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Madison, WI · Drywall & paint cost · 2026

How much does a drywall & paint cost in Madison, WI?

Hang, tape, finish and paint a room from bare studs. Priced against Wisconsin material costs, a typical DIY drywall & paint in Madison runs about $682 in materials, right at 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.

Madison cost breakdown

EstimateLowTypicalHigh
Madison (DIY materials)$580$682$921
National average$580$682$921

Priced from the Wisconsin material index — currently even with the national average. Based on a common-size drywall & paint; enter your own dimensions for an exact number.

DIY vs. hiring a pro in Madison

DIY materials estimate: $682. A contractor in the Madison market (materials plus about 20 labor hours at ~$57/hr) estimates to $1,770–$2,374. Estimated DIY savings: $1,330 (66%).

Permits in Madison

Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start.

Outside city limits, Dane County is typically the permitting authority.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a drywall & paint cost in Madison, WI?

Materials typically run $580–$921 for a common-size project using Madison-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 Madison?

DIY materials estimate to about $682. A local contractor estimates to $1,770–$2,374 at the Madison-area labor rate of roughly $57/hr, so DIY could save an estimated $1,330 (66%).

Do I need a permit for a drywall & paint in Madison?

Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start. Dane County and the City of Madison rules can be stricter than the state baseline — run the free permit lookup for your ZIP before buying materials.

Why is Madison drywall & paint pricing different from the national average?

We apply a regional material cost index for the Madison market, which currently sits at the national average. Labor is indexed separately at about $57/hr for the contractor comparison.

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