Bathroom remodel cost in Dayton, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $4,400 – $21,900
- Per sq ft
- $94 – $470
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #166
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a bathroom remodel in the Dayton area: $4,400 to $21,900 for 45 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 6% lower than the US figure. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $30.26 an hour in the Dayton area, 1% below the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Dayton, OH, standard level
$9,650 to $16,700
About $207 to $358 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,150 | $7,200 |
| Labor | $5,150 | $8,900 |
| Permits and fees | $350 | $570 |
| Total | $9,650 | $16,700 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Dayton, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,900 | $5,700 | $9,500 | 43% |
| Labor | $2,350 | $7,000 | $11,700 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $190 | $460 | $740 | 4% |
| Total | $4,400 | $13,200 | $21,900 | 100% |
What is behind the Dayton number
Labor is 53% 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 Dayton the blended ratio comes out at 0.94.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Dayton is at 93.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $6,100 nationally becomes $5,700 here (midpoint, 45 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 92.7: $190 to $740.
Who does the work: Dayton trade wages
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 Dayton the blend is 0.94.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 25% of the weighting: a median of $30.26 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.34 and $39.16 an hour. About 1,130 work in the metro. That is 30.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044), 25% of the weighting: a median of $22.21 an hour, 17% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $21.31 and $28.25 an hour. About 50 work in the metro. That is 1.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 2.3 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Carpenters (47-2031), 20% of the weighting: a median of $28.04 an hour, 4% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.03 and $31.60 an hour. About 950 work in the metro. That is 25.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $29.75 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.38 and $37.96 an hour. BLS counts 1,920 of them working in the area, 51.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is about average.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $29.53 an hour, which is 4% above the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $23.18 and $34.00 an hour. BLS counts 200 of them working in the area, 5.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is about average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.75 an hour, 4% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $19.00 and $28.00 an hour. About 300 work in the metro. That is 8.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 14.5 nationally, so expect fewer 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 $540 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $360. That is a swing of roughly 2.7% to 4.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Dayton-Kettering-Beavercreek has 372,660 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 70th 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% | $24.34 | $30.26 | $39.16 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $21.31 | $22.21 | $28.25 | $26.77 | 0.83 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $23.03 | $28.04 | $31.60 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $23.38 | $29.75 | $37.96 | $30.38 | 0.98 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.18 | $29.53 | $34.00 | $28.33 | 1.04 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $19.00 | $22.75 | $28.00 | $23.75 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Dayton
Jobs that often go together with bathroom remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Dayton wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (−4%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $850 – $2,600 | −8% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,400 – $29,600 | −6% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,000 – $13,300 | −5% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Bathroom remodel: what moves the price in Dayton
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.
Pick a size, pick a tier: bathroom remodel pricing in Dayton
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Dayton. 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
$4,400 to $11,400
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$9,650 to $16,700
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$14,900 to $21,900
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $2,050 – $5,300 | $4,500 – $7,750 | $6,900 – $10,200 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $3,950 – $10,200 | $8,650 – $14,900 | $13,300 – $19,600 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $5,850 – $15,100 | $12,800 – $22,000 | $19,700 – $29,000 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $9,600 – $24,900 | $21,100 – $36,300 | $32,500 – $47,800 |
How Dayton compares
Same job, same size (45 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Indianapolis is the priciest of the group at $14,000. Lexington is the cheapest at $13,000.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dayton, OHthis page | $4,400 – $21,900 | $13,200 | |
| Cincinnati, OH55 miles | $4,450 – $22,100 | $13,300 | +1% |
| Columbus, OH70 miles | $4,550 – $22,600 | $13,600 | +3% |
| Fort Wayne, IN100 miles | $4,600 – $22,900 | $13,700 | +4% |
| Indianapolis, IN105 miles | $4,700 – $23,400 | $14,000 | +7% |
| Lexington, KY120 miles | $4,350 – $21,600 | $13,000 | −1% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $4,450 – $22,100 | $13,300 | +1% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | +6% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Dayton ranks #166 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Dayton is 1% below the Ohio figure.
Elsewhere in Ohio
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $4,550 – $22,600 | $13,600 | +3% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $4,450 – $22,100 | $13,300 | +1% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $4,550 – $22,500 | $13,500 | +3% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $4,600 – $22,700 | $13,700 | +4% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $4,550 – $22,500 | $13,500 | +3% |
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $4,350 – $21,700 | $13,000 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Dayton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | +6% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $4,300 – $21,300 | $12,800 | −3% |
| Tucson, AZ | 389,630 jobs | $4,350 – $21,500 | $12,900 | −2% |
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $3,950 – $19,600 | $11,800 | −11% |
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Bathroom remodel in Dayton: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Dayton?
For 45 sq ft, expect $4,400 to $21,900 in the Dayton area. A standard-spec job lands at $9,650 to $16,700. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Dayton?
About $94 to $470 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $190 to $740 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $100 to $500.
+Is bathroom remodel cheaper in Dayton or Cincinnati?
Cincinnati is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $13,300, which is 1% more than Dayton ($13,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Dayton?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $7,000 out of $13,200. Materials are 43% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Dayton?
$5,850 to $29,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Dayton?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $190 to $740 for fees in the Dayton area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Dayton expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Ohio?
Dayton is 1% below the Ohio statewide estimate ($13,300 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn in Dayton?
The BLS median is $30.26 an hour in the Dayton area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.34 to $39.16.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Dayton?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $4,400 to $11,400 and premium work $14,900 to $21,900. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Dayton
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.