Skip to content
ContractorsRanked

How much does a bathroom remodel cost in State College, PA?

Regionally adjustedUpdated Prices checked October 20262 sources

In State College, a bathroom remodel typically runs $7,670 to $20,380, about $14,020 for a typical job. That is the US national range from HomeAdvisor ($6,651 to $17,660) adjusted by the Middle Atlantic factor of 1.15 from the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Checked October 2026.

Adjusted for the Middle Atlantic region

Low
$7,670
Typical
$14,020
High
$20,380

Get bathroom remodel quotes in State College

Bathroom remodel cost in State College, PA

Each row says exactly what the figures are and where they come from.

Bathroom remodel cost in State College, PA
EstimateLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
Middle Atlantic estimate$7,670$14,020$20,380National range × 1.15: the Middle Atlantic / national cost ratio for “Bath Remodel | Midrange” ($30,158 vs $26,138) in the 2025 Cost vs. Value ReportOctober 2026
US national range$6,651$12,153$17,660Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels (HomeAdvisor)October 2026

What drives the cost of a bathroom remodel

  1. Size and type of bathroom

    A powder room costs far less than a primary bath.

  2. Finish quality

    Tile, flooring and countertop choices move the total most.

  3. Moving plumbing

    Relocating a toilet, shower or vanity adds plumbing and permit costs.

  4. Labor

    Labor can be about 40% to 65% of the total.

  5. Location

    Labor and material prices vary by state and metro.

Permits and what's included in State College

Permit note

Permit fees usually run $100 to $1,000, and moving pipes or walls nearly always requires one.

Rules are set locally; confirm with State College’s building department.

What’s usually included

  • Demolition and disposal
  • Fixtures, tile and vanity in the agreed scope
  • Plumbing and electrical connections
  • Installation labor

Scopes vary. Get the scope in writing on every quote.

Get bathroom remodel quotes in State College

Tell us about the job and we will pass it to local pros. Asking for quotes never changes how we rank anyone.

Two short steps: your name, then how to reach you. Free, and it never changes anyone’s rank.

Top-ranked bathroom remodelers in State College

The top 3 of 21 bathroom remodelers we rank for State College, PA, by CR Score. Paid placement never changes rank.

  1. #1
    KPS Plumbing, Electrical and HVAC
    CR Score 605.0from 67 Google reviews
  2. #2
    Jr's Quality Tile & Hardwood
    CR Score 584.9from 187 Google reviews
  3. #3
    Remodelers Workshop
    CR Score 564.8from 16 Google reviews

See all ranked bathroom remodelers in State College

Bathroom remodel cost in State College: questions

How much does a bathroom remodel cost in State College, PA?

In State College, a bathroom remodel typically runs $7,670 to $20,380, about $14,020 for a typical job. That is the US national range from HomeAdvisor ($6,651 to $17,660) adjusted by the Middle Atlantic factor of 1.15 from the 2025 Cost vs. Value Report. Checked October 2026.

Why is the State College price different from the national price?

The 2025 Cost vs. Value Report puts the “Bath Remodel | Midrange” project at $30,158 in the Middle Atlantic division against $26,138 nationally, a factor of 1.15. We apply that factor to the national range. It is a division-level adjustment, not a State College price survey.

Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in State College?

Permit fees usually run $100 to $1,000, and moving pipes or walls nearly always requires one. Rules are set locally, so confirm with State College’s building department.

What affects the cost of a bathroom remodel?

Size and type of bathroom: a powder room costs far less than a primary bath. Finish quality: tile, flooring and countertop choices move the total most. Moving plumbing: relocating a toilet, shower or vanity adds plumbing and permit costs. Labor: labor can be about 40% to 65% of the total.

How many bathroom remodelers serve State College?

We rank 21 bathroom remodelers for State College, PA by CR Score. Get at least three written quotes for the same scope.

What is usually included in the price?

Demolition and disposal; Fixtures, tile and vanity in the agreed scope; Plumbing and electrical connections; Installation labor. Always get the scope in writing on the quote.

Sources

Checked October 2026. Figures are estimates, not quotes.

  1. HomeAdvisor: Bathroom remodel cost · page updated June 17, 2026 · checked October 2026Primary source. Used for: Low, typical and high; drivers; permit.
  2. Journal of Light Construction: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report: Bath Remodel, Midrange · page updated 2025 · checked October 2026Used for: Regional adjustment ratio.
  3. Journal of Light Construction: 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, Middle Atlantic division · checked October 2026Used for: Regional factor 1.15 for “Bath Remodel | Midrange”.
These are published estimates with a documented regional adjustment, checked October 2026. They are not quotes. Typical range shown: $7,670 to $20,380. Editorial policy

Related pages

More cost guides for State College