How much does a drywall & paint cost in Akron, OH?
Hang, tape, finish and paint a room from bare studs. Priced against Ohio material costs, a typical DIY drywall & paint in Akron runs about $655 in materials — 4% below the national average. These are estimates only, not a quote — enter your real dimensions in the free calculator for a shopping list matched to your build.
Estimates only — not a quote.
Akron cost breakdown
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Akron (DIY materials) | $557 | $655 | $884 |
| National average | $580 | $682 | $921 |
Priced from the Ohio material index — 4% below the national average. Based on a common-size drywall & paint; enter your own dimensions for an exact number.
DIY materials estimate: $655. A contractor in the Akron market (materials plus about 21 labor hours at ~$54/hr) estimates to $1,700–$2,280. Estimated DIY savings: $1,277 (66%).
Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start.
Outside city limits, Summit County is typically the permitting authority.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a drywall & paint cost in Akron, OH?
Materials typically run $557–$884 for a common-size project using Akron-area pricing. That is an estimate, not a quote — our free calculator prices your exact dimensions.
Is it cheaper to DIY or hire a contractor in Akron?
DIY materials estimate to about $655. A local contractor estimates to $1,700–$2,280 at the Akron-area labor rate of roughly $54/hr, so DIY could save an estimated $1,277 (66%).
Do I need a permit for a drywall & paint in Akron?
Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start. Summit County and the City of Akron rules can be stricter than the state baseline — run the free permit lookup for your ZIP before buying materials.
Why is Akron drywall & paint pricing different from the national average?
We apply a regional material cost index for the Akron market — currently 4% lower than the national average. Labor is indexed separately at about $54/hr for the contractor comparison.
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