House painting cost and pricing
Whole-house painting is priced by square footage and scope. Here are the typical ranges for interior and exterior work.
Painters price a whole house by square footage of wall or floor area, with prep, trim and paint quality changing the total.
Typical prices
| Job | Typical total |
|---|---|
| Interior, whole house | $2,000 – $6,000 |
| Exterior, whole house | $2,500 – $7,000 |
| Per square foot | $2 – $6 |
| Single room | $300 – $800 |
| Trim and doors | Add 25% – 50% |
These are general ranges reported across the US, not a quote. Your prices depend on your market, your costs and the specific job. Always price to cover your own numbers.
What affects the price
- Home size and stories
- Amount of prep and repair
- Paint quality and coats
- Trim, doors and ceilings
- Your local market
How to set your own price
Ranges are a starting point, but the only price that matters is one that covers your pay, your costs and a profit. Use the free hourly rate calculator to work out what you actually need to charge, then save your rates so every quote uses them automatically.
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