True Cost Guide Bathrooms Install a Vanity

How Much Does It Cost to Install a Vanity?

Typical Range:

$12,210 - $33,274

Cost data is based on research by HomeAdvisor.

Updated March 28, 2022

Reviewed by Andy Kilborn, Expert Home Building and Remodeling Contributor.

Written by HomeAdvisor.

Bathroom Vanity Installation Costs

the average cost to install a vanity is $1,500 or $300 to $3,800.

Installing a new bathroom vanity costs $300 to $3,800, about $1,500 on average. The individual units come in two styles: premade vanities for $100 to $2,600 or custom build at $500 to $2,800. Installation runs from $200 to $1,000 per vanity.

A bathroom vanity contains a sink, faucet, and a cupboard to conceal the plumbing. Some may also feature a mirror and cabinets above the sink. There are many different sizes and designs to suit your home. You can buy prefabricated or hire a builder to create a custom one.

Given the physical effort required to build and install the individual components, you should hire a pro for the work. This is especially important if you must change your plumbing to fit the new vanity.

Average Cost to Install a Vanity

Average Cost	$1,500
High Cost	$3,800
Low Cost	$300

Premade Vanity Costs

The cost to buy a premade vanity ranges from $100 to $2,600. This expense varies based on size, materials used, and added features. Most premade vanities come with a precut countertop. The top can be the largest factor in the unit's total cost. Models with cultured marble may run significantly less than styles with granite, marble slab or quartz.

**Premade Vanity Prices by Size**
Size	Cost
2.5' Single	$100 – $500
4' Single	$400 – $700
5' Single	$500 – $1,800
5' Double	$550 – $1,900
6' Single	$800 – $2,100
5' Double	$600 – $2,200
Larger Double	$1,500 – $2,600

Premade Vanity Tops

If the premade vanity you want does not come with a top, you can pay an extra $40 to $200 for one. This price typically includes a cultured marble countertop with a built-in sink. Before buying this product, make sure that it will fit the cabinet.

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Custom Bathroom Vanity Cost

Hiring a professional to build your vanity runs $500 to $2,800. The range includes construction of the unit but not installation. Unlike the premade vanities, custom styles usually require you to pay separately for a top. This approach typically requires the following tasks:

Build a Custom Vanity: $500–$2,800
Countertop Materials: $5–$135 per square foot
Installation: $200–$1,000
Cost to Hire a Plumber to run a water and drain line: $45–$200 per hour

Many pros can design, build and install the cabinet for you, but you may need to arrange for a plumber separately.

Price of a Bathroom Vanity Top

The cost for a bathroom vanity top ranges from $5 to $135 per square foot. The price depends on the material, number of sinks, and whether the sinks are built-in or separate.

**Countertop Prices per Square Foot**
Material	Price
Granite	$5 – $60
Quartz	$75
Cultured Marble	$65
Concrete	$65 – $135
Corian	$42 – $65
Composite	$75 – $120
Laminate	$53
Porcelain or Ceramic Tile	$6.50 – $19

Granite Vanity Top

The cost of granite countertops runs $5 to $60 per square foot. Homeowners can expect to pay $5 to $15 per square foot for granite tile, and $40 to $60 per square foot for a slab. It's a popular option but requires additional care to minimize moisture absorption.

Quartz Vanity Top Price

The average to buy quartz countertops sits at $75 per square foot. Quartz is more moisture-resistant than granite, making it an ideal choice for bathrooms.

Cost of Cultured Marble Vanity

The expense for a cultured marble countertop averages $65 per square foot. For premade vanities, cultured marble is the standard. This material offers similar colors and styles of marble slabs at a lower cost.

Concrete Top

The price of concrete countertops ranges from $65 to $135 per square foot. Concrete presents a trendy look that is hard-wearing and relatively easy to maintain. Homeowners should confirm that the cabinet can support the weight since this material is very heavy.

Composite

Stone composite countertops cost $75 to $120 per square foot. Like quartz, these countertops mix crushed stone with resins to provide a solid surface that may be easier to maintain than a single slab of rock.

Corian

Corian countertops cost $42 to $65 per square foot. Corian is a kind of composite counter material, with a combination of metal and plastic resin. Homeowners like it for its nonporous surface, simple maintenance, and color selection.

Laminate

Laminate countertops cost $53 per square foot on average, before installation. Laminate is also a composite. It's made of paper, wood, and resin to form a smooth surface. People prefer it due to its affordability and smooth surface.

Porcelain or Ceramic Tile

The price of a porcelain or ceramic tile countertop runs about $6.50 to $19 per square foot. This breaks down to $0.50 to $10 per square foot for the tiles, plus another $6 to $9 per square foot for materials needed to lay the counter.

Average Cost to Install a Vanity

Installation costs for a bathroom vanity range from $200 to $1,000. This depends on the size of the cabinet, number of sinks, materials, and other tasks needed to prepare the space for installation. Labor expenses are usually billed by the project, but some pros prefer to charge an average $100 to $150 per hour. If you already have plumbing lines ready for sink and faucet hookups, your installer may be able to perform all the work without a certified plumber.

Cutting Vanity Stone Top

Cutting a solid slab to the right dimensions with a hole for a sink comes as part of the total labor expense. Intricate shapes and edges take more time, costing more as a result. Most contractors get stone countertop materials from a fabricator. They may have the fabricator cut the piece to size or do it themselves.

Labor Cost to Install Vanity Sink & Faucet

The price to install a bathroom sink averages $380, not including the price of the sink itself. Cost factors depend on the type and number of sinks, with ornate or large sinks often running more. The process includes:

Attaching the sink to the counter surface
Assembling and placing the faucet
Connecting plumbing lines to the sink and faucet
Testing the fixtures for proper function

New Double Vanity Installation

Larger vanities can cost up to $1,000 because it takes pros longer to complete these tasks:

Assemble the cabinets
Cut holes for plumbing
Place cabinets
Size counter material to specifications
Adhere top to cabinet
Secure vanity to wall
Install sink and faucet

Additional Installation Cost Factors

If your bathroom is not already built to suit the vanity, you may need to hire a pro to do some additional work. These jobs include:

Cost to remove a wall: $1,000
Price to install new plumbing lines: $1,000
Average to install a backsplash: $1.50–$30 per square foot
Cost to adjust flooring and trim: $300–$1,100

“If the new vanity is a different size or depth, it may require adjusting the flooring or trim,” Andrew Kilborn, Expert Review Member and Owner of Andy's Handyman, said. “A new vanity could also require repairing the wall.”

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Cost to Replace a Bathroom Vanity

Replacing a bathroom vanity costs around $665 to $3,300, depending on the services you need. Replacement includes removing and disposing of the old unit, replacing a small section of plumbing if necessary, and installing the new vanity.

**Bathroom Vanity Replacement Costs Calculator**
Task	Cost
Remove Old Unit	$100 – $400
Dispose of Materials	$15 – $100
Replace Plumbing Pipes	$350 – $1,800
Install New Vanity	$200 – $1,000
Total:	$665 – $3,300

Removal & Disposal

The cost to remove a vanity runs $115 to $500. The size of the unit and the countertop material can be the largest factors affecting the price. Larger sizes, especially those with a heavy stone or concrete slab, take longer to dismantle. The removal expense typically includes the disposal of the old unit.

Cost to Change a Single Vanity to a Double

A double vanity costs about $750 to $3,200 for the new unit and installation. If you don't already have the square footage available, you should consider hiring a bathroom remodeler to design and build the space. You will also need to hire a plumber at $45 to $200 per hour to run a new plumbing line to the second sink and move the current line if needed.

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DIY vs. Hiring a Builder & Installer

Although homeowners should seriously consider hiring a pro for this work, it is possible to DIY this project for simple designs. Larger or more expensive bathroom vanities may need an expert for accuracy and safety. Installation runs $200 to $1,000 per vanity. Pro services include careful handling of delicate materials, as well as correct assembly and placement of heavy equipment. It is easy to make big mistakes while installing a solid surface countertop, so you may be better off hiring a bathroom pro near me.

FAQs

How can I buy a replacement vanity?

Buying a pre-made vanity with a built-in sink is probably the easiest way to replace your existing design. Many prefabricated units are meant to stand alone and connect easily to your bathroom plumbing. If you can't find one that meets your needs, get a quote from a custom builder.