Painting Cost in Palo Alto, CA in 2026
Most Painting projects in Palo Alto, CA cost between $3,600 and $12,500. The typical price is $7,000.
Labour and materials in Palo Alto run about 24% above the national average. These figures are adjusted for that, so they are not the national average you will find elsewhere.
What drives the price
- Interior versus exterior
- Wall condition and how much prep and patching is needed
- Number of coats and colour change
- Ceiling height and access equipment
Usually included
- Surface prep, patching and caulking
- Primer and two finish coats
- Masking and cleanup
Usually extra
- Major drywall repair
- Lead paint abatement
- Trim replacement
Unit prices in Palo Alto, CA
| Quality tier | Cost per sq ft |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.42 |
| Mid-range | $4.83 |
| High-end | $8.45 |
House painters in Palo Alto, CA
Businesses listed on Google near Palo Alto, CA. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
Rossi Painting & Construction
5.0(163 reviews)
110 Glenn Way #17, San Carlos, CA 94070
Stanford Painting
5.0(119 reviews)
2330 Old Middlefield Way Ste 8, Mountain View, CA 94043
Wise Painting, Inc.
4.8(70 reviews)
2085 E Bayshore Rd #51935, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
Color View Painting Inc
5.0(37 reviews)
191 E El Camino Real, Mountain View, CA 94040
Painters Dada
5.0(27 reviews)
314 Donohoe St, East Palo Alto, CA 94303
RC Painting Inc
5.0(26 reviews)
135 Grace ct, East Palo Alto, CA 94303