What is the cost of replacing front wheel bearings?

Would anyone have any idea on what it costs to replace the front wheel bearings on a 2001 Toyota Echo? Standard 4 door sedan, no ABS.

Hard to say, especially without knowing where you are.

Somewhat unusual for both to need replacement at the same time. . . Are you sure?

The car has 170,000 miles and these are the original bearings. Both are making a rather loud humming noise that has been getting progressively worse. The passenger side seems to be louder though.

I am near Raleigh, NC.

Well, if they’re both noisy then both need to be replaced.

Repairpal estimates it in your area as between $419 and $538.

Thank you. Is that per wheel, or for both?

Both.