How much does a toilet replacement cost in Salt Lake City?

A toilet replacement in Salt Lake City typically costs $277-$807, 1% above the $500 national average.

What is the cost per unit for a toilet replacement in Salt Lake City?

Toilet Replacement in Salt Lake City typically costs $151-$3027 per unit.

How long does a toilet replacement take?

A toilet replacement typically takes 2-3 hours. The minimum timeline is 1 hour, and complex projects can run 1 day.

Can I DIY a toilet replacement?

DIY feasibility for a toilet replacement is rated High.

Cost to Toilet Replacement in Salt Lake City, UT (2026)

If you’re budgeting a toilet replacement in Salt Lake City, most projects run $277-$807, 1% above the $500 national average. What moves that number most is usually one thing: Toilet Type and Features. On its own it can swing the cost by $100 - $2,500 for the fixture, so that’s the decision to slow down on before you sweat the smaller stuff.

Easiest place to save: Buy the toilet yourself and hire just the installation. Plumber markup on toilets is typically 15-30%. Buy from a big-box store and pay the plumber labor-only for $150-$250.

In the Mountain West (where Salt Lake City sits): Slightly above national average.

$277-$807 in Salt Lake City

1% above the national average · 1.01x cost multiplier

Homeowners in Salt Lake City typically spend $277-$807 on a toilet replacement, about 1% above the national average. Labor rates and contractor availability in the Mountain West region drive much of the price difference. Permit requirements and material delivery costs also play a role. See the full tier-by-tier breakdown below before requesting bids.

Cost Breakdown in Salt Lake City

Line Item	Low	Mid	High
Cost per unit	$151	$505	$3027
Materials	$125	$312	$1,560
Labor	$141	$188	$470
Permits	$0	$0	$0
Total	$266-1% vs. national avg	$500+0% vs. national avg	$2,030+2% vs. national avg

Budget

Basic round-front two-piece toilet, standard installation, same-footprint swap with existing flange

Mid-Range

Comfort-height elongated toilet with soft-close seat, WaterSense certified, new wax ring and supply line

Premium

Wall-mounted toilet with in-wall carrier, bidet seat, or smart toilet with heated seat, auto-flush, and night light

Material Options

Material prices below are national averages; availability in Salt Lake City may shift costs slightly.

Material	Cost/Unit	Pros	Cons	Best For
Two-Piece Round-Front	$100-$250 per unit	Most affordable, widely available, easy to transport and install	Takes up less space but harder to clean around base, lower profile	Budget replacements and small half bathroomsMost affordable, widely available, easy to transport and install
Two-Piece Elongated	$200-$500 per unit	More comfortable seat shape, widely available, comfort-height options	Requires 2 more inches of space than round, two-piece design harder to clean	Most standard bathroom replacements - best valueMore comfortable seat shape, widely available, comfort-height options
One-Piece Elongated	$300-$800 per unit	Sleek seamless design, easier to clean, no gap between tank and bowl	Heavier (60-100 lbs), harder to transport, more expensive	Mid-range to premium bathrooms where appearance mattersSleek seamless design, easier to clean, no gap between tank and bowl
Wall-Mounted Toilet	$600-$1,400 per unit (plus carrier)	Modern look, adjustable height, easy floor cleaning, saves floor space	Requires in-wall carrier ($300-$600), complex installation, repair access is harder	Modern and ADA-accessible bathroom designsModern look, adjustable height, easy floor cleaning, saves floor space
Smart Toilet/Bidet Toilet	$800-$2,500 per unit	Built-in bidet, heated seat, auto-flush, night light, self-cleaning	Requires nearby electrical outlet, expensive, complex repair if features fail	Luxury master bathrooms and accessibility upgradesBuilt-in bidet, heated seat, auto-flush, night light, self-cleaning

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Salt Lake City Estimate

Typical Range

$277-$807

vs. National Average

1% above national

Cost Multiplier

1.01x

Cost Per unit

$151-$3027

This 1.01x estimate prices Salt Lake City labor from BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (May 2025) and applies a lighter regional adjustment to materials and permits, which vary less by metro than labor does. Actual bids vary by contractor, project scope, and timing.

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