Garbage Disposal Replacement Cost
$180 – $630A typical garbage disposal replacement costs about $180 to $630 in the U.S. That covers a replacement disposal on existing plumbing and wiring. The range reflects parts, job difficulty and local labor rates.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $100 | $350 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 1 | 2 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $77 | $138 |
| Estimated total | $180 | $630 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the national median wage from BLS (2025, $30.67 an hour) times 2.5 to 4.5 to cover payroll costs, overhead, travel and profit. How we estimate
What our assumptions are based on
| Item | Sourced figure | Basis | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Labor hours | 1 – 4 | 1 to 4 hours (This Old House); 2 to 4 hours for a replacement including removal (Fixr); 1 to 3 hours (Bob Vila). | This Old House, Fixr, Bob Vila |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| This Old House | $150 | $950 | Buying and installing a new disposal. Page dated June 2026. |
| Fixr | $300 | $600 | National range, installed. Page dated January 2025. |
| Bob Vila | $150 | $950 | Replacement, citing Angi. Page dated July 2022. |
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Estimated cost by state
| State | Plumber median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $28.21 | $170 | $600 |
| Alaska | $45.15 | $210 | $760 |
| Arizona | $29.84 | $170 | $620 |
| Arkansas | $23.39 | $160 | $560 |
| California | $35.01 | $190 | $670 |
| Colorado | $30.40 | $180 | $620 |
| Connecticut | $37.16 | $190 | $680 |
| Delaware | $31.11 | $180 | $630 |
| District of Columbia | $48.57 | $220 | $790 |
| Florida | $25.44 | $160 | $580 |
| Georgia | $27.50 | $170 | $600 |
| Hawaii | $37.53 | $190 | $690 |
| Idaho | $25.18 | $160 | $580 |
| Illinois | $48.05 | $220 | $780 |
| Indiana | $36.69 | $190 | $680 |
| Iowa | $30.72 | $180 | $630 |
| Kansas | $31.36 | $180 | $630 |
| Kentucky | $30.84 | $180 | $630 |
| Louisiana | $30.62 | $180 | $630 |
| Maine | $30.77 | $180 | $630 |
| Maryland | $31.44 | $180 | $630 |
| Massachusetts | $45.14 | $210 | $760 |
| Michigan | $38.56 | $200 | $700 |
| Minnesota | $45.39 | $210 | $760 |
| Mississippi | $26.67 | $170 | $590 |
| Missouri | $32.11 | $180 | $640 |
| Montana | $38.44 | $200 | $700 |
| Nebraska | $29.31 | $170 | $610 |
| Nevada | $29.62 | $170 | $620 |
| New Hampshire | $32.12 | $180 | $640 |
| New Jersey | $37.61 | $190 | $690 |
| New Mexico | $29.54 | $170 | $620 |
| New York | $37.26 | $190 | $690 |
| North Carolina | $27.44 | $170 | $600 |
| North Dakota | $30.56 | $180 | $630 |
| Ohio | $30.45 | $180 | $620 |
| Oklahoma | $27.87 | $170 | $600 |
| Oregon | $46.66 | $220 | $770 |
| Pennsylvania | $32.73 | $180 | $640 |
| Rhode Island | $36.77 | $190 | $680 |
| South Carolina | $25.93 | $160 | $580 |
| South Dakota | $24.82 | $160 | $570 |
| Tennessee | $28.17 | $170 | $600 |
| Texas | $28.77 | $170 | $610 |
| Utah | $29.76 | $170 | $620 |
| Vermont | $29.89 | $170 | $620 |
| Virginia | $29.07 | $170 | $610 |
| Washington | $38.96 | $200 | $700 |
| West Virginia | $27.39 | $170 | $600 |
| Wisconsin | $39.04 | $200 | $700 |
| Wyoming | $30.01 | $180 | $620 |
Common questions
How much does garbage disposal replacement cost?
A typical garbage disposal replacement costs about $180 to $630 in the U.S. That covers a replacement disposal on existing plumbing and wiring. The range reflects parts, job difficulty and local labor rates.
Which states cost the most for garbage disposal replacement?
Labor is the part that changes by state. See the table on this page for each state's estimate.
How long does it take to replace a garbage disposal?
This Old House says a professional can usually install one in one to four hours, depending on complexity. It may take longer if plumbing or wiring needs to be adapted to the new unit. Source
Can I replace my garbage disposal myself?
InSinkErator calls installation a straightforward process for any handy person or plumber. It lists a Phillips screwdriver, pipe wrench, pliers and safety goggles as the tools you need. Source
General information, not professional advice. Conditions, codes and prices vary. Turn off power, gas or water before any work, and hire a licensed professional when in doubt. Cost figures are our estimates, not quotes.