A bathroom vanity installed costs $770–$1,060 for a stock unit at BathCalc’s 2026 model rates, $1,360–$1,890 semi-custom, and $2,470–$3,420 custom. Plumbing moves and countertop work are the biggest add-ons.
| Stock | Semi-custom | Custom |
|---|---|---|
| $770–$1,060 | $1,360–$1,890 | $2,470–$3,420 |
| Vanity unit (stock) | $500 |
| Installation labor | $400 |
Range covers typical contractor and handyman quotes for this scope.
What a vanity costs by tier
Baseline model rates — the same model the calculator runs, before your region and plumbing adjustments.
| Scope | Stock | Semi-custom | Custom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Like-for-like swap | $770 – $1,060 | $1,360 – $1,890 | $2,470 – $3,420 |
| + faucet & haul | $1,190 – $1,650 | $1,790 – $2,480 | $2,890 – $4,010 |
| + plumbing move | $2,470 – $3,420 | $3,060 – $4,250 | $4,170 – $5,780 |
Ranges include the vanity unit and standard installation with existing plumbing, contiguous U.S. See methodology.
Labor rates you'll actually see quoted
| Trade | Hourly rate |
|---|---|
| Handyman (swap-only jobs) | $50–$80 / hr |
| Plumber (supply & drain work) | $45–$150 / hr |
| Like-for-like swap, total labor | $150–$700 |
What moves the price most
- Unit tier. Stock units start near $500; semi-custom and custom cabinetry multiply from there.
- Plumbing moves. Relocating supply and drain runs $400–$2,200 (about $1,500 average) — the biggest add-on.
- Countertop & sink. Upgrading tops (quartz, vessel sinks) adds $300–$1,000 over builder-grade.
- Removal & haul. $150–$500 to demo and dispose of the old cabinet.
- Regional labor rates. The same install runs −10% in the Midwest to +18% in the Northeast.
Typical timeline
| Scope | Typical duration |
|---|---|
| Like-for-like swap | 3–5 hours |
| New faucet + new supply lines | Half a day |
| With plumbing move | 1–2 days |
Vanity installation questions
How much does it cost to install a bathroom vanity?
A stock unit installed runs $770–$1,060 at BathCalc’s 2026 model rates; semi-custom $1,360–$1,890 and custom $2,470–$3,420. Total project bands run $300–$3,800 depending on tier and plumbing.
How much is labor to replace a vanity?
A handyman charges $50–$80 an hour and a plumber $45–$150 an hour. A like-for-like swap runs $150–$700 in labor depending on market and access.
What does moving vanity plumbing cost?
$400–$2,200 with about $1,500 average for relocating supply and drain lines — the single biggest add-on in a vanity project.
How long does a vanity installation take?
A like-for-like swap takes 3–5 hours. Faucet assembly and new supply lines add time; a plumbing move stretches the job to 1–2 days.
Stock or custom — which is worth it?
Stock fits standard 24–60 inch openings and costs least. Custom earns its price in odd footprints, double sinks, and primary-bath storage upgrades.
Does a new vanity need a permit?
A like-for-like swap usually doesn't. Moving drains or adding circuits does — $100–$500, typically pulled by your contractor.
How we price these estimates
Midpoint = vanity allowance + $400 installation labor + selected options, then multiplied by the regional factor. Vanity allowances are $500 stock, $1,200 semi-custom or $2,500 custom. A plumbing move adds $1,500; faucet installation adds $200; removal and haul-away add $300.
These are BathCalc model assumptions, not a survey of contractor bids. The range is 85%–118% of the midpoint, rounded to the nearest $10; it is a planning allowance, not a statistical confidence interval. Regional factors are baseline 1.00, Northeast 1.18, West 1.12, South 0.92 and Midwest 0.90; they do not replace ZIP-code quotes.
Scope reference: Homewyse bathroom vanity installation scope. Reference scopes and dates can differ from this model; the linked page does not independently validate every BathCalc rate. Compare demolition, disposal, waterproofing, tax, permits and structural repairs explicitly when requesting itemized quotes. Model documentation updated . Report a pricing or scope correction.
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