Toilet Replacement Cost in Iowa
$230 – $910We estimate toilet replacement in Iowa at $230 to $910 for a standard floor-mounted toilet, with removal of the old one. The national estimate is $230 to $910. Iowa plumber pay is 0% above the national median, ranking 26 of 51.
| Part of the job | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Parts and materials (our assumption) | $150 | $500 |
| Labor hours (our assumption) | 1 | 3 |
| Billed labor rate per hour | $77 | $138 |
| Estimated total | $230 | $910 |
Our estimate, not a quote. Billed rate is the Iowa median wage from BLS (2025, $30.72 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 2 hours for a standard replacement (Fixr); 2 to 4 hours (Bob Vila). | Fixr, Bob Vila |
What other publishers report
| Publisher | Low | High | Scope |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fixr | $250 | $800 | Typical range, toilet installed. Page dated January 2026. |
| This Old House | $300 | $800 | Toilet installation. Page dated June 2026. |
| Bob Vila | $224 | $532 | Toilet installation, citing HomeAdvisor and Angi. Page dated February 2023. |
Who can legally do this in Iowa
The Plumbing and Mechanical Systems Board issues plumbing journey and master licenses. A person may do volunteer work on an owner's principal residence without a plumbing license.
Compared with neighboring states
| State | Median wage | Low | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | $48.05 | $270 | $1,150 |
| Minnesota | $45.39 | $260 | $1,100 |
| Missouri | $32.11 | $230 | $930 |
| Nebraska | $29.31 | $220 | $900 |
| South Dakota | $24.82 | $210 | $840 |
| Wisconsin | $39.04 | $250 | $1,050 |
Other plumber jobs in Iowa
- Faucet Replacement
- Drain Cleaning
- Garbage Disposal Replacement
- Water Heater Replacement
- Tankless Water Heater Installation
- Pipe Repair
- Whole-House Repipe
- Sewer Line Repair
Toilet Replacement cost in every state · Iowa home repair guide
Sources
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.