Replacing a shower in Benton, AR typically costs $10,000 to $18,000 installed. A standard acrylic shower in the same footprint sits near the low end, and stone look walls, glass doors and larger custom sizes move it up. The old shower comes out and the new base and grout free walls go in, usually within one to two days.
What should shower replacement cost in Benton, AR? That depends on how far you take the scope, the materials you select, and what condition things are in now. This page lays out typical local pricing, the cost drivers that matter, and the way we manage the job end to end.
Benton looks like a young suburb on paper and turns out to have one of the strongest cases for an accessible bathroom anywhere in Saline County. The housing is fairly new. Census American Community Survey 2019 to 2023 estimates put the median home at 1995, with 42.2 percent built in 2000 or later and 19.1 percent since 2010. Only 15.3 percent of residents are 65 or older, a little below the state. But among the older residents who are here, the needs run high: 44.3 percent report a disability, 31.6 percent an ambulatory difficulty, and 14.8 percent a self care difficulty, meaning trouble bathing or dressing without help. The Arkansas figures for those last two are 26.4 and 8.6 percent. A self care figure that high usually means someone in the house is helping a parent or spouse bathe, and that changes what a good shower looks like. A caregiver needs room to stand beside the seat, a handheld shower head that reaches without a stretch, grab bars placed for two people, and a threshold low enough to step over easily. A standard builder tub from the 1990s offers none of that. Benton is the Saline County seat and one of the older towns in the region, settled in the 1830s and once known for its salt works and for pottery made from local kaolin clay, so the core of town has older houses mixed among the newer subdivisions; about 14.6 percent of homes predate 1960. Those older homes tend to have smaller baths where a full accessible layout has to be planned inch by inch, while a 2000s house usually has a five foot tub alcove that converts cleanly to a low threshold shower without moving the drain. Owner occupancy sits at 65 percent and the median home value is about $199,400, which puts most Benton projects in the practical middle: a tub to shower conversion or a safety upgrade to an existing shower rather than a full rebuild. Homeowners here can reach the Little Rock showroom on West Markham in a little under half an hour, and the Hot Springs showroom is also within reach, so most choose whichever is closer to work. The measuring visit is where seat height, bar locations and the swing of the door get settled, and it is worth having the caregiver there for it. Independent living difficulty, which Census defines as trouble running errands alone, is reported by 19.8 percent of Benton residents 65 and older compared with 15.1 percent statewide. That is a household where family is already involved, and the bathroom plan should be made with them in the room.
Census figures put the median Benton home at about 31 years old, built around 1995. There are roughly 15,705 housing units here with a median value near $199,400. That makes Benton largely late century construction. Plumbing, wiring, and subfloors are usually close to current practice, and interiors from this period are reaching the end of their first round of finishes, which is the normal time for an update rather than a sign that anything was done wrong. A large share of occupied homes here are rented, so scheduling and approvals often run through an owner or a property manager rather than the person who answers the door. We are used to that, and we keep both parties on the same email so nothing stalls. Values in Benton sit toward the lower end of the markets we serve, so the question is usually which option returns the most service life per dollar, and we will show you the point where spending more stops paying for itself. Those numbers are the starting point for how we plan shower replacement projects in Benton. Figures are U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
The table shows typical prices for a complete shower replacement, from tear out to fixtures. Upgrades move you to a higher row.
| Shower option | Typical installed price |
|---|---|
| Shower replacement, standard to custom size | $10,000 to $18,000 |
| Low step walk in shower, low threshold | $15,000 to $24,000 |
Figures are typical ranges and vary by project. Your free in home consultation sets the exact price.
Bath Planet of Arkansas measures your project and gives you a clear written estimate at no cost.
We are a local bath and shower installer and we stand behind every job. You are not handed off to a subcontractor. Every job follows the same disciplined process:
Cracked fiberglass, a leak that shows up on the ceiling below, grout that crumbles or a base that flexes are the usual signs. Patching buys time, but water behind the walls tends to spread. A replacement takes out the old shower down to the studs where needed and puts in a new base with grout free panels, typically in one to two days in Benton, AR.
Bath Planet of Arkansas works across the Benton area, including:
Benton is about 22 miles from the Little Rock showroom at 6000 W Markham St, Little Rock, AR 72205, roughly 29 minutes by car. That is close enough that many people drive over to compare wall patterns and fixtures for a shower replacement project before the in home measurement, though nothing requires it.
From the job cards filed after each install, nearest first:
July 2026, in Hot Springs, about 28 miles away: A deteriorating shower surround presented a significant challenge in the bathroom renovation. We expertly removed the old surround and installed a new smooth wall system, enhancing both functionality and aesthetics. The installation included a Delta In2ition shower fixture, a composite seat, grab bars for safety, and a niche shelf for convenience. This transformation improved the overall shower experience, ensuring lasting quality and style.
September 2026, in Conway, about 35 miles away: A dated shower surround was detracting from the bathroom's appeal and functionality. We removed the old surround and installed a new smooth wall system featuring a stunning travertine finish. The upgrade included a 60x32 left hand white base, sleek Everest clear bypass doors, and modern Delta fixtures. Additionally, we added a niche shelf and installed two grab bars for enhanced safety, transforming the shower space into a stylish and accessible retreat.
Acrylic panels clean with a soft cloth and a mild, non abrasive cleaner, and there is no grout to seal or scrub. The panels carry Microban antimicrobial protection, which helps resist mold and mildew on the surface. A shower replacement typically costs $10,000 to $18,000 installed.
Yes, and it is one of the most common jobs. The old walls and mortar bed come out, the framing is checked, and custom made acrylic panels with no grout lines go up over a new base. A shower replacement typically costs $10,000 to $18,000 installed and takes one to two days.
A shower replacement in Benton, AR typically costs $10,000 to $18,000 installed. A standard acrylic replacement in the same footprint sits near the low end, and glass doors, upgraded fixtures, stone look or patterned walls and larger custom sizes move it up. A low step walk in shower typically runs $15,000 to $24,000.
Water damage behind the walls is repaired before the new shower goes in, because new panels over wet or rotted framing will not last. The repair is priced separately once the old walls are open, and it can move a job toward the upper end of the typical $10,000 to $18,000 range. The consultant looks for signs of it during the free visit.
Showers from Bath Planet of Arkansas carry the Bath Planet limited lifetime warranty on the acrylic base and wall panels, and Bath Planet of Arkansas backs the installation, subject to the written terms. Typical installed prices run $10,000 to $18,000, and installs usually take one to two days.
Most shower replacements take one to two days. The old base and walls come out, any damage behind them is repaired, and the new base, panels and fixtures go in. Removing a mortar bed shower or fixing rotted framing can add time, and that is written into the price.
The median Benton home was built around 1995 per Census American Community Survey data, so a large share of the housing stock is 31 or more years old. That is the age where shower replacement and the other big updates come due, and it is the work Bath Planet of Arkansas does every week.
Benton looks like a young suburb on paper and turns out to have one of the strongest cases for an accessible bathroom anywhere in Saline County. Bath Planet of Arkansas plans around those specifics from the first visit.
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