A tub to shower conversion costs $1,200 to $8,000
Angi puts the national average at about $3,000. A prefab acrylic shower in the old tub space is the low end. Tile walls, a glass door and a curbless floor push toward $8,000 and beyond. Doing some of it yourself can save $1,000 or more.
Cost by scope
| Prefab acrylic or fiberglass shower | Toward the low end of $1,200 to $8,000. |
|---|---|
| Tile walls and a glass door | Toward the high end. |
| Curbless or walk in | More than a standard stall, because part of the floor has to come out. |
| Stone surfaces | Quartz, granite and marble cost more than tile. |
| Extras | Permits, plumbing changes and hauling away the tub add to the total. |
| The reverse job | Block Renovation puts turning a shower back into a tub at $3,000 to $10,500 in 2026. |
What pushes a quote up
| Surround | One piece acrylic is fast. Tile takes days of labor. |
|---|---|
| Drain and valve | Moving the drain or the valve adds plumbing. |
| Floor | A curbless floor needs the subfloor lowered. |
| Glass | A frameless glass door can cost as much as the surround. |
| What is behind the tub | Rot under an old tub shows up only when it comes out. |
Tub to shower conversion cost by region
| Lower cost states | $950 to $6,400. Alabama, Arkansas, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, Oklahoma, Tennessee, West Virginia and most rural areas. |
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| Average cost states | $1,200 to $8,000. Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Michigan, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Virginia and most mid size cities. |
| Higher cost states | $1,550 to $10,400. California, Connecticut, Hawaii, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York, Washington, plus big metros such as Chicago, Denver and Washington DC. |
These rows are our estimate. We took the typical national range and adjusted it for local labor costs, which run about 20 percent lower in the cheapest states and about 30 percent higher in the dearest ones. Older homes with cast iron tubs cost more to demolish.
Think about resale before the tub goes
Many buyers with young children want at least one tub in the house. If this is your only tub, a conversion can narrow your buyer pool when you sell. If you have another tub elsewhere, converting the second bath is usually a safe choice. That is why Block Renovation also writes about the reverse job, turning a shower back into a tub, at $3,000 to $10,500.
For older owners, a walk in shower is often the reason for the job. A low curb or curbless entry and grab bars cost a little more now and can let someone stay in their home for years.
Kit or custom
An acrylic kit made to fit a standard 60 inch tub space is the fastest and cheapest option. A tiled shower gives you any size and look, at several times the labor.
Why this costs more in 2026
Acrylic and fiberglass shower pans are petroleum based, and tile, glass and fixtures all ship by truck.
Fuel is the common thread. AAA's national average for diesel passed $6 a gallon for the first time on September 11, 2026, up from about $3.70 a year earlier (CBS 8 reporting AAA). Every truck roll and every delivery carries that. Materials moved too. Associated Builders and Contractors reported construction input prices up 4.8 percent in a year as of March 2026, the largest annual gain since January 2023, and the Associated General Contractors said diesel jumped 37.8 percent in one month, the largest one month rise since 1990 (Roofing Contractor, April 2026). Some suppliers added freight surcharges this year. Ask how long your quote is good for.
How to judge the quote in your hand
- Ask kit or tile. The price gap is large.
- Check the waterproofing behind tile. Ask what membrane they use.
- Ask if the drain moves. That is plumbing time.
- Check the glass price as its own line.
- Ask about rot. Get the rate for subfloor repair in writing.
Ways to pay less
- Use the tub footprint. Keep the drain where it is.
- Choose an acrylic surround.
- Pick a framed or curtain enclosure over frameless glass.
- Do the demolition yourself if you are able.
What will this cost me?
Pick the job, your state's cost level and the last detail. The estimate updates as you change them.
An estimate built from published 2026 cost guides. It is not a quote. Get a written quote before work starts.
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How much does it cost to convert a tub to a shower?
$1,200 to $8,000, about $3,000 on average, according to Angi.
Is a tub to shower conversion worth it?
Often, if another bathroom keeps a tub. With only one tub, it can narrow buyers at resale.
How much does a walk in shower conversion cost?
More than a standard conversion, because the floor has to be lowered for a curbless entry.
Can I DIY a tub to shower conversion?
Some owners do the demolition and kit install. It can save $1,000 or more, according to Angi.
How long does a tub to shower conversion take?
A kit can take a day or two. A tiled shower can take a week or more.