Replacing a shower pan costs $1,620 on average, with most jobs between $900 and $2,300.1 A basic fiberglass swap can start near $530, while a large custom pan reaches $4,600.1 Prices below are national averages* for 2026.
*National averages, not local quotes. Your price depends on pan type and size, the drain, water damage under the old pan and local labor rates.
$1,620
average (Angi)
$900–$2,300
most jobs (Angi)
$1,536–$2,967
per pan (Homewyse)
$350–$570
labor, basic swap (TOH)
What sources say
| Source | Figure | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angi | $1,620 average, $900 – $2,300 | Range $530 – $4,600 |
| This Old House | $220 – $3,500 | Same pan prices and size table as Angi, so one dataset; assumes no major plumbing |
| Homewyse | $1,536 – $2,967 per pan | Tile-ready pan, labor, supplies and equipment |
| Oakwood Remodel | $1,400 – $3,500 modular, $3,500 – $7,500 tiled | A remodeling contractor’s estimate, not survey data |
The wide spread is mostly pan type. A modular pan that unbolts is the clean case, while a tiled pan means cutting tile, relining and re-waterproofing, which Oakwood prices well above the others.1,2,3,4
Pan cost by size (Angi)
| Size (inches) | Pan cost |
|---|---|
| 32×32 | $150 – $250 |
| 36×36 | $150 – $600 |
| 48×48 | $200 – $700 |
| Custom | $900 – $2,000 |
Pan cost by type (Angi)
| Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Fiberglass | $150 – $450 |
| Acrylic | $200 – $600 |
| Natural stone | $200 – $950 |
| Cast iron | $800 – $1,300 |
| Tile-over | $500 – $800 |
| Poured mud | $350 – $650 |
| Hot mop | $225 – $500 |
| Custom tile | $900 – $3,500 |
| Custom stone | $1,200 – $2,000 |
Angi’s table starts natural stone at $150 while its text and This Old House say $200, so the guide uses $200.1,2
Extras that add to the bill
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| Remove and dispose of old pan (TOH) | About $250 |
| Permit if required (TOH) | $30 – $500 |
| Permits (Angi) | $150 – $500 |
| Framing and subfloor repair (Oakwood) | $400 – $1,200 |
| New drain assembly (Oakwood) | $250 – $700 |
| Matching or accent tile (Oakwood) | $300 – $900 |
| Full shower rebuild (Oakwood) | $9,000 – $18,000 |
This Old House says a basic install takes about four hours, and a DIY fiberglass job can cost as little as $220 to $520.2
DIY or hire
A prefab fiberglass or acrylic pan is within reach for a handy homeowner who has the tools, according to This Old House.2 A tiled or mud pan involves waterproofing that fails quietly, so hire a pro for those, and for any new drain line or rot repair. Home Depot’s shower pans category lists base sizes and styles.
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All cost guides
Sources
1. Angi — Shower Pan Replacement Cost
2. This Old House — Cost to Install a Shower Pan
3. Homewyse — Cost to Install Shower Pan
4. Oakwood Remodel — Replacing a Shower Pan Only