Painting Cost in Houston, TX in 2026
Most Painting projects in Houston, TX cost between $3,000 and $10,500. The typical price is $6,000.
Houston prices track the national average closely. Costs here are close enough to the national picture that the adjustment barely moves the number.
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 Houston, TX
| Quality tier | Cost per sq ft |
|---|---|
| Budget | $2.01 |
| Mid-range | $4.02 |
| High-end | $7.04 |
House painters in Houston, TX
Businesses listed on Google near Houston, TX. We are not affiliated with them and do not vet them — always confirm licensing and insurance before hiring.
CertaPro Painters of Central & Northeast Houston
4.9(553 reviews)
8584 Katy Fwy #305, Houston, TX 77024
Prime House Painting
5.0(220 reviews)
1105 Studer St, Houston, TX 77007
Liberty Painting - Houston, TX
4.8(267 reviews)
5210 Spruce St, Bellaire, TX 77401
That 1 Painter Houston
4.9(221 reviews)
7102 W Sam Houston Pkwy N Ste 224, Houston, TX 77040
Squared Away Painting
5.0(104 reviews)
4000 W 34th St Unit 73, Houston, TX 77092
A1 Painting
5.0(57 reviews)
1942 W Gray St #1074, Houston, TX 77019