How Much Does Interior Painting Cost?
Last updated November 11, 2026
Quick answer: Nationally, painters charge about $1 to $3 per square foot of wall surface, or $3 to $7 per square foot of floor space (HomeGuide). A typical bedroom runs $350 to $850. Angi's 2026 data puts the average interior painting project at $2,022, with most between $965 and $3,089. Ceilings, trim and repairs add to the total.
Why do the cost guides disagree?
They measure different things. Angi's $2,022 average is the typical project reported by its pros, and many projects are a few rooms, not a whole house. HomeGuide's $3,500 to $10,000 range is for painting a whole home interior.
| Source (date) | Headline figure | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| Angi (updated Oct 14, 2026) | $965 to $3,089; average $2,022 | Typical project, 65,117 projects reported by Angi pros |
| Angi (updated Oct 14, 2026) | About $2.75 per sq ft walls only; $4.70 per sq ft with walls, trim and ceilings | National average per square foot of home |
| HomeGuide (interior painting guide) | $1 to $3 per sq ft of wall surface; $3 to $7 per sq ft of floor space | Labor and materials |
| HomeGuide | $3,500 to $10,000 | Whole home interior |
How much does it cost to paint a room?
HomeGuide's national ranges by room (low end is walls only; high end includes ceiling, trim and doors):
| Room | HomeGuide range |
|---|---|
| Bathroom | $150 to $400 |
| Bedroom | $350 to $850 |
| Primary bedroom | $650 to $1,400 |
| Dining room or hallway | $300 to $1,000 |
| Living room | $600 to $2,000 |
By bedroom size:
| Room size | HomeGuide range |
|---|---|
| 10 x 10 | $300 to $700 |
| 10 x 12 | $350 to $850 |
| 12 x 12 | $400 to $950 |
| 12 x 15 | $500 to $1,000 |
| 14 x 16 | $650 to $1,250 |
How much does it cost to paint a whole house interior?
| Home size | HomeGuide, whole interior | Angi (2026) |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 sq ft | $3,000 to $4,000 | $2,000 to $6,000 |
| 1,500 sq ft | $4,500 to $6,000 | Not listed |
| 2,000 sq ft | $6,000 to $8,000 | Not listed |
| 2,500 sq ft | $7,500 to $10,000 | $5,000 to $15,000 |
| 3,000 sq ft | $9,000 to $12,000 | $6,000 to $18,000 |
HomeGuide notes prices land at the higher end when ceilings, trim, doors and baseboards are included.
What does each surface cost?
Angi's 2026 national figures by surface:
| Surface | Angi (2026) |
|---|---|
| Walls | $1 to $2 per sq ft |
| Smooth ceiling | $1 to $3 per sq ft |
| Baseboard and trim | $1 to $3 per linear ft |
| Accent wall | $2 to $6 per sq ft |
| Hard-to-reach areas | About $6 per sq ft |
HomeGuide lists interior doors at $75 to $150 each and notes many painters have a minimum job price of $250 to $500.
How do I estimate my own room?
HomeGuide's method, using a 10 x 12 room with 8-foot ceilings, one door and one window:
- Add up the wall lengths: 10 + 12 + 10 + 12 = 44 feet.
- Multiply by wall height: 44 x 8 = 352 sq ft.
- Subtract openings: about 21 sq ft per door and 16 sq ft per window. 352 - 21 - 16 = 315 sq ft.
- Multiply by $1 to $3: about $315 to $945 for the walls.
- Paint needed: one gallon covers up to about 400 sq ft, and two coats is typical. 315 / 400 x 2 = about 1.6 gallons.
Add the ceiling area (length x width) if the ceiling is being painted too.
What makes interior painting cost more?
- Repairs and prep. Angi puts wall prep (sanding and patching) at $0.50 to $0.75 per sq ft and says drywall repairs average about $600.
- Textured walls. Angi says texture can raise the budget by up to 50% because it can take about twice the paint.
- Tall walls and stairwells. Ladders and scaffolding add labor.
- Big color changes. Going from dark to light often needs primer and extra coats.
- Lots of trim, doors and detail.
- Popcorn ceilings. Removing texture before painting is a separate job. See our popcorn ceiling removal cost guide.
Labor is most of the bill. Angi says labor is 75% to 95% of a professional interior job; HomeGuide says 70% to 85%.
How can I lower the cost?
Ideas from Angi and HomeGuide:
- Clear the rooms yourself before the crew arrives. See how to prepare for interior painters.
- Patch small holes yourself if you are comfortable doing it.
- Paint ceilings and trim at the same time as walls, while the crew is already there.
- Group several rooms into one job instead of booking them one at a time.
- Keep colors simple. Fewer color changes means less cutting in.
How to compare interior painting quotes
Make sure each quote spells out:
- Rooms and surfaces included (walls, ceilings, trim, doors, baseboards)
- Prep: patching, caulking, sanding, primer
- Paint product, sheen and number of coats
- Who moves and covers items, and what cleanup is included
- Start date and how long each room will be out of use
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to paint the interior of a house?
Angi's 2026 data puts the average interior painting project at $2,022, with most between $965 and $3,089. HomeGuide puts a whole home interior at $3,500 to $10,000, depending on size and surfaces.
How much does it cost to paint a 12x12 room?
HomeGuide lists $400 to $950 for a 12 x 12 room. The low end is walls only and the high end includes the ceiling, trim and doors.
What is the cost per square foot to paint an interior?
HomeGuide lists $1 to $3 per square foot of wall surface or $3 to $7 per square foot of floor space. Angi averages $2.75 per square foot of home for walls only and $4.70 including trim and ceilings.
How much does it cost to paint a 2,000 square foot house interior?
HomeGuide lists $6,000 to $8,000 for a 2,000 square foot home interior, with the high end including ceilings, trim, doors and baseboards.
Does painting the ceiling cost extra?
Usually. Angi lists smooth ceilings at $1 to $3 per square foot, and HomeGuide says a 12 x 12 ceiling costs $150 to $300 to paint.
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