Quick Answer

Bathroom Renovation Cost in Minneapolis (2026)

Average cost in Minneapolis

$26,504avg

$8,480 – $65,000

$200 – $310 per sq ft

In Minneapolis, the average is $26,504 and most projects cost between $8,480 and $65,000, or about $200 – $310 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 8 sources.

+6.2% YoY
8 sources
Updated 1 months ago
Twin Cities

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor & Trades

Skilled labor at ~$51/hr

$10,977 – $32,500

45%

Materials & Fixtures

Tile, vanity, and plumbing fixtures

$8,232 – $22,750

35%

Plumbing & Electrical

Rough-in and code upgrades

$2,744 – $6,500

10%

Permits & Inspections

City of Minneapolis fees

$850 – $1,300

3%

Disposal & Contingency

Waste removal and hidden repairs

$1,921 – $4,550

7%

🧾Sales Tax (6.88%) — Minnesota
Base cost + $1,823 tax$28,327

Sales Tax at 6.88%

📋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 project

Live
sq ft
Quality Level
Fixture Quality
Tile Type

Your estimate in Minneapolis

$26,504

Likely range $11,927 – $58,309

  • Labor & Trades45%$11,927
  • Materials & Fixtures35%$9,276
  • Plumbing & Electrical10%$2,650
  • Permits & Inspections3%$795
  • Disposal & Contingency7%$1,855

Budget

$18,709

Mid-Range

$26,504

High-End

$42,095

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Calibrated to 8 researched sources for Minneapolis. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

$24,957

Today

$26,504

Bathroom Renovation in Minneapolis is ↑ 6.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,547 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 Minneapolis

Verified providers
🔨

I & E Renovations Inc

3440 Beltline Blvd Apt 510, Minneapolis, MN 55416, USA

5.0
★★★★★

56 reviews

🔨

A to Z Construction Inc.

124 County Rd 81, Maple Grove, MN 55369, USA

4.9
★★★★½

190 reviews

🔨

KD Construction & Remodel LLC

4247Moonstone drive, Eagan, MN 55122, USA

4.9
★★★★½

159 reviews

🔨

Crystal Kitchen + Bath

3620 Winnetka Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55427, USA

4.9
★★★★½

47 reviews

🔨

Executive Remodeling

2240 Edgewood Ave S Ste 101, Minneapolis, MN 55426, USA

4.7
★★★★½

79 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, Minneapolis requires a building permit for most remodels, with a typical fee of approximately $959.10 for a standard project. Separate trade permits are required for plumbing, electrical, and mechanical work.

Costs in Minneapolis are roughly 6% higher than the national average due to skilled labor rates averaging $51/hour and a compressed construction season (April to November) that increases demand during peak months.

Homeowners in neighborhoods like Longfellow or Northeast should budget a 15-20% contingency for common issues like galvanized pipe replacement, knob-and-tube wiring, and subfloor rot, which are often flagged during the mandatory Truth in Sale of Housing (TISH) evaluations.

Adding a new bathroom in 2026 averages $36,680, with costs ranging from $5,240 for simple additions to over $78,600 for luxury suites, depending on proximity to existing plumbing lines.

📊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: 1 months 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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