Bathroom remodel cost in Yakima, WA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (45 sq ft)
- $5,100 – $25,200
- Per sq ft
- $109 – $543
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +8%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #41
- 1 = most expensive
A bathroom remodel in Yakima, WA usually costs $5,100 to $25,200 for 45 sq ft. That works out to about $109 to $543 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $1,150 more. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $29.28 an hour in the Yakima area, 5% below the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Yakima, WA, standard level
$11,100 to $19,200
About $239 to $413 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 55% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,700 | $8,100 |
| Labor | $6,100 | $10,500 |
| Permits and fees | $360 | $590 |
| Total | $11,100 | $19,200 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Yakima, WA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $6,400 | $10,600 | 42% |
| Labor | $2,750 | $8,300 | $13,800 | 55% |
| Permits and fees | $190 | $480 | $760 | 3% |
| Total | $5,100 | $15,100 | $25,200 | 100% |
Where the Yakima price comes from
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 Yakima the blended ratio comes out at 1.12.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Yakima is at 105.0 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 95.5: $190 to $760.
Data note: 25% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Yakima. The wage table below marks each row.
Specs and site conditions that change a Yakima bid
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.
Cost by quality level and size in Yakima
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Yakima. 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
$5,100 to $13,100
Cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring
Standard
$11,100 to $19,200
Full remodel with new tub or shower and tile
Premium
$17,200 to $25,200
Primary bath, custom tile, layout change
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| half bath (20 sq ft) | $2,350 – $6,050 | $5,150 – $8,850 | $7,900 – $11,600 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $4,550 – $11,700 | $9,950 – $17,100 | $15,300 – $22,500 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $6,700 – $17,400 | $14,700 – $25,400 | $22,700 – $33,400 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $11,100 – $28,700 | $24,300 – $41,900 | $37,500 – $55,100 |
What local crews earn in Yakima
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 Yakima the blend is 1.12.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 25% of the weighting: a median of $29.28 an hour, 5% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $24.00 and $40.04 an hour. About 240 work in the metro. That is 24.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 25% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Yakima metro, so we used the Washington statewide median: $37.46 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $30.33 and $46.80 an hour.
Carpenters (47-2031), 20% of the weighting: a median of $30.43 an hour, 4% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $27.61 and $44.37 an hour. About 480 work in the metro. That is 49.5 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 $37.81 an hour, which is 24% above the national $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $34.17 and $53.55 an hour. BLS counts 390 of them working in the area, 40.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 48.7), so the local bench is thinner than average.
For drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081, weighted 10%) the local median is $28.34 an hour, which is in line with the national $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $18.50 and $36.56 an hour. BLS counts 50 of them working in the area, 5.2 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 $22.44 an hour, 6% below the US median of $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.34 and $27.51 an hour. About 240 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 $650 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $320. That is a swing of roughly 2.1% to 4.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Yakima has 97,010 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 208th 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% | $24.00 | $29.28 | $40.04 | $30.67 | 0.95 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $30.33 | $37.46 | $46.80 | $26.77 | 1.40 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $27.61 | $30.43 | $44.37 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $34.17 | $37.81 | $53.55 | $30.38 | 1.24 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $18.50 | $28.34 | $36.56 | $28.33 | 1.00 | metro |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $22.34 | $22.44 | $27.51 | $23.75 | 0.94 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.12 | |||||
Is Yakima cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (45 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. Seattle is the priciest of the group at $17,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yakima, WAthis page | $5,100 – $25,200 | $15,100 | |
| Kennewick, WA70 miles | $5,600 – $27,900 | $16,700 | +11% |
| Seattle, WA90 miles | $5,750 – $28,600 | $17,200 | +14% |
| Portland, OR100 miles | $5,650 – $27,900 | $16,800 | +11% |
| Olympia, WA105 miles | $5,500 – $27,200 | $16,300 | +8% |
| Bremerton, WA120 miles | $5,550 – $27,600 | $16,600 | +10% |
| Washington (statewide) | $5,550 – $27,600 | $16,600 | +9% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | −8% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Yakima ranks #41 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Yakima is 9% below the Washington figure.
Elsewhere in Washington
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | 2,086,210 jobs | $5,750 – $28,600 | $17,200 | +14% |
| Spokane, WA | 255,820 jobs | $5,200 – $25,900 | $15,600 | +3% |
| Olympia, WA | 130,300 jobs | $5,500 – $27,200 | $16,300 | +8% |
| Kennewick, WA | 129,490 jobs | $5,600 – $27,900 | $16,700 | +11% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $5,550 – $27,600 | $16,600 | +10% |
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $5,750 – $28,500 | $17,100 | +13% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Yakima against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Binghamton, NY | 97,030 jobs | $5,050 – $25,200 | $15,100 | level |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $4,250 – $21,000 | $12,600 | −17% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $4,250 – $21,100 | $12,700 | −16% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $3,900 – $19,400 | $11,600 | −23% |
What nearby projects cost in Yakima
Jobs that often go together with bathroom remodel are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Yakima wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, kitchen backsplash comes out highest (+18%) and kitchen cabinets lowest (+4%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,050 | +11% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,500 – $33,200 | +5% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,400 – $14,600 | +4% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,800 – $16,000 | +6% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $360 – $1,750 | +18% |
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Bathroom remodel in Yakima: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Yakima?
For 45 sq ft, expect $5,100 to $25,200 in the Yakima area. A standard-spec job lands at $11,100 to $19,200. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for bathroom remodel in Yakima?
About $109 to $543 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $190 to $760 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $100 to $500.
+Is bathroom remodel cheaper in Yakima or Kennewick?
Kennewick is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $16,700, which is 11% more than Yakima ($15,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Yakima?
About 55% at the midpoint, or $8,300 out of $15,100. Materials are 42% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Yakima?
$6,700 to $33,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Yakima?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $190 to $760 for fees in the Yakima area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Yakima expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Washington?
Yakima is 9% below the Washington statewide estimate ($16,600 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Washington; see the state page to compare them.
+What do plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn in Yakima?
The BLS median is $29.28 an hour in the Yakima area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.00 to $40.04.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Yakima?
For 45 sq ft, basic work runs $5,100 to $13,100 and premium work $17,200 to $25,200. Basic means: cosmetic refresh: vanity, fixtures, paint, flooring. Premium means: primary bath, custom tile, layout change.
Bathroom remodel near Yakima
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.