How Much Does Walk-In Shower Installation Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Walk-In Shower Installation Include?
A walk-in shower replaces a traditional tub/shower combo or outdated shower stall with a barrier-free or low-threshold entry shower. They're more accessible, modern-looking, and are one of the most requested bathroom upgrades.
The national average cost for walk-in shower installation is $6,500 per project. Most homeowners pay between $3,000 and $12,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Material
Prefab/acrylic kit: $2,000-$5,000. Tile (ceramic): $4,000-$8,000. Tile (natural stone): $7,000-$15,000
Size
Standard (36x48): $3,000-$6,000. Large (48x60): $5,000-$9,000. Luxury (60x72+): $8,000-$15,000
Features
Built-in bench: $300-$800. Niche/shelf: $100-$300. Rain showerhead: $200-$500. Body sprays: $500-$1,500
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Shower size
- ✓Tile vs prefab vs acrylic panels
- ✓Fixtures quality
- ✓Glass door or open entry
- ✓Bench or niche features
- ✓Plumbing changes needed
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Acrylic panels ($2,500-$5,000 installed) cost 40-60% less than custom tile
- 2.Keep the shower in the same footprint as the existing tub to avoid moving plumbing
- 3.A frameless glass door ($800-$2,000) is a splurge — a semi-frameless ($400-$800) looks nearly as good
- 4.Standard sizes (36x48, 36x60) cost less than custom dimensions
📈 Walk-In Shower Installation Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.8% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $5,520 | — |
| 2021 | $5,752 | +4.2% |
| 2022 | $6,126 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $6,298 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $6,500 | +3.2% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Walk-In Shower Installation Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $2,460 | $5,330 | $9,840 |
| Alaska | $3,840 | $8,320 | $15,360 |
| Arizona | $2,850 | $6,175 | $11,400 |
| Arkansas | $2,400 | $5,200 | $9,600 |
| California | $4,050 | $8,775 | $16,200 |
| Colorado | $3,240 | $7,020 | $12,960 |
| Connecticut | $3,660 | $7,930 | $14,640 |
| Delaware | $3,150 | $6,825 | $12,600 |
| Florida | $2,940 | $6,370 | $11,760 |
| Georgia | $2,700 | $5,850 | $10,800 |
| Hawaii | $4,260 | $9,230 | $17,040 |
| Idaho | $2,760 | $5,980 | $11,040 |
| Illinois | $3,150 | $6,825 | $12,600 |
| Indiana | $2,640 | $5,720 | $10,560 |
| Iowa | $2,580 | $5,590 | $10,320 |
| Kansas | $2,550 | $5,525 | $10,200 |
| Kentucky | $2,520 | $5,460 | $10,080 |
| Louisiana | $2,610 | $5,655 | $10,440 |
| Maine | $3,060 | $6,630 | $12,240 |
| Maryland | $3,450 | $7,475 | $13,800 |
| Massachusetts | $3,900 | $8,450 | $15,600 |
| Michigan | $2,760 | $5,980 | $11,040 |
| Minnesota | $3,060 | $6,630 | $12,240 |
| Mississippi | $2,340 | $5,070 | $9,360 |
| Missouri | $2,610 | $5,655 | $10,440 |
| Montana | $2,850 | $6,175 | $11,400 |
| Nebraska | $2,640 | $5,720 | $10,560 |
| Nevada | $3,060 | $6,630 | $12,240 |
| New Hampshire | $3,360 | $7,280 | $13,440 |
| New Jersey | $3,750 | $8,125 | $15,000 |
| New Mexico | $2,700 | $5,850 | $10,800 |
| New York | $3,960 | $8,580 | $15,840 |
| North Carolina | $2,700 | $5,850 | $10,800 |
| North Dakota | $2,700 | $5,850 | $10,800 |
| Ohio | $2,700 | $5,850 | $10,800 |
| Oklahoma | $2,490 | $5,395 | $9,960 |
| Oregon | $3,300 | $7,150 | $13,200 |
| Pennsylvania | $3,060 | $6,630 | $12,240 |
| Rhode Island | $3,450 | $7,475 | $13,800 |
| South Carolina | $2,610 | $5,655 | $10,440 |
| South Dakota | $2,550 | $5,525 | $10,200 |
| Tennessee | $2,580 | $5,590 | $10,320 |
| Texas | $2,790 | $6,045 | $11,160 |
| Utah | $2,850 | $6,175 | $11,400 |
| Vermont | $3,240 | $7,020 | $12,960 |
| Virginia | $3,150 | $6,825 | $12,600 |
| Washington | $3,450 | $7,475 | $13,800 |
| West Virginia | $2,400 | $5,200 | $9,600 |
| Wisconsin | $2,820 | $6,110 | $11,280 |
| Wyoming | $2,760 | $5,980 | $11,040 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Does removing a bathtub hurt resale value?
It depends. A home should have at least one bathtub (especially with multiple bathrooms). Converting a second or third bathroom's tub to a walk-in shower actually increases value. A master bath walk-in shower is now preferred by most buyers over a tub.
How long does walk-in shower installation take?
Prefab/acrylic: 1-3 days. Custom tile: 5-10 days (including waterproofing cure time and grout drying). Allow extra time if plumbing needs to be moved.
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