Bathroom remodel cost in Provo, UT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $4,400 – $21,700
- Per sq ft
- $93 – $465
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #175
- 1 = most expensive
Provo homeowners pay roughly $4,400 to $21,700 to remodel a bathroom at 45 sq ft, or $93 to $465 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Provo is 7% lower. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $27.47 an hour in the Provo area, 10% below the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Provo, UT, standard level
$9,600 to $16,500
About $205 to $354 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,300 | $7,400 |
| Labor | $4,900 | $8,500 |
| Permits and fees | $370 | $610 |
| Total | $9,600 | $16,500 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Provo, UT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,950 | $5,850 | $9,750 | 45% |
| Labor | $2,250 | $6,700 | $11,200 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $200 | $490 | $790 | 4% |
| Total | $4,400 | $13,100 | $21,700 | 100% |
What is behind the Provo number
The wage side of the estimate leans on plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters, who do 25% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $27.47 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Provo is 0.90 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 51% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Provo metro is 96.4 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 45 sq ft comes to $5,850, compared with $6,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (98.2) and land at $200 to $790.
Bathroom remodel: what moves the price in Provo
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.
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 6 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Provo is 0.90 times the national level.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 25%) the local median is $27.47 an hour, which is 10% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.59 and $33.52 an hour. BLS counts 1,450 of them working in the area, 47.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 25%) the local median is $26.17 an hour, which is in line with the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $21.40 and $28.73 an hour. BLS counts 210 of them working in the area, 6.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 20%) the local median is $25.59 an hour, which is 12% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.92 and $29.39 an hour. BLS counts 3,080 of them working in the area, 101.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $29.26 an hour, 4% below the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $22.89 and $37.29 an hour. About 2,080 work in the metro. That is 68.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.92 an hour, 16% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $20.64 and $28.36 an hour. About 590 work in the metro. That is 19.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 10%) the local median is $18.71 an hour, which is 21% below the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $17.62 and $23.28 an hour. BLS counts 640 of them working in the area, 21.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($33.52 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $370. At the 25th percentile ($22.59) it shrinks by about $300. The total moves by 2.8% or 2.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 304,660 jobs in the Provo-Orem-Lehi area. That makes it the 84th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.20% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 25% | $22.59 | $27.47 | $33.52 | $30.67 | 0.90 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $21.40 | $26.17 | $28.73 | $26.77 | 0.98 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $21.92 | $25.59 | $29.39 | $29.12 | 0.88 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $22.89 | $29.26 | $37.29 | $30.38 | 0.96 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $20.64 | $23.92 | $28.36 | $28.33 | 0.84 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $17.62 | $18.71 | $23.28 | $23.75 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.90 | |||||
What nearby projects cost in Provo
Because every project leans on different trades, Provo's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, kitchen backsplash runs −3% and kitchen cabinets −7%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $880 – $2,650 | −5% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $17,600 – $30,000 | −5% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,000 – $13,000 | −7% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,250 – $14,300 | −5% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $290 – $1,450 | −3% |
Provo against nearby metros and the rest of Utah
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 $12,600 to $13,600 across Provo and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Provo, UTthis page | $4,400 – $21,700 | $13,100 | |
| Salt Lake City, UT60 miles | $4,550 – $22,500 | $13,500 | +4% |
| Ogden, UT90 miles | $4,400 – $21,900 | $13,100 | +1% |
| Logan, UT145 miles | $4,350 – $21,400 | $12,900 | −1% |
| St. George, UT190 miles | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −3% |
| Grand Junction, CO215 miles | $4,600 – $22,700 | $13,600 | +4% |
| Utah (statewide) | $4,400 – $21,900 | $13,100 | +1% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | +7% |
Across 300 US metros, Provo comes in at #175 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $18,400; the cheapest is Jonesboro, AR at $11,600 (midpoints, 45 sq ft). Statewide, Provo is 1% below the Utah figure.
Other Utah metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | 826,210 jobs | $4,550 – $22,500 | $13,500 | +4% |
| Ogden, UT | 271,370 jobs | $4,400 – $21,900 | $13,100 | +1% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −3% |
| Logan, UT | 66,800 jobs | $4,350 – $21,400 | $12,900 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Provo's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Provo against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cape Coral, FL | 304,790 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −4% |
| Syracuse, NY | 300,130 jobs | $4,800 – $23,900 | $14,300 | +10% |
| Wichita, KS | 308,570 jobs | $4,300 – $21,400 | $12,900 | −2% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $3,950 – $19,700 | $11,800 | −9% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: bathroom remodel pricing in Provo
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Provo wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$4,400 to $11,300
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$9,600 to $16,500
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$14,800 to $21,700
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $2,050 – $5,250 | $4,450 – $7,700 | $6,900 – $10,100 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $3,900 – $10,100 | $8,550 – $14,800 | $13,200 – $19,400 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $5,800 – $15,000 | $12,700 – $21,800 | $19,500 – $28,700 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $9,500 – $24,600 | $20,900 – $36,000 | $32,200 – $47,300 |
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Bathroom remodel in Provo: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Provo?
For 45 sq ft, expect $4,400 to $21,700 in the Provo area. A standard-spec job lands at $9,600 to $16,500. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Provo?
About $93 to $465 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $200 to $790 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $100 to $500.
+Is bathroom remodel cheaper in Provo or Salt Lake City?
Salt Lake City is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $13,500, which is 4% more than Provo ($13,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Provo?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $6,700 out of $13,100. Materials are 45% and permits 4%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Provo?
$5,800 to $28,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Provo?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $200 to $790 for fees in the Provo area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Provo expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Utah?
Provo is 1% below the Utah statewide estimate ($13,100 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Utah; see the state page to compare them.
+What do plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn in Provo?
The BLS median is $27.47 an hour in the Provo area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.59 to $33.52.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Provo?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $4,400 to $11,300 and premium work $14,800 to $21,700. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Provo
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.