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    Bathroom Remodel Cost in Voorhees & South Jersey Towns (2026)

    Kubat ConstructionUpdated September 26, 20269 min read
    Bathroom Remodel Cost in Voorhees & South Jersey Towns (2026)

    Short answer

    Nationally, a major primary bath remodel had a median cost of $18,000 for primary baths under 100 square feet and $30,000 for larger ones in 2025, and the top 10% spent $44,000 to $75,000 or more (Houzz). In the Middle Atlantic region a midrange bathroom remodel cost about $30,158 (Cost vs. Value 2025). In South Jersey, the age of the house moves the number more than the town does.

    What a bathroom remodel costs

    These are published figures, not a Kubat price list. The national numbers come from Houzz's annual survey of homeowners; the regional number comes from the Cost vs. Value Report, which prices a defined project in the Middle Atlantic states. Your bathroom is priced after we see it.

    Major primary bath remodel, U.S. median spend (2024)
    ProjectWhat countsMedian spendTop 10% spent
    Major primary bath remodel, under 100 sq ftAt least the vanity, countertops and toilet replaced$18,000$44,000 or more
    Major primary bath remodel, 100 sq ft or moreAt least the vanity, countertops and toilet replaced$30,000$75,000 or more

    Source: Houzz, 2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study. U.S. homeowners' spend on projects in 2025, done themselves or with professionals, not adjusted for inflation. Figures checked September 2026. Kubat prices each project after a free walkthrough.

    In the Middle Atlantic region, a midrange bathroom remodel cost about $30,158, according to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com).© 2025 Zonda Media, a Delaware Corporation. Complete data from the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report can be downloaded free at www.costvsvalue.com.

    What drives the cost of a bathroom

    A hall bath is a small room, but more trades work in it per square foot than anywhere else in the house: plumbing, electrical, framing, waterproofing, tile, glass, cabinetry and ventilation. These are the choices that move the number:

    • Layout. Keeping the vanity, toilet and shower where they are is the biggest saving. Moving any of them means new drain and supply lines, and often new framing.
    • The shower. A tub with a surround costs the least. A curbless walk-in shower with a linear drain, niches, tile to the ceiling and frameless glass costs the most.
    • Tile. Porcelain costs less than natural stone, and tiling the floor only costs far less than tiling the floor, the shower walls and an accent wall.
    • Vanity and fixtures. Stock vanities and builder-grade fixtures versus custom cabinetry and designer valves and trim.
    • Upgrades. Heated floors, stronger ventilation, lit mirrors and programmable shower valves are worth pricing separately.
    • What is behind the walls. This is where the age of the house comes in, and it is the reason towns seem to cost different amounts.

    Why the same bathroom costs more in some towns

    Homeowners notice that bathroom remodels seem to cost more in Haddonfield than in Mount Laurel. The work itself costs the same to build; the houses are not the same. Census data shows how different the housing is from town to town:

    Housing age and value in South Jersey towns
    TownMedian year builtHomes built before 1980Median home value
    Voorhees198338%$429,700
    Marlton197360%$341,100
    Moorestown196962%$697,200
    Haddonfield193887%$755,300
    Medford198148%$514,800
    Cherry Hill196873%$386,300
    Mount Laurel198729%$357,200
    Collingswood194191%$380,400
    Pitman194589%$279,300
    Mullica Hill199520%$442,800
    Glassboro198643%$314,400
    Washington Township198243%$337,600
    Sewell199241%$347,500
    Woodbury194888%$222,700

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (2020-2024). Unincorporated towns use their Census-designated place.

    Two things follow from a home's age. First, homes built before 1978 fall under the EPA's Renovation, Repair and Painting rule: any work that disturbs painted surfaces has to be done by a certified firm using lead-safe practices, which adds containment and cleanup to the job. Second, older homes are more likely to have original supply lines, drains and wiring that should be replaced while the walls are open. Neither is a surprise if the walkthrough looks for them first.

    Home value matters too, in a different way. In towns where the median home is worth more, owners tend to choose finishes that match, so their projects tend to cost more.

    Bathroom remodel cost by town

    The work costs the same to build in each of these towns. What changes is the housing, and with it the odds of surprises behind the walls.

    Bathroom remodel cost in Voorhees

    In Voorhees, the median home was built in 1983, 38% of homes were built before 1980, and the median home value is $429,700 (Census ACS 2024 5-year). In practice, the housing is mixed: older homes carry the hidden-condition risk of pre-1980 construction, while newer ones usually open up cleanly. More on remodeling in Voorhees.

    Bathroom remodel cost in Marlton

    In Marlton, the median home was built in 1973, 60% of homes were built before 1980, and the median home value is $341,100 (Census ACS 2024 5-year). In practice, more than half the homes predate 1980, so older plumbing, wiring and pre-1978 paint are common once walls are open. More on remodeling in Marlton.

    Bathroom remodel cost in Moorestown

    In Moorestown, the median home was built in 1969, 62% of homes were built before 1980, and the median home value is $697,200 (Census ACS 2024 5-year). In practice, more than half the homes predate 1980, so older plumbing, wiring and pre-1978 paint are common once walls are open. More on remodeling in Moorestown.

    Bathroom remodel cost in Haddonfield

    In Haddonfield, the median home was built in 1938, 87% of homes were built before 1980, and the median home value is $755,300 (Census ACS 2024 5-year). In practice, most homes here predate 1980, so opening walls often turns up original supply lines, older wiring and paint that falls under EPA's lead-safe renovation rule (homes built before 1978). More on remodeling in Haddonfield.

    Bathroom remodel cost in Medford

    In Medford, the median home was built in 1981, 48% of homes were built before 1980, and the median home value is $514,800 (Census ACS 2024 5-year). In practice, the housing is mixed: older homes carry the hidden-condition risk of pre-1980 construction, while newer ones usually open up cleanly. More on remodeling in Medford.

    Bathroom remodel cost in Cherry Hill

    In Cherry Hill, the median home was built in 1968, 73% of homes were built before 1980, and the median home value is $386,300 (Census ACS 2024 5-year). In practice, more than half the homes predate 1980, so older plumbing, wiring and pre-1978 paint are common once walls are open. More on remodeling in Cherry Hill.

    Bathroom remodel cost in Pitman

    In Pitman, the median home was built in 1945, 89% of homes were built before 1980, and the median home value is $279,300 (Census ACS 2024 5-year). In practice, most homes here predate 1980, so opening walls often turns up original supply lines, older wiring and paint that falls under EPA's lead-safe renovation rule (homes built before 1978). More on remodeling in Pitman.

    Bathroom remodel cost in Mullica Hill

    In Mullica Hill, the median home was built in 1995, 20% of homes were built before 1980, and the median home value is $442,800 (Census ACS 2024 5-year). In practice, most homes here were built after 1980, so hidden conditions are less common and the size of the room and the finishes drive the price. More on remodeling in Mullica Hill.

    Permits for a bathroom remodel in New Jersey

    New Jersey's Uniform Construction Code requires a construction permit for most remodeling work beyond ordinary repairs (N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.14). Moving plumbing, adding circuits or changing walls needs one; replacing a faucet or vanity in the same spot usually does not. The permit and its inspections should be in the quote, and a contractor who suggests skipping them is a reason to keep looking.

    What to check when you compare bathroom quotes

    Bathroom quotes look inconsistent because contractors include different things. Ask whether each quote covers:

    • Permit fees and inspections
    • Demolition, debris removal and the dumpster
    • Subfloor or framing repair if the old tub or toilet leaked
    • Paint, baseboard, door and hardware
    • Plumbing fixtures, or whether you are expected to supply them
    • The vanity top, mirror and lighting
    • Lead-safe work practices, if the home was built before 1978

    We cover how to compare bids line by line in our guide to choosing a contractor.

    How long a bathroom remodel takes

    Timelines vary with the scope, the house and how long selections and permits take. For a national benchmark, primary bathroom projects averaged 8.4 months of planning and 4.8 months of construction among U.S. homeowners who renovated in 2025, according to the 2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study. Those averages include do-it-yourself work. Planning taking longer than building is normal, and it is where a project's budget is won or lost. Whatever the length, New Jersey requires a home improvement contract to state the dates or time period for starting and finishing the work (N.J.A.C. 13:45A-16.2).

    Is a bathroom remodel worth it at resale?

    In the Cost vs. Value numbers above, a midrange bathroom remodel recouped 79.9% of its cost at resale in the Middle Atlantic region. Resale is only part of the return: a bathroom you use every day for years pays you back in ways a sale price never shows.

    Get a price for your bathroom

    The ranges above tell you where a project usually lands. Your number comes from a walkthrough: we look at the room, what is behind the fixtures and what you want, then price it. Estimates are free. Request a bathroom estimate, call (856) 214-9156, or see our bathroom remodeling page.

    Sources

    1. Houzz Inc., 2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study (renovation spend and project length in 2025). Checked September 2026.
    2. Zonda Media, Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report, Middle Atlantic region. Checked September 2026.
    3. U.S. Census Bureau, via Census Reporter, American Community Survey, ACS 2024 5-year (tables B25034, B25035, B25077). Checked September 2026.
    4. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Lead Renovation, Repair and Painting Program Rules, 40 CFR 745 Subpart E. Checked September 2026.
    5. New Jersey Uniform Construction Code, N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.14, Construction permits: when required. Checked September 2026.
    6. New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs, N.J.A.C. 13:45A-16.2, Home Improvement Practices (contract terms, permits, warranties). Checked September 2026.

    © 2025 Zonda Media, a Delaware Corporation. Complete data from the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report can be downloaded free at www.costvsvalue.com.

    Questions

    Frequently asked

    How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Voorhees?

    Nationally, a major primary bath remodel had a median cost of $18,000 for primary baths under 100 square feet and $30,000 for larger ones in 2025 (2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study), and a midrange bathroom remodel in the Middle Atlantic region cost about $30,158, according to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com). The median Voorhees home was built in 1983 (Census ACS), and the housing is mixed: older homes carry the hidden-condition risk of pre-1980 construction, while newer ones usually open up cleanly. We price your bathroom after a free walkthrough.

    How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Marlton?

    Nationally, a major primary bath remodel had a median cost of $18,000 for primary baths under 100 square feet and $30,000 for larger ones in 2025 (2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study), and a midrange bathroom remodel in the Middle Atlantic region cost about $30,158, according to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com). The median Marlton home was built in 1973 (Census ACS), and more than half the homes predate 1980, so older plumbing, wiring and pre-1978 paint are common once walls are open. We price your bathroom after a free walkthrough.

    How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Moorestown?

    Nationally, a major primary bath remodel had a median cost of $18,000 for primary baths under 100 square feet and $30,000 for larger ones in 2025 (2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study), and a midrange bathroom remodel in the Middle Atlantic region cost about $30,158, according to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com). The median Moorestown home was built in 1969 (Census ACS), and more than half the homes predate 1980, so older plumbing, wiring and pre-1978 paint are common once walls are open. We price your bathroom after a free walkthrough.

    How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Haddonfield?

    Nationally, a major primary bath remodel had a median cost of $18,000 for primary baths under 100 square feet and $30,000 for larger ones in 2025 (2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study), and a midrange bathroom remodel in the Middle Atlantic region cost about $30,158, according to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com). The median Haddonfield home was built in 1938 (Census ACS), and most homes here predate 1980, so opening walls often turns up original supply lines, older wiring and paint that falls under EPA's lead-safe renovation rule (homes built before 1978). We price your bathroom after a free walkthrough.

    How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Medford?

    Nationally, a major primary bath remodel had a median cost of $18,000 for primary baths under 100 square feet and $30,000 for larger ones in 2025 (2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study), and a midrange bathroom remodel in the Middle Atlantic region cost about $30,158, according to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com). The median Medford home was built in 1981 (Census ACS), and the housing is mixed: older homes carry the hidden-condition risk of pre-1980 construction, while newer ones usually open up cleanly. We price your bathroom after a free walkthrough.

    How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Cherry Hill?

    Nationally, a major primary bath remodel had a median cost of $18,000 for primary baths under 100 square feet and $30,000 for larger ones in 2025 (2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study), and a midrange bathroom remodel in the Middle Atlantic region cost about $30,158, according to the Remodeling 2025 Cost vs. Value Report (www.costvsvalue.com). The median Cherry Hill home was built in 1968 (Census ACS), and more than half the homes predate 1980, so older plumbing, wiring and pre-1978 paint are common once walls are open. We price your bathroom after a free walkthrough.

    How long does a bathroom remodel take?

    It varies with scope, the house and how long selections and permits take. As a national benchmark, primary bathroom projects averaged 8.4 months of planning and 4.8 months of construction in 2025 (2026 U.S. Houzz & Home Study), including do-it-yourself work. Whatever the length, New Jersey requires the contract to state when the work will begin and be completed (N.J.A.C. 13:45A-16.2).

    Do I need a permit for a bathroom remodel in New Jersey?

    New Jersey requires a construction permit for most work beyond ordinary repairs, which includes moving plumbing, changing wiring or altering walls (N.J.A.C. 5:23-2.14). Swapping a vanity or faucet in place is usually an ordinary repair. Your town construction office makes the final call.

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