Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Denver (2026)

Average cost in Denver

US$23,430avg

US$8,500 — US$65,000

US$120 — US$550 per sq ft

+6.8% YoY
11 sources
Updated 3 days ago
Front Range

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Skilled trades (Plumbing, Electrical, Tile)

US$12,000 — US$32,500

50%

Materials

Tile, fixtures, vanity, and lighting

US$8,400 — US$22,750

35%

Design & Management

Planning and project oversight

US$1,920 — US$5,200

8%

Disposal & Prep

Demolition and debris removal

US$1,200 — US$3,250

5%

Permits

City of Denver building and trade fees

US$480 — US$1,300

2%

🧾Sales Tax (2.9%) — Colorado
Base cost + $679 tax$24,109

Sales Tax at 2.9%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically Includes

  • Vanity & sink replacement
  • Toilet replacement
  • Tub/shower update
  • Tile flooring & walls
  • Basic plumbing
  • Lighting & exhaust fan
  • Labor & installation

Typically Excludes

  • Full tub-to-shower conversion
  • Heated floors
  • Custom glass enclosures
  • Structural modifications
  • Permits

Based on a standard 5x8 ft bathroom. Master bath or custom designs may cost more.

🧮Estimate Your Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$21,813

US$17,450 — US$26,176

Based on 11 sources and market data for Denver. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$21,938

Today

US$23,430

Bathroom Renovation in Denver is 6.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$1,492 more on the average project.

Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.

🏢Top Bathroom Reno Contractors in Denver

Verified providers
🔨

Denver Bath Remodel, LLC

6301 Federal Blvd Unit 1, Denver, CO 80221, USA

5.0
★★★★★

164 reviews

🔨

B&B Design Build (Basements & Beyond)

921 Santa Fe Dr, Denver, CO 80204, USA

4.9
★★★★½

66 reviews

🔨

Leaf Home Bath

700 W 48th Ave C, Denver, CO 80216, USA

4.8
★★★★½

140 reviews

🔨

FBC Remodel

1205 S Platte River Dr Suite GL 100, Denver, CO 80223, USA

4.7
★★★★½

124 reviews

🔨

Re-Bath

2635 S Santa Fe Dr #2a, Denver, CO 80223, USA

4.6
★★★★½

490 reviews

Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.

💬What People Actually Paid

Community

Common Questions

Yes, most renovations require permits. For a typical $15,000 project, Denver permit fees total approximately $286.50, covering building, electrical, and plumbing inspections.

In 2026, licensed plumbers in Denver charge between $95 and $140 per hour, while licensed electricians bill between $85 and $120 per hour due to high local demand.

Mid-range bathroom renovations in the Denver metro area currently see a return on investment (ROI) of approximately 72% to 75% at resale.

Denver costs run 15-25% higher than national averages due to a shortage of skilled labor and specific local requirements, such as altitude-adjusted ventilation codes and water hardness considerations.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 3 days ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.

About this data

Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.

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