The short answer
Airtasker says new bathrooms range from $5,000 to $25,000, with a median of $17,000. A standard shower is shown at $1,600 to $7,000 and plumbing at $1,200 to $2,500, so scope and fixtures drive the total.
Figures are Airtasker estimates from a page updated on 17 January 2023, so they may be out of date. Bathroom work involves several trades, so check each is licensed where your state requires it.
Which trades are involved
A bathroom renovation usually includes a plumber, an electrician, a tiler and sometimes a builder or carpenter. Ask who manages them and who is responsible for waterproofing.
Get itemised quotes
Ask for a quote that splits demolition, plumbing, electrical, waterproofing, tiling, fixtures and cleanup. It makes quotes easy to compare and easier to change.
Price ranges
Ranges, not quotes. Use them to judge whether a quote is in the right area.
| Job | Low | High | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| New bathroom (median $17,000) | $5,000 | $25,000 | 11 November 2026 |
| Standard toilet | $120 | $400 | 11 November 2026 |
| Standard shower | $1,600 | $7,000 | 11 November 2026 |
| Standard basin | $150 | $250 | 11 November 2026 |
| Plumbing | $1,200 | $2,500 | 11 November 2026 |
| Electrical work | $300 | $1,500 | 11 November 2026 |
Source: Airtasker, new bathroom cost. Page updated 17 January 2023, checked by us on 11 November 2026.
Common questions
How much does a bathroom renovation cost?
Airtasker says new bathrooms range from $5,000 to $25,000, with a median of $17,000.
Sources
- Airtasker: new bathroom cost, checked 11 November 2026