Bathroom remodel cost in Bend, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $5,200 – $25,700
- Per sq ft
- $111 – $554
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +10%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #31
- 1 = most expensive
A bathroom remodel in Bend, OR usually costs $5,200 to $25,700 for 45 sq ft. That works out to about $111 to $554 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,450 more. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $44.39 an hour in the Bend area, 45% above the US median of $30.67.
Estimate your bathroom remodel cost
Pick a size, a quality level and where you live. Prices update as you type.
Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Bend, OR, standard level
$11,400 to $19,600
About $244 to $421 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 55% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,700 | $8,100 |
| Labor | $6,250 | $10,800 |
| Permits and fees | $390 | $640 |
| Total | $11,400 | $19,600 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Bend, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $6,400 | $10,700 | 41% |
| Labor | $2,850 | $8,550 | $14,300 | 55% |
| Permits and fees | $210 | $520 | $830 | 3% |
| Total | $5,200 | $15,500 | $25,700 | 100% |
Why Bend prices look the way they do
Labor is 55% 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 Bend the blended ratio comes out at 1.15.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Bend is at 105.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $6,100 nationally becomes $6,400 here (midpoint, 45 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 103.6: $210 to $830.
How Bend compares
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Bend. Medford is the lowest at about $14,700 (midpoint, 45 sq ft), 150 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bend, ORthis page | $5,200 – $25,700 | $15,500 | |
| Eugene, OR100 miles | $5,200 – $25,800 | $15,500 | level |
| Salem, OR110 miles | $5,150 – $25,600 | $15,400 | −1% |
| Portland, OR125 miles | $5,650 – $27,900 | $16,800 | +9% |
| Medford, OR150 miles | $4,950 – $24,500 | $14,700 | −5% |
| Yakima, WA160 miles | $5,100 – $25,200 | $15,100 | −2% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $5,400 – $26,800 | $16,100 | +4% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | −9% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Bend ranks #31 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Bend is 4% below the Oregon figure.
Elsewhere in Oregon
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $5,650 – $27,900 | $16,800 | +9% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $5,150 – $25,600 | $15,400 | −1% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $5,200 – $25,800 | $15,500 | level |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $4,950 – $24,500 | $14,700 | −5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bend against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $4,250 – $21,100 | $12,700 | −18% |
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $4,500 – $22,400 | $13,500 | −13% |
| Laredo, TX | 109,370 jobs | $3,950 – $19,600 | $11,700 | −24% |
| Hagerstown, MD | 107,170 jobs | $4,350 – $21,500 | $12,900 | −17% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Bend bid
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.
Permit
A bathroom remodel permit is $200-$800, more if you move walls (HomeGuide).
Pick a size, pick a tier: bathroom remodel pricing in Bend
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Bend. 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
$5,200 to $13,400
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$11,400 to $19,600
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$17,500 to $25,700
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $2,400 – $6,200 | $5,250 – $9,050 | $8,100 – $11,900 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $4,650 – $12,000 | $10,100 – $17,500 | $15,600 – $23,000 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $6,850 – $17,700 | $15,000 – $25,900 | $23,200 – $34,000 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $11,300 – $29,200 | $24,800 – $42,700 | $38,200 – $56,200 |
What local crews earn in Bend
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 Bend the blend is 1.15.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 25% of the weighting: a median of $44.39 an hour, 45% above the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $29.79 and $47.62 an hour. About 240 work in the metro. That is 22.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044), 25% of the weighting: a median of $23.84 an hour, 11% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $22.19 and $32.58 an hour. About 60 work in the metro. That is 5.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 2.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Carpenters (47-2031), 20% of the weighting: a median of $29.64 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.71 and $35.99 an hour. About 1,180 work in the metro. That is 109.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For electricians (47-2111, weighted 10%) the local median is $47.69 an hour, which is 57% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $35.93 and $54.25 an hour. BLS counts 610 of them working in the area, 56.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $30.76 an hour, which is 9% above the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $24.15 and $38.46 an hour. BLS counts 100 of them working in the area, 9.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.30 an hour, in line with the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.41 and $27.91 an hour. About 420 work in the metro. That is 38.8 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 $200 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $880. That is a swing of roughly 5.7% to 1.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Bend has 108,240 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 193rd 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% | $29.79 | $44.39 | $47.62 | $30.67 | 1.45 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $22.19 | $23.84 | $32.58 | $26.77 | 0.89 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $23.71 | $29.64 | $35.99 | $29.12 | 1.02 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $35.93 | $47.69 | $54.25 | $30.38 | 1.57 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $24.15 | $30.76 | $38.46 | $28.33 | 1.09 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $22.41 | $23.30 | $27.91 | $23.75 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.15 | |||||
What nearby projects cost in Bend
Jobs that often go together with bathroom remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Bend wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, shower pan comes out highest (+12%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,100 | +12% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,900 – $33,800 | +7% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,550 – $15,200 | +8% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,750 – $15,800 | +5% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,500 | −1% |
Get 3 local quotes
Tell us about the job and we will try to connect you with up to three local contractors for written quotes. It is free and you are under no obligation to hire. Your estimate of $11,400 to $19,600 for Bend, OR is attached.
A detailed PDF report of this estimate, $9
Multi-page report for Bend, OR: low, typical and high cost, a line-item breakdown of materials and labor by trade, permit notes, the best months to schedule, a quote comparison sheet, red flags, questions for contractors, checklists and every source. Save your estimate above, preview page 1 free, and unlock the full report for $9 one-time, or get every report with CostLocal Pro.
Bathroom remodel in Bend: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Bend?
For 45 sq ft, expect $5,200 to $25,700 in the Bend area. A standard-spec job lands at $11,400 to $19,600. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Bend?
About $111 to $554 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $210 to $830 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $100 to $500.
+Is bathroom remodel cheaper in Bend or Eugene?
Eugene is 100 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $15,500, which is 0% more than Bend ($15,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bend?
About 55% at the midpoint, or $8,550 out of $15,500. Materials are 41% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Bend?
$6,850 to $34,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Bend?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $210 to $830 for fees in the Bend area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bend expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Oregon?
Bend is 4% below the Oregon statewide estimate ($16,100 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn in Bend?
The BLS median is $44.39 an hour in the Bend area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $29.79 to $47.62.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Bend?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $5,200 to $13,400 and premium work $17,500 to $25,700. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Bend
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.