Bathroom remodel cost in Nashville, TN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $4,350 – $21,600
- Per sq ft
- $92.50 – $463
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #180
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a bathroom remodel in the Nashville area: $4,350 to $21,600 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 7% lower than the US figure. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $28.90 an hour in the Nashville area, 6% below the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Nashville, TN, standard level
$9,550 to $16,400
About $204 to $352 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,300 | $7,400 |
| Labor | $4,900 | $8,450 |
| Permits and fees | $370 | $600 |
| Total | $9,550 | $16,400 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Nashville, TN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,950 | $5,850 | $9,750 | 45% |
| Labor | $2,200 | $6,650 | $11,100 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $190 | $480 | $770 | 4% |
| Total | $4,350 | $13,000 | $21,600 | 100% |
What is behind the Nashville number
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, Nashville wages are 0.90 times the national level. Labor makes up about 51% of the midpoint estimate (53% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Nashville 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 96.3: $190 to $770.
Planning more than one job in Nashville?
Jobs that often go together with bathroom remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Nashville 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 | $830 – $2,600 | −9% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,600 – $30,000 | −5% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,050 – $13,200 | −5% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,350 – $14,400 | −4% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $270 – $1,350 | −10% |
Who does the work: Nashville 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 Nashville the blend is 0.90.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 25% of the weighting: a median of $28.90 an hour, 6% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.57 and $36.10 an hour. About 2,760 work in the metro. That is 25.1 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 $21.60 an hour, 19% below the US median of $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $17.64 and $26.98 an hour. About 140 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 $26.81 an hour, 8% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.80 and $29.35 an hour. About 3,040 work in the metro. That is 27.7 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 $30.45 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $25.10 and $37.95 an hour. BLS counts 6,220 of them working in the area, 56.6 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 $24.34 an hour, which is 14% below the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $20.71 and $26.45 an hour. BLS counts 500 of them working in the area, 4.5 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 $21.31 an hour, 10% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $18.85 and $24.78 an hour. About 880 work in the metro. That is 8.0 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 $440 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $320. That is a swing of roughly 2.5% to 3.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin has 1,099,300 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 33rd 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% | $23.57 | $28.90 | $36.10 | $30.67 | 0.94 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $17.64 | $21.60 | $26.98 | $26.77 | 0.81 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $23.80 | $26.81 | $29.35 | $29.12 | 0.92 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $25.10 | $30.45 | $37.95 | $30.38 | 1.00 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $20.71 | $24.34 | $26.45 | $28.33 | 0.86 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $18.85 | $21.31 | $24.78 | $23.75 | 0.90 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.90 | |||||
Is Nashville 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 $12,500 to $13,000 across Nashville and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TNthis page | $4,350 – $21,600 | $13,000 | |
| Clarksville, TN65 miles | $4,200 – $20,800 | $12,500 | −4% |
| Bowling Green, KY70 miles | $4,350 – $21,500 | $12,900 | −1% |
| Huntsville, AL90 miles | $4,250 – $21,100 | $12,700 | −2% |
| Chattanooga, TN105 miles | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −3% |
| Decatur, AL115 miles | $4,300 – $21,300 | $12,800 | −2% |
| Tennessee (statewide) | $4,250 – $21,100 | $12,700 | −2% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | +8% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Nashville ranks #180 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Nashville is 2% above the Tennessee figure.
Elsewhere in Tennessee
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 jobs | $4,300 – $21,200 | $12,800 | −2% |
| Knoxville, TN | 424,600 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −3% |
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −3% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $4,200 – $20,800 | $12,500 | −4% |
| Clarksville, TN | 103,220 jobs | $4,200 – $20,800 | $12,500 | −4% |
| Jackson, TN | 84,530 jobs | $4,150 – $20,600 | $12,400 | −5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Nashville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $4,450 – $22,100 | $13,300 | +2% |
| Kansas City, MO | 1,096,110 jobs | $4,700 – $23,400 | $14,100 | +8% |
| Indianapolis, IN | 1,105,170 jobs | $4,700 – $23,400 | $14,000 | +8% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $5,050 – $25,100 | $15,100 | +16% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: bathroom remodel pricing in Nashville
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Nashville. 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
$4,350 to $11,300
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$9,550 to $16,400
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$14,700 to $21,600
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $2,050 – $5,250 | $4,450 – $7,650 | $6,850 – $10,000 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $3,900 – $10,100 | $8,500 – $14,700 | $13,100 – $19,300 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $5,750 – $14,900 | $12,600 – $21,700 | $19,400 – $28,600 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $9,450 – $24,500 | $20,800 – $35,800 | $32,000 – $47,100 |
Why two Nashville quotes can differ
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.
Moving plumbing
Keeping the toilet, tub and vanity in place keeps plumbing costs down. Moving them does not.
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Bathroom remodel in Nashville: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Nashville?
For 45 sq ft, expect $4,350 to $21,600 in the Nashville area. A standard-spec job lands at $9,550 to $16,400. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Nashville?
About $92.50 to $463 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $190 to $770 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $100 to $500.
+Is bathroom remodel cheaper in Nashville or Clarksville?
Clarksville is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $12,500, which is 4% less than Nashville ($13,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Nashville?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $6,650 out of $13,000. Materials are 45% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Nashville?
$5,750 to $28,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Nashville?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $190 to $770 for fees in the Nashville area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Nashville expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Tennessee?
Nashville is 2% above the Tennessee statewide estimate ($12,700 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Tennessee; see the state page to compare them.
+What do plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn in Nashville?
The BLS median is $28.90 an hour in the Nashville area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.57 to $36.10.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Nashville?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $4,350 to $11,300 and premium work $14,700 to $21,600. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Nashville
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.