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Bathroom Sink Replacement Cost: Vessel, Drop-In & Undermount in 2026
What a new bathroom sink actually costs — the basin, the labor, and why a vessel sink can swing the number more than any other choice.
The short answer
Replacing a bathroom sink runs $280 to $1,200 all-in in 2026, including removing the old basin, the new sink, and labor. The sink itself spans a huge range — roughly $40 to $1,200 — and professional labor is about $200 to $500. A straightforward drop-in swap is the cheapest; a vessel sink or a new countertop cutout costs more because it takes more time.
What goes into the cost
| Line item | Typical 2026 range |
|---|---|
| The sink (any type) | $40 – $1,200 |
| Installation labor | $200 – $500 |
| Old-sink removal & disposal | $30 – $150 |
| Vessel install (all-in) | $250 – $2,000 |
| All-in (typical replacement) | $280 – $1,200 |
Figures reflect 2026 averages from HomeGuide, Angi, and Homewyse. The install style — and whether the countertop needs cutting — moves the number more than the basin’s sticker price.
Cost by sink type
- Drop-in — drops into an existing hole with a rim on top; the fastest, cheapest swap.
- Undermount — mounts below a solid countertop for a seamless edge; more labor, and it needs a stone or solid-surface top.
- Vessel — sits above the counter like a bowl; a design statement that pairs with a tall faucet. A vessel sink can raise or lower install cost depending on whether the counter already has the right hole.
- Pedestal / wall-mount — no vanity; plumbing shows, so it’s fussier to set cleanly.
Vessel sinks: the cost curve
Vessel installs range from about $250 to $2,000 because the variable isn’t the bowl — it’s the counter. Set a vessel on a vanity already drilled for it and labor is modest. Cut a new hole, route a cabinet, or swap the countertop, and the job stretches to 6–8 hours. The upside: because the basin sits on top, a vessel is often an easier way to refresh a bathroom than tearing into a stone top for an undermount.
Match the faucet to the basin
A vessel sink needs a taller vessel faucet or a wall-mount spout to clear the raised rim — budget for it alongside the sink so you’re not surprised at checkout. Standard vanity height plus a tall vessel means measuring the finished basin height before you pick a spout.
Where VIGO lands on price
Three in-stock VIGO bathroom vessel sinks — a rectangular glass, a round glass, and a matte-stone design — and their 2026 prices:
Starr Matte Stone
$169.90
Sottile Rectangular Glass
$124.90
Giovanni Round Glass
$109.90
At roughly $110–$170, these land well inside the “sink” line above — a modern glass or matte-stone basin for the price of a plain builder drop-in. Add labor (and a vessel faucet) and the total stays in the typical replacement range.
How to keep the cost down
- Match the existing footprint. A drop-in that fits the current hole avoids countertop work entirely.
- Reuse the drain location. Keeping the P-trap and shut-offs where they are saves plumbing time.
- Buy the faucet with the sink. One trip, one install, no return for a spout that’s too short for a vessel.
- Pick a durable surface. Tempered glass and matte stone shrug off daily use, so you’re not paying to do it again.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a bathroom sink?
Typically $280–$1,200 all-in for 2026, covering old-sink removal, a new basin ($40–$1,200), and $200–$500 in labor. Style and whether the countertop needs cutting drive the spread.
How much does it cost to install a vessel sink?
About $250–$2,000. On a counter already drilled for it, labor is modest; cutting a new hole or routing the cabinet can push the job to 6–8 hours.
Do vessel sinks need a special faucet?
Yes — a taller vessel faucet or a wall-mount spout to clear the raised rim. Measure the finished basin height before choosing one.
Is a vessel sink harder to install than a drop-in?
Only if the counter isn’t ready for it. On an existing vessel-drilled top the effort is similar; a new cutout adds time and cost.
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