A 5 × 10 bathroom has 50 square feet, enough for a 60-inch tub or shower, a toilet, and a vanity up to about 48 inches wide, with a little room to spare. Heading into 2027, most full remodels of a 5 × 10 bathroom cost about $12,500 to $16,900, with refreshes starting under $12,000 and high-end remodels passing $30,000.
Use the calculator below to estimate your own 5 × 10 remodel, then read on for a cost breakdown, layout options, and ways to save.
5 × 10 bathroom remodel cost calculator
5 × 10 bathroom remodel cost at a glance
These ranges use national average prices for a 50-square-foot full bathroom. They include demolition, plumbing and electrical rough-in, drywall and paint, fixtures, a new exhaust fan, and permits.
| Project | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Refresh (same layout, swap finishes) | $8,700 – $11,700 |
| Full remodel (new everything, same layout) | $12,500 – $16,900 |
| Gut and redesign (one fixture moved) | $18,300 – $24,800 |
| Budget full remodel | $10,700 – $14,500 |
| Full remodel with tiled walk-in shower | $16,600 – $22,400 |
| High-end with tiled shower, quartz, and new lighting | $26,700 – $36,200 |
That works out to about $205 to $430 per square foot. Location matters too: the same full remodel runs about $15,600 – $21,100 in California and about $11,000 – $14,900 in Alabama. The calculator adjusts for your state.
Where the money goes in a 5 × 10 remodel
Here’s how a typical midrange full remodel of a 5 × 10 bathroom breaks down, with a new tub/shower combo, ceramic tile floor, stock vanity with a cultured marble top, and a standard toilet:
| Cost category | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Labor, prep, demolition, and permits | $6,050 – $8,200 |
| Tub and shower | $2,400 – $3,200 |
| Flooring | $500 – $700 |
| Vanity and countertop | $1,300 – $1,700 |
| Toilet, faucets, mirror, and lighting | $1,750 – $2,350 |
| Exhaust fan | $500 – $700 |
Labor is the largest single cost in a small bathroom, usually 40% to 65% of the total. That’s why the size of the room matters less than the scope of the work: a bigger floor adds a little tile, but moving a toilet or building a tiled shower adds thousands.
5 × 10 bathroom layout options
Fifty square feet gives you more flexibility than a standard 5 × 8 bath without changing the plumbing. Most layouts keep the tub or shower on the 5-foot back wall and use the extra length for a bigger vanity or storage.
- Wider vanity: A 42- to 48-inch vanity fits in most 5 × 10 rooms, and some can take a 60-inch double vanity if the toilet is on the opposite wall.
- Walk-in shower: Replacing the tub with a tiled walk-in shower raises a full remodel to about $16,600 to $22,400.
- Built-in storage: A tall linen cabinet or recessed niches use the extra length well.
- Separate zones: Placing the toilet on the opposite wall from the vanity can make the room feel larger, but moving a toilet adds about $2,500.
What changes the price
- Scope: Keeping the layout is the biggest money-saver. Moving a toilet, sink, or shower adds about $2,500 per fixture.
- Shower or tub: A tub/shower combo with a surround costs about $2,800 installed. A tiled walk-in shower with glass costs about $7,500, and more with high-end finishes.
- Tile: Tiling walls outside the shower adds roughly $25 per square foot at midrange. Use our tile calculator to estimate how much you need.
- Vanity and countertop: A stock vanity with a cultured marble top is about $1,500 installed, while semi-custom cabinets and quartz cost more. See our countertop cost calculator.
- Hidden problems: Rot under an old tub, outdated wiring, or a fan that vents into the attic can add several hundred to a few thousand dollars.
Ways to save
- Keep the tub, toilet, and sink where they are.
- Choose a tub/shower combo or a prefab shower instead of a custom tiled shower.
- Tile the floor and shower, and paint the other walls with moisture-resistant paint.
- Do the demolition and painting yourself if you’re comfortable with it.
- Buy a stock vanity and spend a little more on the faucet and shower valve you use every day.
- Get three written quotes that list materials, labor, permits, and cleanup.
For more ideas, see our guides to saving money on a bathroom renovation and bathroom remodel cost per square foot, or browse all our cost calculators.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to remodel a 5 × 10 bathroom?
Most full remodels of a 5 × 10 bathroom cost about $12,500 to $16,900 at national average prices with midrange finishes. A refresh runs about $8,700 to $11,700, and a high-end remodel with a tiled shower can cost $26,700 to $36,200.
How much does a 5 × 10 bathroom remodel cost per square foot?
About $205 to $430 per square foot for most projects, and more for high-end finishes. The per-square-foot cost drops slightly as bathrooms get bigger because fixed costs are spread over more space.
Can a 5 × 10 bathroom fit a double vanity?
Sometimes. A 60-inch double vanity can fit if the toilet is on the opposite wall, but most 5 × 10 layouts work better with a single 42- to 48-inch vanity and extra counter space.
Should I hire a contractor or do it myself?
Many homeowners save money by handling demolition and painting, which can bring a full remodel down to about $10,400 – $14,100. Plumbing, electrical, and shower waterproofing are best left to licensed pros, since mistakes are expensive to fix.
Estimates are national average installed costs for 2027 planning and are not quotes. See our disclaimer and affiliate disclosure.
Related calculators: see our small bathroom remodel cost calculator for half baths and other compact layouts, or compare prices in your area with bathroom remodel costs by state.
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