In New York, most walk-in shower projects cost between $3,000 and $10,000 per job, with a typical price near $6,000. Local labour, permits and materials move the final price, so treat the range below as a planning guide.
Typical walk-in shower cost
$3,000 – $10,000
per job · typical $6,000
A general planning range, not a quotation.
Walk-in shower cost breakdown
- Acrylic prefab$2,500 – $5,000typical $3,500
- Tile shower with door$5,000 – $10,000typical $7,000
- Curbless custom$8,000 – $15,000typical $11,000
At a glance
- Typical range$3,000 – $10,000
- Unitper job
- Cities covered32
What Walk-In Showers costs
Cost includes demolition, waterproofing, tile or acrylic pan, glass door, and plumbing. Custom tile work raises price. Curbless designs require floor modification.
By city in New York
- Albany
- Binghamton
- Brentwood
- Bronx
- Brooklyn
- Buffalo
- Central Islip
- Commack
- Coram
- East Meadow
- Elmira
- Elmont
- Freeport
- Glens Falls
- Hicksville
- Levittown
- Manhattan
- Mount Vernon
- New Rochelle
- New York
- Niagara Falls
- Poughkeepsie
- Queens
- Saratoga Springs
- Schenectady
- Staten Island
- Syracuse
- Utica
- Valley Stream
- West Babylon
- White Plains
- Yonkers
Frequently asked questions
Is a walk-in shower more expensive than a tub?
Often yes, because of waterproofing and glass. A basic acrylic unit can be comparable.
What adds to the cost?
Custom tile, linear drains, heated floors, and frameless glass doors all increase price.
How can I save money?
Choose a standard size prefab unit and avoid moving plumbing. Get multiple quotes.