How much does a drywall & paint cost in Massachusetts?
Hang, tape, finish and paint a room from bare studs. Using Massachusetts material pricing, a typical DIY drywall & paint runs about $791 in materials — 16% above the national average. These are estimates only, built from our live calculator's default project size — plug in your exact dimensions for a precise shopping list.
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Massachusetts cost breakdown
| Estimate | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Massachusetts (DIY materials) | $672 | $791 | $1,068 |
| National average | $580 | $682 | $921 |
Massachusetts material prices run about 16% above the national average based on our regional pricing index. Based on a common-size drywall & paint — enter your own dimensions in the calculator for an exact number.
DIY materials estimate: $791. Hiring a contractor in Massachusetts (materials + labor at ~$75/hr) estimates to $2,053–$2,753, roughly 18 labor hours. Estimated DIY savings: $1,542 (66%).
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Frequently asked questions
Materials alone typically run $672–$1,068 in Massachusetts for a common-size project, based on current regional material pricing. This is an estimate, not a quote — use our free calculator for numbers matched to your exact dimensions.
DIY materials run about $791 versus an estimated contractor range of $2,053–$2,753 (materials plus labor at the regional rate of $75/hr). That's a potential estimated savings of $1,542 (66%) by doing it yourself.
Permit thresholds vary by project type and city. Check our Massachusetts permit lookup and build guide for the state-level rules before you start.
See our drywall & paint materials and cut list page for the canonical parts list, then run the calculator with your dimensions for an exact quantity and cost breakdown.