How much does a drywall & paint cost in Philadelphia, PA?
Hang, tape, finish and paint a room from bare studs. Priced against Philadelphia, PA material costs, a typical DIY drywall & paint in Philadelphia runs about $757 in materials — 11% above 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.
Philadelphia cost breakdown
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia (DIY materials) | $643 | $757 | $1,022 |
| National average | $580 | $682 | $921 |
Priced from the Philadelphia, PA material index — 11% above the national average. Based on a common-size drywall & paint; enter your own dimensions for an exact number.
DIY materials estimate: $757. A contractor in the Philadelphia market (materials plus about 19 labor hours at ~$68/hr) estimates to $1,965–$2,635. Estimated DIY savings: $1,476 (66%).
Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start.
Outside city limits, Philadelphia County is typically the permitting authority.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a drywall & paint cost in Philadelphia, PA?
Materials typically run $643–$1,022 for a common-size project using Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia?
DIY materials estimate to about $757. A local contractor estimates to $1,965–$2,635 at the Philadelphia-area labor rate of roughly $68/hr, so DIY could save an estimated $1,476 (66%).
Do I need a permit for a drywall & paint in Philadelphia?
Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start. Philadelphia County and the City of Philadelphia rules can be stricter than the state baseline — run the free permit lookup for your ZIP before buying materials.
Why is Philadelphia drywall & paint pricing different from the national average?
We apply a regional material cost index for the Philadelphia market — currently 11% higher than the national average. Labor is indexed separately at about $68/hr for the contractor comparison.
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