How much does bathroom work cost in California?
Bathroom prices in California depend on the job and where you are. Below are the rates real FinerNest pros across California actually charge — by the unit, up front, no quotes to chase.
Quick answer
Based on 9 bathroom pros on FinerNest in California, medicine cabinet install runs $63–$120 per unit, and toilet install / replace runs $105–$150 per fixture. Rates trend higher in metros like Los Angeles, Oxnard, Gardena.
Bathroom prices across California
The rates California pros publish on FinerNest (from 9 pros statewide). Labor only; materials are quoted separately. Where pros differ, you’ll see a range.
| Service | What it includes | Rate (real pros) |
|---|---|---|
Toilet install / replace | Remove old, install new, wax ring, supply line, caulk | $105–$150 per fixture |
Bathroom faucet replace | Disconnect, install new, supply lines, test | $70–$100 per fixture |
Shower valve replace — cartridge Cartridge swap | Replace cartridge in existing valve body | $100–$150 per fixture |
Shower valve replace — full body Full body | Open wall, replace valve body, re-tile / patch | $200–$300 per fixture |
Tub install — drop-in / alcove (replace) Drop-in / alcove | Remove existing, install new, hook up drain/overflow | $400–$450 per tub |
Tub install — freestanding Freestanding | Run/relocate plumbing, install, level, finish trim | $420–$800 per tub |
Walk-in tub install Walk-in | Demo, plumbing, install, finish | $850–$1,500 per tub |
Tub-to-shower conversion | Demo tub, build shower pan, walls, valve, drainRange shown is typical; many jobs are confirmed after a quick assessment. | $1,500–$1,900 per project |
Shower pan install | Set pre-formed or build mortar bed; waterproof | $300–$400 per pan |
Vanity install — standard (24–36") Standard | Set vanity, hook up plumbing, caulk | $125–$200 per vanity |
Vanity install — wide (48–60") Wide | Same as standard + heavier handling | $250–$300 per vanity |
Vanity install — double (60"+) Double | Set, plumb two sinks, level | $300–$500 per vanity |
Medicine cabinet install | Mount, electrical if lit, finish trim | $63–$120 per unit |
Bathroom exhaust fan install | Cut, mount, wire, vent to outside | $185–$200 per fan |
See bathroom prices and pros by city: Palmdale, Los Angeles.
Bathroom pros in California
Bathroom cost FAQ — California
How much does bathroom work cost in California?
Bathroom work in California is priced by the unit rather than as one lump bid — each service has its own rate. The table above shows what 9 real California pros charge on FinerNest, and your price is locked before work starts.
Why are California bathroom prices shown as ranges?
Pros set their own rates, so where they differ you see a low-to-high range across California. Bigger metros usually trend toward the higher end. Pick a city for local rates and the specific pros near you.
Are these real prices or estimates?
Real. They come from rates 9 California pros published on FinerNest — not generic estimates. Open a pro to see their full rate card.