How much does a drywall & paint cost in Worcester, MA?
Hang, tape, finish and paint a room from bare studs. Priced against Massachusetts material costs, a typical DIY drywall & paint in Worcester runs about $791 in materials — 16% 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.
Worcester cost breakdown
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worcester (DIY materials) | $672 | $791 | $1,068 |
| National average | $580 | $682 | $921 |
Priced from the Massachusetts material index — 16% above the national average. Based on a common-size drywall & paint; enter your own dimensions for an exact number.
DIY materials estimate: $791. A contractor in the Worcester market (materials plus about 18 labor hours at ~$75/hr) estimates to $2,053–$2,753. Estimated DIY savings: $1,542 (66%).
Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start.
Outside city limits, Worcester County is typically the permitting authority.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a drywall & paint cost in Worcester, MA?
Materials typically run $672–$1,068 for a common-size project using Worcester-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 Worcester?
DIY materials estimate to about $791. A local contractor estimates to $2,053–$2,753 at the Worcester-area labor rate of roughly $75/hr, so DIY could save an estimated $1,542 (66%).
Do I need a permit for a drywall & paint in Worcester?
Permit thresholds vary by project. Check with the local building department before you start. Worcester County and the City of Worcester rules can be stricter than the state baseline — run the free permit lookup for your ZIP before buying materials.
Why is Worcester drywall & paint pricing different from the national average?
We apply a regional material cost index for the Worcester market — currently 16% higher than the national average. Labor is indexed separately at about $75/hr for the contractor comparison.
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