Bathroom remodel cost in Eugene, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $5,200 – $25,800
- Per sq ft
- $111 – $554
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +11%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #30
- 1 = most expensive
A bathroom remodel in Eugene, OR usually costs $5,200 to $25,800 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 $40.82 an hour in the Eugene area, 33% above the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Eugene, 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 | $6,300 | $10,900 |
| Permits and fees | $390 | $630 |
| Total | $11,400 | $19,600 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Eugene, 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 | $200 | $510 | $810 | 3% |
| Total | $5,200 | $15,500 | $25,800 | 100% |
Where the Eugene price comes from
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, Eugene wages are 1.15 times the national level. Labor makes up about 55% of the midpoint estimate (53% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Eugene 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 101.6: $200 to $810.
What local crews earn in Eugene
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 Eugene the blend is 1.15.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 25% of the weighting: a median of $40.82 an hour, 33% above the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.25 and $46.22 an hour. About 210 work in the metro. That is 13.3 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 $29.08 an hour, 9% above the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $22.55 and $34.61 an hour.
Carpenters (47-2031), 20% of the weighting: a median of $30.09 an hour, 3% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.10 and $35.05 an hour. About 710 work in the metro. That is 45.0 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 $45.52 an hour, which is 50% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $36.61 and $51.00 an hour. BLS counts 750 of them working in the area, 47.6 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 $28.48 an hour, which is in line with the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $22.59 and $35.48 an hour. BLS counts 70 of them working in the area, 4.4 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 5.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141), 10% of the weighting: a median of $22.01 an hour, 7% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $21.22 and $25.27 an hour. About 310 work in the metro. That is 19.7 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 $760. That is a swing of roughly 4.9% to 2.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Eugene-Springfield has 157,710 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 150th 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% | $28.25 | $40.82 | $46.22 | $30.67 | 1.33 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $22.55 | $29.08 | $34.61 | $26.77 | 1.09 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $24.10 | $30.09 | $35.05 | $29.12 | 1.03 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $36.61 | $45.52 | $51.00 | $30.38 | 1.50 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $22.59 | $28.48 | $35.48 | $28.33 | 1.01 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $21.22 | $22.01 | $25.27 | $23.75 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.15 | |||||
Eugene: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Eugene. 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 $25,800
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 – $34,100 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $11,300 – $29,300 | $24,800 – $42,700 | $38,300 – $56,200 |
Why two Eugene quotes can differ
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.
Eugene against nearby metros and the rest of Oregon
Same job, same size (45 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Portland is the priciest of the group at $16,800. Medford is the cheapest at $14,700.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eugene, ORthis page | $5,200 – $25,800 | $15,500 | |
| Salem, OR65 miles | $5,150 – $25,600 | $15,400 | −1% |
| Bend, OR100 miles | $5,200 – $25,700 | $15,500 | level |
| Medford, OR105 miles | $4,950 – $24,500 | $14,700 | −5% |
| Portland, OR115 miles | $5,650 – $27,900 | $16,800 | +9% |
| Yakima, WA205 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 | −10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Eugene ranks #30 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Eugene 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% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $5,200 – $25,700 | $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 Eugene against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MS | 158,310 jobs | $4,200 – $20,900 | $12,600 | −19% |
| Brownsville, TX | 157,450 jobs | $3,950 – $19,500 | $11,700 | −24% |
| Youngstown, OH | 160,160 jobs | $4,300 – $21,400 | $12,900 | −17% |
| Hickory, NC | 154,090 jobs | $4,100 – $20,400 | $12,300 | −21% |
Related projects, priced for Eugene
Jobs that often go together with bathroom remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Eugene wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, shower pan comes out highest (+14%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (+6%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,100 – $3,150 | +14% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,800 – $33,700 | +7% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,550 – $15,100 | +8% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,850 – $16,100 | +7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $320 – $1,600 | +6% |
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Bathroom remodel in Eugene: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Eugene?
For 45 sq ft, expect $5,200 to $25,800 in the Eugene 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 Eugene?
About $111 to $554 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 Eugene or Salem?
Salem is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $15,400, which is 1% less than Eugene ($15,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Eugene?
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 Eugene?
$6,850 to $34,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Eugene?
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 Eugene area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Eugene expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Oregon?
Eugene 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 Eugene?
The BLS median is $40.82 an hour in the Eugene area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.25 to $46.22.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Eugene?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $5,200 to $13,400 and premium work $17,500 to $25,800. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Eugene
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.