Bathroom remodel cost in Panama City, FL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $4,200 – $20,700
- Per sq ft
- $88.50 – $443
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #256
- 1 = most expensive
A bathroom remodel in Panama City, FL usually costs $4,200 to $20,700 for 45 sq ft. That works out to about $88.50 to $443 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,550 less. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $22.98 an hour in the Panama City area, 25% below the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Panama City, FL, standard level
$9,150 to $15,800
About $195 to $337 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 49% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,300 | $7,400 |
| Labor | $4,500 | $7,750 |
| Permits and fees | $370 | $600 |
| Total | $9,150 | $15,800 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Panama City, FL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,950 | $5,850 | $9,750 | 47% |
| Labor | $2,050 | $6,100 | $10,200 | 49% |
| Permits and fees | $190 | $490 | $780 | 4% |
| Total | $4,200 | $12,400 | $20,700 | 100% |
Why Panama City prices look the way they do
Labor is 49% of the midpoint bill here, against 53% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (25%), tile and stone setters (25%), carpenters (20%), electricians (10%), drywall and ceiling tile installers (10%), painters, construction and maintenance (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Panama City the blended ratio comes out at 0.82.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Panama City is at 96.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $6,100 nationally becomes $5,850 here (midpoint, 45 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 97.3: $190 to $780.
Data note: 35% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Panama City. The wage table below marks each row.
What local crews earn in Panama City
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 6 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Panama City the blend is 0.82.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 25% of the weighting: a median of $22.98 an hour, 25% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $18.26 and $28.46 an hour. About 510 work in the metro. That is 56.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 25% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Panama City metro, so we used the Florida statewide median: $22.73 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $18.27 and $29.14 an hour.
Carpenters (47-2031), 20% of the weighting: a median of $23.87 an hour, 18% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.11 and $27.84 an hour. About 400 work in the metro. That is 44.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $25.43 an hour, which is 16% below the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $21.90 and $29.07 an hour. BLS counts 550 of them working in the area, 60.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Panama City metro, so we used the Florida statewide median: $23.54 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $18.87 and $26.31 an hour.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.03 an hour, 7% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $17.91 and $22.85 an hour. About 210 work in the metro. That is 23.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $330 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $290. That is a swing of roughly 2.3% to 2.7% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Panama City-Panama City Beach has 90,610 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 218th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 25% | $18.26 | $22.98 | $28.46 | $30.67 | 0.75 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $18.27 | $22.73 | $29.14 | $26.77 | 0.85 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $21.11 | $23.87 | $27.84 | $29.12 | 0.82 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $21.90 | $25.43 | $29.07 | $30.38 | 0.84 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $18.87 | $23.54 | $26.31 | $28.33 | 0.83 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $17.91 | $22.03 | $22.85 | $23.75 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.82 | |||||
Why two Panama City quotes can differ
Contractor fee
A general contractor charges $50-$150 an hour or 10-20% of the project cost.
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.
How Panama City compares
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Panama City. Dothan is the lowest at about $12,100 (midpoint, 45 sq ft), 70 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panama City, FLthis page | $4,200 – $20,700 | $12,400 | |
| Crestview, FL50 miles | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | +1% |
| Dothan, AL70 miles | $4,050 – $20,100 | $12,100 | −3% |
| Tallahassee, FL80 miles | $4,150 – $20,600 | $12,400 | −1% |
| Pensacola, FL95 miles | $4,150 – $20,500 | $12,300 | −1% |
| Daphne, AL130 miles | $4,200 – $20,800 | $12,500 | level |
| Florida (statewide) | $4,300 – $21,300 | $12,800 | +3% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | +12% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Panama City ranks #256 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Panama City is 3% below the Florida figure.
Elsewhere in Florida
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Miami, FL | 2,819,940 jobs | $4,550 – $22,400 | $13,500 | +8% |
| 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 | +3% |
| North Port, FL | 339,940 jobs | $4,300 – $21,300 | $12,800 | +3% |
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Panama City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $5,750 – $28,500 | $17,100 | +37% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | +1% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $5,550 – $27,600 | $16,600 | +33% |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $4,950 – $24,500 | $14,700 | +18% |
Related projects, priced for Panama City
Jobs that often go together with bathroom remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Panama City wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen remodel comes out highest (−7%) and shower pan lowest (−13%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $770 – $2,500 | −13% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,300 – $29,500 | −7% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,900 – $12,400 | −11% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,100 – $13,900 | −8% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −9% |
Cost by quality level and size in Panama City
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Panama City. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from half bath (20 sq ft) to primary bath (100 sq ft).
Basic
$4,200 to $10,800
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$9,150 to $15,800
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$14,100 to $20,700
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $1,950 – $5,050 | $4,250 – $7,350 | $6,550 – $9,650 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $3,750 – $9,650 | $8,150 – $14,100 | $12,600 – $18,500 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $5,500 – $14,200 | $12,100 – $20,800 | $18,600 – $27,400 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $9,050 – $23,500 | $19,900 – $34,300 | $30,700 – $45,100 |
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Bathroom remodel in Panama City: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Panama City?
For 45 sq ft, expect $4,200 to $20,700 in the Panama City area. A standard-spec job lands at $9,150 to $15,800. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Panama City?
About $88.50 to $443 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $190 to $780 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $100 to $500.
+Is bathroom remodel cheaper in Panama City or Crestview?
Crestview is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $12,600, which is 1% more than Panama City ($12,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Panama City?
About 49% at the midpoint, or $6,100 out of $12,400. Materials are 47% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Panama City?
$5,500 to $27,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Panama City?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $190 to $780 for fees in the Panama City area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Panama City expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Florida?
Panama City is 3% below 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 Panama City?
The BLS median is $22.98 an hour in the Panama City area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.26 to $28.46.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Panama City?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $4,200 to $10,800 and premium work $14,100 to $20,700. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Panama City
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.