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How much does running or leaking toilet repair cost in 2026?
Updated September 2026 · national figures from 5 published cost guides
Across the U.S., a licensed plumber typically charges $60 to $400 to fix a running or leaking toilet (fill valve or flapper), with most jobs landing near $210. Prices run higher in high-wage states and metros and lower in rural areas — pick your state below for a local range.
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What a quote means (national)
| Quote for this job | What it means |
|---|---|
| Under $36 | Suspiciously low — ask what is excluded, and check licensing and insurance |
| $36 – $440 | Fair price — inside the typical range (up to 10% over the top is still normal) |
| $440 – $700 | Running high — get the quote itemized, and get a second one |
| Over $700 | Ripoff territory — more than 1.75× the high end of the typical range |
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What you're paying for
What is usually included: Diagnosis, a new fill valve, flapper or flush valve as needed, and about an hour of labor.
What moves the price:
- A cracked tank or bowl means replacement rather than repair
- A leaking base (wax ring) is a bigger job than a running tank
- Trip and minimum fees dominate small repairs like this
- Whether the plumber uses flat-rate pricing for common toilet parts
Mostly the service-call minimum; parts are $12-$60. Price climbs if the flush valve/tank-to-bowl gasket or wax ring must be replaced instead of a fill valve or flapper.
Running or leaking toilet repair cost by state
Typical range for each state, adjusted with BLS wage data for plumbers. Index 1.00 = national average.
| State | Typical range | Most jobs | Index |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $55 – $370 | $195 | 0.93 |
| Alaska | $80 – $520 | $270 | 1.31 |
| Arizona | $60 – $390 | $210 | 0.98 |
| Arkansas | $50 – $330 | $175 | 0.83 |
| California | $65 – $450 | $230 | 1.11 |
| Colorado | $60 – $420 | $220 | 1.04 |
| Connecticut | $70 – $460 | $240 | 1.16 |
| Delaware | $60 – $410 | $210 | 1.01 |
| District of Columbia | $90 – $610 | $320 | 1.52 |
| Florida | $55 – $360 | $185 | 0.89 |
| Georgia | $55 – $370 | $195 | 0.93 |
| Hawaii | $70 – $460 | $240 | 1.15 |
| Idaho | $55 – $350 | $185 | 0.89 |
| Illinois | $80 – $530 | $280 | 1.32 |
| Indiana | $65 – $440 | $230 | 1.09 |
| Iowa | $60 – $400 | $210 | 0.99 |
| Kansas | $60 – $400 | $210 | 1.00 |
| Kentucky | $60 – $390 | $210 | 0.98 |
| Louisiana | $60 – $390 | $200 | 0.97 |
| Maine | $60 – $400 | $210 | 1.00 |
| Maryland | $65 – $420 | $220 | 1.06 |
| Massachusetts | $80 – $530 | $280 | 1.32 |
| Michigan | $70 – $450 | $240 | 1.13 |
| Minnesota | $80 – $520 | $270 | 1.29 |
| Mississippi | $55 – $350 | $185 | 0.88 |
| Missouri | $60 – $400 | $210 | 1.01 |
| Montana | $70 – $450 | $240 | 1.13 |
| Nebraska | $60 – $390 | $200 | 0.97 |
| Nevada | $60 – $390 | $200 | 0.96 |
| New Hampshire | $65 – $420 | $220 | 1.05 |
| New Jersey | $70 – $460 | $240 | 1.16 |
| New Mexico | $60 – $380 | $200 | 0.96 |
| New York | $70 – $460 | $240 | 1.16 |
| North Carolina | $55 – $370 | $195 | 0.93 |
| North Dakota | $60 – $400 | $210 | 1.00 |
| Ohio | $60 – $400 | $210 | 0.99 |
| Oklahoma | $55 – $370 | $195 | 0.92 |
| Oregon | $80 – $530 | $280 | 1.32 |
| Pennsylvania | $60 – $410 | $220 | 1.03 |
| Rhode Island | $70 – $460 | $240 | 1.14 |
| South Carolina | $55 – $360 | $190 | 0.89 |
| South Dakota | $55 – $350 | $185 | 0.88 |
| Tennessee | $55 – $380 | $195 | 0.94 |
| Texas | $55 – $380 | $200 | 0.95 |
| Utah | $60 – $390 | $210 | 0.98 |
| Vermont | $60 – $410 | $210 | 1.01 |
| Virginia | $60 – $400 | $210 | 0.99 |
| Washington | $70 – $480 | $250 | 1.21 |
| West Virginia | $55 – $370 | $190 | 0.91 |
| Wisconsin | $70 – $460 | $240 | 1.15 |
| Wyoming | $60 – $390 | $210 | 0.98 |
Frequently asked
Is $210 a fair price for running or leaking toilet repair in the U.S.?
Yes. $210 is right around what most homeowners in the U.S. pay. Anything from $36 to $440 is inside the normal range for a licensed plumber; above $440 it is worth getting a second quote.
Why do quotes for the same job vary so much?
A cracked tank or bowl means replacement rather than repair. A leaking base (wax ring) is a bigger job than a running tank. Company overhead matters too: a large company with trucks, dispatchers and a warranty department charges more than a one-person shop, and both can be honest prices.
When should I get a second quote?
Any time a quote lands above $440, or when the contractor cannot break it into parts, labor and fees. Ask for the itemized version, ask what would change the price, and confirm licensing and insurance. You can also paste the quote into the free QuoteJury checker for an instant second opinion.
Other plumbing jobs
- Gas water heater replacement (40–50 gallon tank)
- Electric water heater replacement (40–50 gallon tank)
- Gas tankless water heater installation
- Garbage disposal replacement
- Kitchen faucet replacement
- Toilet replacement
- Clogged drain cleaning
- Sewer line camera inspection
- Sewer line hydro jetting
- Sump pump replacement
- Water pressure regulator (PRV) replacement
- Main water shutoff valve replacement
- Leaking pipe repair
- Water heater expansion tank installation
- Plumber service call and hourly rate
Sources
- Angi (2026): $150–$391 nationally
- HomeGuide (2024): $130–$300 nationally
- Fixr (2025): $60–$200 nationally
- Forbes Home (2025): $120–$230 nationally
- This Old House (2026): $100–$300 nationally
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 — median hourly wages by state and metro area
About these numbers. Ranges are typical market rates for a licensed, insured contractor, blended from published U.S. cost guides and adjusted with U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data (OEWS, May 2025) for each state and metro area. They are estimates, not a bid, appraisal or inspection. Real prices move with parts, access, permits and code requirements. The quote checker is AI-powered and labeled as such.