Bathroom remodel cost in Medford, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $4,950 – $24,500
- Per sq ft
- $105 – $525
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +5%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #75
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a bathroom remodel in the Medford area: $4,950 to $24,500 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 5% higher than the US figure. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $37.71 an hour in the Medford area, 23% above the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Medford, OR, standard level
$10,800 to $18,600
About $231 to $399 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,700 | $8,100 |
| Labor | $5,700 | $9,850 |
| Permits and fees | $390 | $630 |
| Total | $10,800 | $18,600 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Medford, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $6,400 | $10,700 | 44% |
| Labor | $2,600 | $7,800 | $13,000 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $200 | $510 | $810 | 3% |
| Total | $4,950 | $14,700 | $24,500 | 100% |
What is behind the Medford 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 Medford the blended ratio comes out at 1.05.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Medford 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 101.4: $200 to $810.
Who does the work: Medford 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 Medford the blend is 1.05.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 25% of the weighting: a median of $37.71 an hour, 23% above the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.53 and $44.88 an hour. About 200 work in the metro. That is 22.5 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 $24.25 an hour, 9% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $21.03 and $35.07 an hour. About 50 work in the metro. That is 5.6 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 $27.85 an hour, 4% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.01 and $35.12 an hour. About 910 work in the metro. That is 102.2 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 $44.43 an hour, which is 46% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $34.62 and $51.02 an hour. BLS counts 500 of them working in the area, 56.1 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 $24.25 an hour, which is 14% below the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $23.20 and $37.67 an hour. BLS counts 80 of them working in the area, 9.0 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 $22.00 an hour, 7% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $21.75 and $28.12 an hour. About 220 work in the metro. That is 24.7 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 $430 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $560. That is a swing of roughly 3.8% to 3.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Medford has 89,060 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 220th 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% | $28.53 | $37.71 | $44.88 | $30.67 | 1.23 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $21.03 | $24.25 | $35.07 | $26.77 | 0.91 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $24.01 | $27.85 | $35.12 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $34.62 | $44.43 | $51.02 | $30.38 | 1.46 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.20 | $24.25 | $37.67 | $28.33 | 0.86 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $21.75 | $22.00 | $28.12 | $23.75 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
Is Medford cheap or dear? The local comparison
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 45 sq ft range from $14,300 to $15,500 across Medford and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, ORthis page | $4,950 – $24,500 | $14,700 | |
| Eugene, OR105 miles | $5,200 – $25,800 | $15,500 | +5% |
| Redding, CA120 miles | $4,850 – $24,100 | $14,500 | −1% |
| Bend, OR150 miles | $5,200 – $25,700 | $15,500 | +5% |
| Salem, OR175 miles | $5,150 – $25,600 | $15,400 | +4% |
| Chico, CA200 miles | $4,800 – $23,800 | $14,300 | −3% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $5,400 – $26,800 | $16,100 | +9% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | −5% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Medford ranks #75 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Medford is 9% 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 | +14% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $5,150 – $25,600 | $15,400 | +4% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $5,200 – $25,800 | $15,500 | +5% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $5,200 – $25,700 | $15,500 | +5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Medford against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −14% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $4,150 – $20,600 | $12,400 | −16% |
| Panama City, FL | 90,610 jobs | $4,200 – $20,700 | $12,400 | −15% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $5,000 – $24,900 | $14,900 | +2% |
Cost by quality level and size in Medford
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Medford. 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
$4,950 to $12,700
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$10,800 to $18,600
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$16,600 to $24,500
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $2,300 – $5,900 | $5,000 – $8,600 | $7,700 – $11,300 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $4,400 – $11,400 | $9,650 – $16,600 | $14,900 – $21,800 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $6,500 – $16,800 | $14,300 – $24,600 | $22,000 – $32,300 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $10,700 – $27,800 | $23,500 – $40,600 | $36,300 – $53,400 |
Planning more than one job in Medford?
Jobs that often go together with bathroom remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Medford wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, window replacement comes out highest (+7%) and kitchen backsplash lowest (−1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $990 – $2,950 | +6% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,500 – $33,100 | +5% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,450 – $14,500 | +4% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,800 – $16,000 | +7% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,500 | −1% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Medford bid
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.
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Bathroom remodel in Medford: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Medford?
For 45 sq ft, expect $4,950 to $24,500 in the Medford area. A standard-spec job lands at $10,800 to $18,600. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Medford?
About $105 to $525 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 Medford or Eugene?
Eugene is 105 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $15,500, which is 5% more than Medford ($14,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Medford?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $7,800 out of $14,700. Materials are 44% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Medford?
$6,500 to $32,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Medford?
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 Medford area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Medford expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Oregon?
Medford is 9% 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 Medford?
The BLS median is $37.71 an hour in the Medford area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.53 to $44.88.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Medford?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $4,950 to $12,700 and premium work $16,600 to $24,500. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Medford
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.