Bathroom remodel cost in Kenosha, WI
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
- $108 – $542
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +8%
- US $14,000
- Rank of 300 metros
- #42
- 1 = most expensive
Kenosha homeowners pay roughly $5,100 to $25,200 to remodel a bathroom at 45 sq ft, or $108 to $542 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Kenosha is 8% higher. Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn a median of $37.18 an hour in the Kenosha area, 21% above the US median of $30.67.
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Estimated cost for 45 sq ft in Kenosha, WI, standard level
$11,100 to $19,200
About $238 to $412 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 54% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,750 | $8,150 |
| Labor | $6,000 | $10,400 |
| Permits and fees | $380 | $630 |
| Total | $11,100 | $19,200 |
Cost breakdown for 45 sq ft in Kenosha, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $6,450 | $10,800 | 43% |
| Labor | $2,750 | $8,200 | $13,600 | 54% |
| Permits and fees | $200 | $510 | $810 | 3% |
| Total | $5,100 | $15,100 | $25,200 | 100% |
Why Kenosha prices look the way they do
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 $37.18 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Kenosha is 1.10 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 54% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Kenosha metro is 106.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 45 sq ft comes to $6,450, compared with $6,100 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.1) and land at $200 to $810.
Data note: 35% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Kenosha. The wage table below marks each row.
Bathroom remodel: what moves the price in Kenosha
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.
Contractor fee
A general contractor charges $50-$150 an hour or 10-20% of the project cost.
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 Kenosha is 1.10 times the national level.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 25%) the local median is $37.18 an hour, which is 21% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $28.43 and $48.11 an hour. BLS counts 150 of them working in the area, 19.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Tile and stone setters (47-2044) carry 25% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Kenosha metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median: $30.14 an hour against $26.77 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $27.44 and $36.42 an hour.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 20%) the local median is $28.90 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.15 and $35.62 an hour. BLS counts 310 of them working in the area, 41.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Electricians (47-2111), 10% of the weighting: a median of $36.04 an hour, 19% above the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.67 and $42.33 an hour. About 120 work in the metro. That is 15.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) carry 10% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Kenosha metro, so we used the Wisconsin statewide median: $28.83 an hour against $28.33 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $23.05 and $33.42 an hour.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 10%) the local median is $23.47 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $22.02 and $28.97 an hour. BLS counts 100 of them working in the area, 13.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($48.11 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $660. At the 25th percentile ($28.43) it shrinks by about $530. The total moves by 4.4% or 3.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 75,450 jobs in the Kenosha area. That makes it the 245th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 25% | $28.43 | $37.18 | $48.11 | $30.67 | 1.21 | metro |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 25% | $27.44 | $30.14 | $36.42 | $26.77 | 1.13 | state |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 20% | $24.15 | $28.90 | $35.62 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 10% | $23.67 | $36.04 | $42.33 | $30.38 | 1.19 | metro |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.05 | $28.83 | $33.42 | $28.33 | 1.02 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 10% | $22.02 | $23.47 | $28.97 | $23.75 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.10 | |||||
Is Kenosha 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 $14,500 to $17,500 across Kenosha and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WIthis page | $5,100 – $25,200 | $15,100 | |
| Racine, WI15 miles | $4,850 – $24,100 | $14,500 | −4% |
| Milwaukee, WI20 miles | $4,950 – $24,600 | $14,800 | −2% |
| Chicago, IL55 miles | $5,850 – $29,100 | $17,500 | +16% |
| Janesville, WI60 miles | $5,000 – $24,800 | $14,900 | −2% |
| Rockford, IL60 miles | $5,350 – $26,500 | $15,900 | +5% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $4,900 – $24,300 | $14,600 | −4% |
| United States | $4,700 – $23,300 | $14,000 | −8% |
Across 300 US metros, Kenosha comes in at #42 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $18,400; the cheapest is Jonesboro, AR at $11,600 (midpoints, 45 sq ft). Statewide, Kenosha is 4% above the Wisconsin figure.
Other Wisconsin metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $4,950 – $24,600 | $14,800 | −2% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $5,000 – $24,900 | $15,000 | −1% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $4,950 – $24,500 | $14,700 | −3% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $4,950 – $24,600 | $14,800 | −3% |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $5,100 – $25,400 | $15,300 | +1% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $4,950 – $24,500 | $14,700 | −3% |
Cities with a workforce like Kenosha's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Kenosha against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $4,350 – $21,600 | $13,000 | −14% |
| Abilene, TX | 75,070 jobs | $4,050 – $20,000 | $12,000 | −21% |
| Racine, WI | 76,280 jobs | $4,850 – $24,100 | $14,500 | −4% |
| Sioux City, IA | 75,010 jobs | $4,400 – $21,900 | $13,200 | −13% |
Planning more than one job in Kenosha?
Because every project leans on different trades, Kenosha's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, shower pan runs +12% and kitchen cabinets +4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $1,050 – $3,100 | +12% |
| Kitchen remodel | 120 sq ft | $19,700 – $33,400 | +6% |
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $4,450 – $14,600 | +4% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,800 – $15,900 | +6% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $330 – $1,600 | +8% |
Cost by quality level and size in Kenosha
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Kenosha 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
$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 – $6,100 | $5,150 – $8,850 | $7,950 – $11,600 |
| small full bath (40 sq ft) | $4,550 – $11,700 | $9,900 – $17,100 | $15,300 – $22,500 |
| average bath (60 sq ft) | $6,700 – $17,400 | $14,700 – $25,300 | $22,700 – $33,300 |
| primary bath (100 sq ft) | $11,000 – $28,600 | $24,200 – $41,800 | $37,400 – $55,000 |
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Bathroom remodel in Kenosha: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a bathroom in Kenosha?
For 45 sq ft, expect $5,100 to $25,200 in the Kenosha 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 Kenosha?
About $108 to $542 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 Kenosha or Racine?
Racine is 15 miles away. The midpoint for 45 sq ft there is $14,500, which is 4% less than Kenosha ($15,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Kenosha?
About 54% at the midpoint, or $8,200 out of $15,100. Materials are 43% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 53%.
+What would average bath (60 sq ft) cost in Kenosha?
$6,700 to $33,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does bathroom remodel need a permit in Kenosha?
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 Kenosha area (our national range of $200 to $800 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Kenosha expensive for bathroom remodel compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Kenosha is 4% above the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($14,600 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters earn in Kenosha?
The BLS median is $37.18 an hour in the Kenosha area, compared with $30.67 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $28.43 to $48.11.
+What do basic and premium bathroom remodel work cost in Kenosha?
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 Kenosha
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.