodel cost in Redding, CA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $4,850 – $24,100
- Per sq ft
- $104 – $518
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +3%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #89
- 1 = most expensive
Redding homeowners pay roughly $4,850 to $24,100 to remodel a bathroom at 45 sq ft, or $104 to $518 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Redding is 3% higher. Building materials run about 5% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 105.2).
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Redding, CA, standard level
$10,600 to $18,300
About $228 to $394 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 52% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,700 | $8,100 |
| Labor | $5,550 | $9,600 |
| Permits and fees | $380 | $620 |
| Total | $10,600 | $18,300 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Redding, CA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $6,400 | $10,600 | 44% |
| Labor | $2,550 | $7,600 | $12,700 | 52% |
| Permits and fees | $200 | $500 | $810 | 3% |
| Total | $4,850 | $14,500 | $24,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Redding number
The wage side of the estimate leans on plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters, who do 25% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $29.47 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Redding is 1.02 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 52% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Redding metro is 105.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 45 sq ft comes to $6,400, compared with $6,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.7) and land at $200 to $810.
Bathroom remodel: what moves the price in Redding
Permit
A bathroom remodel permit is $200-$800, more if you move walls (HomeGuide).
Size
HomeGuide's average-size bathroom comes to $3,500-$25,000+; per square foot it's $100-$500.
Tile
New tile costs $10-$50 per square foot installed, and regrouting runs $7-$28 per square foot.
Is Redding cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (45 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Napa is the priciest of the group at $15,700. Chico is the cheapest at $14,300.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redding, CAthis page | $4,850 – $24,100 | $14,500 | |
| Chico, CA80 miles | $4,800 – $23,800 | $14,300 | −1% |
| Medford, OR120 miles | $4,950 – $24,500 | $14,700 | +1% |
| Reno, NV135 miles | $4,850 – $24,100 | $14,500 | level |
| Sacramento, CA145 miles | $5,050 – $25,100 | $15,100 | +4% |
| Napa, CA155 miles | $5,250 – $26,100 | $15,700 | +8% |
| California (statewide) | $5,200 – $25,900 | $15,600 | +7% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | −3% |
Across 300 US metros, Redding comes in at #89 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $18,400; the cheapest is Jonesboro, AR at $11,600 (midpoints, 45 sq ft). Statewide, Redding is 7% below the California figure.
Other California metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 6,271,560 jobs | $5,200 – $25,700 | $15,500 | +7% |
| San Francisco, CA | 2,373,920 jobs | $5,650 – $28,000 | $16,900 | +16% |
| Riverside, CA | 1,716,760 jobs | $4,850 – $24,100 | $14,500 | level |
| San Diego, CA | 1,538,060 jobs | $5,250 – $26,100 | $15,700 | +8% |
| San Jose, CA | 1,134,970 jobs | $5,750 – $28,500 | $17,100 | +18% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $5,050 – $25,100 | $15,100 | +4% |
Cities with a workforce like Redding's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Redding against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bozeman, MT | 72,210 jobs | $4,950 – $24,600 | $14,800 | +2% |
| Bismarck, ND | 71,270 jobs | $4,450 – $22,000 | $13,200 | −9% |
| Bangor, ME | 72,270 jobs | $4,750 – $23,500 | $14,100 | −2% |
| Lexington Park, MD | 70,650 jobs | $4,550 – $22,400 | $13,500 | −7% |
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 6 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Redding is 1.02 times the national level.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 25%) the local median is $29.47 an hour, which is 4% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.57 and $35.96 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 28.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is about average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 25%) the local median is $23.72 an hour, which is 11% below the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $23.13 and $29.77 an hour. BLS counts 40 of them working in the area, 5.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 20%) the local median is $34.50 an hour, which is 18% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $28.08 and $38.06 an hour. BLS counts 310 of them working in the area, 43.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $33.43 an hour, 10% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $27.78 and $43.93 an hour. About 320 work in the metro. That is 44.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $29.75 an hour, 5% above the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $25.37 and $34.36 an hour. About 100 work in the metro. That is 14.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 10%) the local median is $26.00 an hour, which is 9% above the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.53 and $31.45 an hour. BLS counts 130 of them working in the area, 18.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.96 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $390. At the 25th percentile ($24.57) it shrinks by about $300. The total moves by 2.7% or 2.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 71,550 jobs in the Redding area. That makes it the 257th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 25% | $24.57 | $29.47 | $35.96 | $30.67 | 0.96 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $23.13 | $23.72 | $29.77 | $26.77 | 0.89 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $28.08 | $34.50 | $38.06 | $29.12 | 1.18 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $27.78 | $33.43 | $43.93 | $30.38 | 1.10 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $25.37 | $29.75 | $34.36 | $28.33 | 1.05 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $22.53 | $26.00 | $31.45 | $23.75 | 1.09 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.02 | |||||
What nearby projects cost in Redding
Because every project leans on different trades, Redding's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen cabinets runs +10% and shower pan −3%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $880 – $2,750 | −3% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,600 – $33,300 | +6% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,600 – $15,400 | +10% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,850 – $16,100 | +7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $300 – $1,500 | level |
Redding: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Redding wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$4,850 to $12,600
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$10,600 to $18,300
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$16,400 to $24,100
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $2,250 – $5,850 | $4,950 – $8,500 | $7,600 – $11,200 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $4,350 – $11,200 | $9,500 – $16,400 | $14,700 – $21,500 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $6,400 – $16,600 | $14,100 – $24,200 | $21,700 – $31,900 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $10,600 – $27,400 | $23,200 – $40,000 | $35,800 – $52,600 |
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Bathroom remodel in Redding: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Redding?
For 45 sq ft, expect $4,850 to $24,100 in the Redding area. A standard-spec job lands at $10,600 to $18,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Redding?
About $104 to $518 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $200 to $810 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $100 to $500.
+Is bathroom remodel cheaper in Redding or Chico?
Chico is 80 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $14,300, which is 1% less than Redding ($14,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Redding?
About 52% at the midpoint, or $7,600 out of $14,500. Materials are 44% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Redding?
$6,400 to $31,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Redding?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $200 to $810 for fees in the Redding area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Redding expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of California?
Redding is 7% below the California statewide estimate ($15,600 at the midpoint). We cover 23 metros in California; see the state page to compare them.
+What do plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn in Redding?
The BLS median is $29.47 an hour in the Redding area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.57 to $35.96.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Redding?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $4,850 to $12,600 and premium work $16,400 to $24,100. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Redding
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Bathroom Remodel Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Cost to Renovate: Renovation Labor Report 2026: Where the Money Goes (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
Note on derived figures: Materials = 45% of the installed price, from Cost to Renovate's mid-range split for bathroom projects (50% labor, 45% materials, 5% permits and design). Their sample is their own guides, not a survey of contractors, so treat the split as approximate.