Bathroom remodel cost in Palm Bay, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $4,300 – $21,400
- Per sq ft
- $91.50 – $458
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #194
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to remodel a bathroom in Palm Bay, plan on $4,300 to $21,400 for 45 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $91.50 to $458 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 8% lower than the national one. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $28.74 an hour in the Palm Bay area, 6% below the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Palm Bay, FL, standard level
$9,450 to $16,300
About $202 to $348 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,300 | $7,400 |
| Labor | $4,800 | $8,250 |
| Permits and fees | $380 | $620 |
| Total | $9,450 | $16,300 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Palm Bay, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,950 | $5,850 | $9,750 | 45% |
| Labor | $2,200 | $6,550 | $10,900 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $200 | $500 | $800 | 4% |
| Total | $4,300 | $12,900 | $21,400 | 100% |
What is behind the Palm Bay number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 6 trades: plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters at 25%, tile and stone setters at 25%, carpenters at 20%, electricians at 10%, drywall and ceiling tile installers at 10%, painters, construction and maintenance at 10%. Weighted together, Palm Bay wages are 0.88 times the national level. Labor makes up about 51% of the midpoint estimate (53% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Palm Bay metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 45 sq ft comes to $5,850, compared with $6,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.0) and land at $200 to $800.
Palm Bay labor market for bathroom remodel
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 Palm Bay is 0.88 times the national level.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 25%) the local median is $28.74 an hour, which is 6% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.97 and $30.43 an hour. BLS counts 940 of them working in the area, 38.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 25%) the local median is $22.75 an hour, which is 15% below the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $21.74 and $29.13 an hour. BLS counts 140 of them working in the area, 5.7 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 $22.97 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.09 and $27.83 an hour. BLS counts 680 of them working in the area, 27.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.10 an hour, 8% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.54 and $29.95 an hour. About 1,220 work in the metro. That is 49.8 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 $23.47 an hour, 17% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $22.24 and $28.72 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 3.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.61 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $21.35 and $27.43 an hour. BLS counts 460 of them working in the area, 18.8 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 ($30.43 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $100. At the 25th percentile ($22.97) it shrinks by about $350. The total moves by 0.8% or 2.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 245,170 jobs in the Palm Bay-Melbourne-Titusville area. That makes it the 104th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.16% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 25% | $22.97 | $28.74 | $30.43 | $30.67 | 0.94 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $21.74 | $22.75 | $29.13 | $26.77 | 0.85 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $19.09 | $22.97 | $27.83 | $29.12 | 0.79 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.54 | $28.10 | $29.95 | $30.38 | 0.92 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $22.24 | $23.47 | $28.72 | $28.33 | 0.83 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $21.35 | $23.61 | $27.43 | $23.75 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.88 | |||||
Why two Palm Bay quotes can differ
Tile
New tile costs $10-$50 per square foot installed, and regrouting runs $7-$28 per square foot.
Moving plumbing
Keeping the toilet, tub and vanity in place keeps plumbing costs down. Moving them does not.
Contractor fee
A general contractor charges $50-$150 an hour or 10-20% of the project cost.
Palm Bay: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Palm Bay 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
$4,300 to $11,200
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$9,450 to $16,300
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$14,600 to $21,400
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $2,050 – $5,200 | $4,400 – $7,600 | $6,800 – $9,950 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $3,850 – $9,950 | $8,450 – $14,600 | $13,000 – $19,100 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $5,700 – $14,700 | $12,500 – $21,500 | $19,300 – $28,300 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $9,350 – $24,300 | $20,500 – $35,500 | $31,700 – $46,600 |
Palm Bay against nearby metros and the rest of Florida
Of the five closest metros, all are cheaper than Palm Bay. Deltona is the lowest at about $12,400 (midpoint, 45 sq ft), 70 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Bay, FLthis page | $4,300 – $21,400 | $12,900 | |
| Orlando, FL40 miles | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −2% |
| Sebastian, FL40 miles | $4,250 – $21,100 | $12,700 | −2% |
| Lakeland, FL65 miles | $4,150 – $20,600 | $12,400 | −4% |
| Deltona, FL70 miles | $4,150 – $20,600 | $12,400 | −4% |
| Port St. Lucie, FL75 miles | $4,250 – $21,100 | $12,700 | −2% |
| Florida (statewide) | $4,300 – $21,300 | $12,800 | level |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | +9% |
Across 300 US metros, Palm Bay comes in at #194 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $18,400; the cheapest is Jonesboro, AR at $11,600 (midpoints, 45 sq ft). Statewide, Palm Bay is 0% above the Florida figure.
Other Florida metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $4,550 – $22,400 | $13,500 | +5% |
| Tampa, FL | 1,447,120 jobs | $4,250 – $21,100 | $12,700 | −2% |
| Orlando, FL | 1,411,730 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −2% |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $4,300 – $21,400 | $12,800 | level |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $4,300 – $21,300 | $12,800 | level |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Palm Bay's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Palm Bay against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $4,800 – $23,700 | $14,200 | +11% |
| Trenton, NJ | 240,190 jobs | $5,100 – $25,300 | $15,200 | +18% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $4,800 – $23,900 | $14,300 | +11% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $4,350 – $21,600 | $13,000 | +1% |
Planning more than one job in Palm Bay?
Because every project leans on different trades, Palm Bay's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen remodel runs −6% and kitchen cabinets −10%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $840 – $2,600 | −7% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,700 | −6% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,950 – $12,400 | −10% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,050 – $13,700 | −9% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
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Bathroom remodel in Palm Bay: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Palm Bay?
For 45 sq ft, expect $4,300 to $21,400 in the Palm Bay area. A standard-spec job lands at $9,450 to $16,300. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Palm Bay?
About $91.50 to $458 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $200 to $800 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $100 to $500.
+Is bathroom remodel cheaper in Palm Bay or Orlando?
Orlando is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $12,600, which is 2% less than Palm Bay ($12,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Palm Bay?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $6,550 out of $12,900. Materials are 45% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Palm Bay?
$5,700 to $28,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Palm Bay?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $200 to $800 for fees in the Palm Bay area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Palm Bay expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Florida?
Palm Bay is 0% above the Florida statewide estimate ($12,800 at the midpoint). We cover 19 metros in Florida; see the state page to compare them.
+What do plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn in Palm Bay?
The BLS median is $28.74 an hour in the Palm Bay area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.97 to $30.43.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Palm Bay?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $4,300 to $11,200 and premium work $14,600 to $21,400. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Palm Bay
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.