How much does bathroom remodel cost in Santa Monica?

Most Santa Monica projects land between $8,950 – $52,400, with an average near $17,300. Local crews quote roughly $250 – $965 per square foot.

What is included in the Santa Monica price per square foot?

Typically materials, labor and cleanup. Permits, disposal and access challenges are usually quoted separately.

Unit pricing

Bathroom Remodel cost per square foot in Santa Monica

Bathroom Remodel cost per square foot in Santa Monica, California in 2026.

Low

$8,950

Average

$17,300

High

$52,400

Santa Monica crews quote about $250 – $965 per square foot.

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What drives bathroom remodel prices in Santa Monica

Local labor, permitting and climate move Santa Monica prices away from the national average.

Labor market

Licensed Santa Monica contractors carry California workers' comp and prevailing wage pressure, and crews here quote roughly 38% above the national labor average. Demand in the Los Angeles market peaks in spring, so booking early usually beats a rush premium.

Permits

Santa Monica follows the California Building Standards Code, so most structural, electrical, plumbing and re-roof work needs a permit from the Santa Monica building department plus Title 24 energy compliance. Seismic bracing and soft-story retrofit rules apply to many older LA-area properties, and hillside lots trigger extra geotechnical review.

Climate

Santa Monica sits in a warm Mediterranean climate with intense summer sun, so expect UV-stable, heat-tolerant materials and shaded scheduling in peak summer.

Santa Monica unit pricing by material

Acrylic tub and surround$1,100 – $4,850

Custom tile shower$4,850 – $16,600

Vanity with countertop$830 – $6,200

Tile flooring$14 – $41

Luxury vinyl plank flooring$7 – $19

Quartz countertop$83 – $165

Ways to lower your Santa Monica price

Keep the toilet, tub and sink in their current locations — that single decision can save $3,000+.
Use a prefab shower base with tile walls instead of a fully custom mud-set pan.
Refinish the tub ($400–$700) instead of replacing it if the shell is sound.
Choose porcelain tile that mimics stone rather than natural marble.
Order fixtures early; back-ordered vanities are the #1 cause of stalled bathroom jobs.

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