Cost to Primary Bathroom Remodel in Nashville, TN

$11,400–$42,750 in Nashville

5% below the national average · 0.95x cost multiplier

Homeowners in Nashville typically spend $11,400–$42,750 on a primary bathroom remodel, about 5% below the national average. Labor rates and contractor availability in the Southeast region drive much of the price difference. Permit requirements and material delivery costs also play a role. See the full tier-by-tier breakdown below before requesting bids.

Cost Breakdown in Nashville

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per sq ft	$95	$219	$380
Materials	$4,750	$9,500	$26,600
Labor	$5,225	$11,400	$20,900
Permits	$475	$760	$1,425
Total	$10,450-5% vs. national avg	$22,610-5% vs. national avg	$52,725-5% vs. national avg

Budget

Builder-grade updates to a larger primary bath: stock vanity, basic tile, updated fixtures, no layout changes.

Mid-Range

Semi-custom double vanity, porcelain tile, freestanding tub or large walk-in shower, mid-grade fixtures.

Premium

Custom cabinetry, natural stone, steam shower, soaking tub, radiant floor heat, designer lighting, full gut renovation.

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Nashville may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Large-Format Porcelain Tile (24x24 or larger)	$4-$12/sq ft materials	Seamless look, fewer grout lines, easy to clean, durable	Heavier, requires very flat substrate, harder to cut	Modern and transitional primary baths, large floor areasSeamless look, fewer grout lines, easy to clean, durable
Marble Tile (Carrara, Calacatta)	$10-$40/sq ft materials	Timeless luxury appearance, each piece unique, adds home value	Requires sealing annually, etches with acidic products, expensive	Premium remodels where resale value and aesthetics matter mostTimeless luxury appearance, each piece unique, adds home value
Freestanding Soaking Tub	$800-$6,000 fixture	Statement piece, versatile placement, multiple finish options	Harder to clean around base, requires floor-mount plumbing, more expensive to install	Primary baths as a design focal pointStatement piece, versatile placement, multiple finish options
Frameless Glass Shower Enclosure	$1,200-$4,000 installed	Open feel, easy to clean, modern aesthetic, shows off tile work	Expensive, requires precise installation, daily squeegee recommended	Walk-in showers in mid-range to premium primary bathsOpen feel, easy to clean, modern aesthetic, shows off tile work
Quartz Vanity Countertop	$50-$100/sq ft installed	Non-porous, no sealing needed, consistent pattern, very durable	Can look slightly artificial, heat-sensitive, premium cost	Double vanities where durability and low maintenance are prioritiesNon-porous, no sealing needed, consistent pattern, very durable

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Nashville Estimate

Typical Range

$11,400–$42,750

vs. National Average

5% below national

Cost Multiplier

0.95x

Cost Per sq ft

$95–$380

Estimates apply Nashville's 0.95x regional cost multiplier to national averages. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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