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Bathroom Faucet Replacement Cost: What to Budget in 2026
The faucet, the labor, and the small parts in between — here’s a clear read on what a new bathroom faucet really costs.
The short answer
Most bathroom faucet replacements land between $200 and $500 all-in in 2026. The faucet drives the spread — anywhere from about $20 for a builder-basic model to $200–$600 for a solid-brass designer piece — and professional labor adds roughly $130–$350. Swap it yourself and you save the labor; a like-for-like change is about an hour’s work.
What goes into the cost
| Line item | Typical 2026 range |
|---|---|
| The bathroom faucet | $20 – $250 (brass $200–$600) |
| Professional labor | $130 – $350 |
| Plumber / handyperson rate | $75–$150 / $50–$80 per hr |
| All-in (faucet + install) | $200 – $500 |
Ranges reflect 2026 national averages from Angi, HomeGuide, and Homewyse. The single biggest variable is the faucet you pick — and, right behind it, whether your sink’s hole configuration matches the new faucet.
Faucet type sets the price
Bathroom faucets are sold by how they mount to the sink, and each style carries its own price band:
- Single-hole — one handle, one hole; the simplest and usually the most affordable to buy and install.
- Centerset — handles and spout on one 4-inch base; a common builder layout.
- Widespread (3-hole) — separate handles spread 8–16 inches; a more custom, higher-end look. See our widespread faucet guide for when it’s worth it.
- Vessel — a tall spout sized to clear an above-counter vessel sink.
- Wall-mount — mounts to the wall above the basin; higher install cost because the valve is behind the wall.
Finish matters too: a matte black or brushed-gold faucet typically costs a little more than chrome or brushed nickel, but installs the same way.
Where VIGO lands on price
Here are four in-stock VIGO bathroom faucets and their 2026 prices — solid-brass builds with a limited lifetime warranty, in finishes from brushed nickel to matte black.
Davidson Single-Hole
$129.90
Amada Single-Hole
$149.90
Amada Vessel Faucet
$189.90
At $130–$190, these sit in the middle of the “faucet” line above — well under a designer brass piece, but built to outlast the $20–$40 bin faucet you’d otherwise be replacing again in a few years. Add labor (or DIY) and the total stays comfortably inside the $200–$500 range.
DIY or hire out?
A like-for-like bathroom faucet swap — same hole count, working shut-offs — is one of the easiest plumbing jobs and takes roughly an hour, saving the entire $130–$350 labor line. Bring in a pro when you’re changing hole configurations (single-hole to widespread), the shut-off valves won’t close, or you’re going wall-mount and the valve sits behind the wall.
Spend where it lasts
The number that actually saves you money is the one you don’t pay twice. A ceramic-disc cartridge and a real metal body are what separate a faucet you keep for fifteen years from one that drips in three — so the mid-range faucet is often the lowest true cost over time.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a bathroom faucet?
Typically $200–$500 all-in for 2026 — roughly $20–$250 for a standard faucet (more for solid brass) plus $130–$350 for professional installation. Doing it yourself removes the labor cost.
Can I replace a bathroom faucet myself?
Yes — a like-for-like swap is a beginner-friendly job that takes about an hour with an adjustable wrench and a basin wrench, saving $100–$250 in labor.
Does a widespread faucet cost more to install?
A little. Widespread (3-hole) and wall-mount faucets take more time to set than a single-hole model, so labor runs toward the higher end of the range.
Is a more expensive bathroom faucet worth it?
Often, yes. A ceramic-disc cartridge and a metal body resist drips and finish wear, so a mid-range faucet frequently costs less over its life than a bargain one replaced twice.
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Compare single-hole, widespread, and vessel bathroom faucets by finish and price.
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