A bathroom remodel in Wisconsin in 2025 runs from $18,000 for a standard master bathroom to $80,000+ for a premium project with structural changes. This article is a full cost breakdown so you know exactly where the money goes.
1. Demo: $1,500–$3,000
Tear-out of old fixtures, tile, drywall, vanities. Disposal. 1–2 days of work.
2. Plumbing rough-in: $2,500–$6,000
New plumbing, relocating lines. More expensive if the floor plan changes.
3. Electrical: $1,500–$3,500
GFCI circuits, lighting, vent fan, heated floor wiring.
4. Schluter waterproofing: $1,200–$2,500
Premium wet-area waterproofing — KERDI membrane. This is not where you cut corners.
5. Tile + installation: $4,000–$15,000
The biggest swing line item. Standard ceramic tile — $4–6/sq ft for materials. Marble herringbone — $20–35/sq ft. Labor — $12–18/sq ft.
6. Fixtures: $3,000–$15,000
Toilet ($350–$1,200), vanity ($800–$5,000), shower system ($600–$3,500), faucets, lighting.
7. Drywall + paint + finish: $1,500–$3,000
Moisture-resistant drywall, paint, trim.
Total: $18,000–$80,000+
Where to save? On the vanity (buy a stock unit instead of custom), on the accent wall (one premium-tile wall instead of every wall). Where not to save — waterproofing, electrical, plumbing.