How much does a drywall & paint cost in Scranton, PA?
Hang, tape, finish and paint a room from bare studs. Priced against Pennsylvania material costs, a typical DIY drywall & paint in Scranton runs about $709 in materials — 4% 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.
Scranton cost breakdown
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scranton (DIY materials) | $603 | $709 | $957 |
| National average | $580 | $682 | $921 |
Priced from the Pennsylvania material index — 4% above the national average. Based on a common-size drywall & paint; enter your own dimensions for an exact number.
DIY materials estimate: $709. A contractor in the Scranton market (materials plus about 20 labor hours at ~$60/hr) estimates to $1,841–$2,468. Estimated DIY savings: $1,383 (66%).
Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start.
Outside city limits, Lackawanna County is typically the permitting authority.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a drywall & paint cost in Scranton, PA?
Materials typically run $603–$957 for a common-size project using Scranton-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 Scranton?
DIY materials estimate to about $709. A local contractor estimates to $1,841–$2,468 at the Scranton-area labor rate of roughly $60/hr, so DIY could save an estimated $1,383 (66%).
Do I need a permit for a drywall & paint in Scranton?
Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start. Lackawanna County and the City of Scranton rules can be stricter than the state baseline — run the free permit lookup for your ZIP before buying materials.
Why is Scranton drywall & paint pricing different from the national average?
We apply a regional material cost index for the Scranton market — currently 4% higher than the national average. Labor is indexed separately at about $60/hr for the contractor comparison.
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