Bath Tub Installation Costs 2025

Here’s the latest insight into 2025 bathtub installation and replacement costs in the U.S.:

🛁 Typical Cost Ranges

• Complete installation (new tub in prepared space): Approximately $1,380 – $2,438 per tub as of mid‑2025 (HomeWyse) Home Advisor+3Modernize+3Thehomebit+3Homewyse.

• Full bathtub replacement (removal + new unit):

  • ConsumerAffairs: $600 to $10,000, average ~ $1,500 for same‑style swap to ~$3,000 for shower conversion and up to $8,800+ for layout changes Forbes+5ConsumerAffairs+5JSB Home Solutions+5.

  • Angi / HomeAdvisor: National average ~$5,676; simplest jobs ~$1,991; high end ~$9,370+ Thehomebit+4Angi+4Home Advisor+4.

  • Modernize / Fixr: Average ~$2,075 to ~$2,100; simple tub installation $550 to $750; upscale projects range much higher ($6,000 average, up to $10,500 or more) Modernize.

  • Sweeten / HomeBit: Broad range $1,200 – $9,000+; typically $2,500 for moderate conditions, up to $10,000 for luxury setups Thehomebit.

💸 Example Cost Breakdown

• Basic acrylic/fiberglass tub (prefab, no layout change):

  • Removal: ~$200–$500

  • Installation (labor + new tub): ~$1,200–$2,500

  • Estimated total: ~$1,400–$3,000

• Mid-range tub (cultured marble, enameled steel):

  • Replacement job with minor plumbing/subfloor repairs: ~$3,000–$6,000

• Luxury tub (cast iron, stone, whirlpool, freestanding):

  • Can range from ~$6,000 up to $10,000+; some custom installations exceed $15,000.

  • Mega/high-end stone tubs can reach $50,000+ (ultra‑luxury, sculptural pieces) JSB Home Solutions+10The Times+10The Spruce+10ModernizeHOROW+7JSB Home Solutions+7ConsumerAffairs+7Angi+3HOROW+3This Old House+3Forbes+2Angi+2Angi+2.

• Walk-in tubs (accessibility/hydrotherapy):

  • Unit cost: ~$3,750–$31,500 (avg ~$9,000),

  • Installation: Often $5,700–$12,400, with extra for plumbing, tiling, electrical work → totals potentially $10,000+ Angi+14The Spruce+14Homewyse+14.

🧩 Key Factors Influencing Cost

1. Type & Material of Tub
   Acrylic/fiberglass are most affordable. Cast iron, copper, solid surface, or stone drive higher prices. Basic acrylic units cost $300–$1,000; luxury models may cost many thousands The Spruce+15The Spruce+15HOROW+15This Old House.

2. Scope of Work
   Just installing a new tub in a prepared space vs. replacing and upgrading includes demolition, disposal, plumbing, tile surround etc., which can add $500–$3,000+ Bob Vila+15ConsumerAffairs+15Homewyse+15.

3. Labor and Local Rates
   Labor can range from ~$100 to $2,000 depending on complexity; floor reinforcement or moving pipes can add $300–$800+ This Old House+6Home Advisor+6HOROW+6. Costs are typically 40–65% of total bathroom remodel budget Angi.

4. Permits & Local Variations
   Permit fees ($50–$300) may apply if plumbing alters layout; prices are higher in large cities (20–30% more in places like NYC or San Francisco) HOROWAngi.

5. Upgrades & Surroundings
   Adding tile surrounds, waterproofing, shower conversions, or custom fixtures adds ~$500–$5,000+ depending on quality and size Home Advisor+15HOROW+15JSB Home Solutions+15.

📊 Summary Table

✅ Budget Planning Tips

• Define your needs: simple swap vs full remodeling (tile, plumbing moves, surrounds)

• Obtain multiple quotes from local licensed contractors (especially in your area)

• Clarify what’s included: removal, materials, plumbing, tile work, permits, cleanup

• Ask about timeline: basic tub swap may take 6–8 hours, full replacements a week or more Modernize+2Homewyse+2The Spruce+2Inch Calculator+15This Old House+15The Spruce+15Angi+1Thehomebit+1ConsumerAffairsThehomebit+8JSB Home Solutions+8The Spruce+8The Spruce+1Homewyse+1The TimesHOROW

• Consider DIY for prep work (e.g. demo) if confident; labor is a major cost driver

✅ Final Takeaway

• For a basic bathtub replacement in 2025, expect $1,200–$3,000.

• For a mid-range project, budget $3,000–$6,000.

• For luxury or custom installations, plan for $6,000–$10,000+, and potentially into the tens of thousands for high-end or large tubs.

Let me know if you’d like tailored estimates based on your tub choice or local labor rates—or questions on walk-in/replacement with accessibility, surrounds, or project scope!