House Painting Cost in Atlanta (2026)
Average cost in Atlanta
$3,200 – $12,500
$1 – $4 per sq ft
In Atlanta, the average is $7,633 and most projects cost between $3,200 and $12,500, or about $1 – $4 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 9 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional painting crew hours
55%
Premium paint, primer, and supplies
20%
Power washing, scraping, and caulking
15%
Insurance, licensing, and contractor margin
10%
Sales Tax at 4%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Interior or exterior paint (2 coats)
- Primer
- Surface preparation (sanding, patching)
- Trim painting
- Masking & protection
- Cleanup
Typically Excludes
- Wallpaper removal
- Extensive repairs (drywall, siding)
- Lead paint abatement
- Specialty finishes (faux, texture)
- Deck or fence staining
Based on painting a standard 1,500 sq ft home exterior or 3-4 rooms interior.
🧮Estimate your project
LiveYour estimate in Atlanta
Likely range $3,435 – $12,500
- Labor55%$4,198
- Materials20%$1,527
- Surface Preparation15%$1,145
- Overhead & Profit10%$763
Interior only
$7,633
Exterior only
$10,687
Interior + Exterior
$16,793
Calibrated to 9 researched sources for Atlanta. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$6,361
Today
$7,633
House Painting in Atlanta is ↑ 20.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about $1,272 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Painting Contractors in Atlanta
Verified providersThat 1 Painter North Atlanta
300 Colonial Center Pkwy Ste 100, Roswell, GA 30076, USA
228 reviews
Paragon Painting Atlanta
130 E Main St Ste 200, Canton, GA 30114, USA
194 reviews
The Painting Group and Renovation
256 Shallowford Rd NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144, USA
136 reviews
CertaPro Painters of Atlanta/Decatur
2960 Alston Dr SE, Atlanta, GA 30317, USA
537 reviews
Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.
💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
The ideal windows are March to May and September to November. These months offer moderate temperatures and lower humidity, which are critical for proper paint adhesion and drying in Georgia's climate.
With an average summer humidity of 72%, painters often have to adjust schedules or use specialized moisture-resistant primers. This can increase labor time by 10-15% compared to drier regions to ensure surfaces are completely dry before application.
Due to high UV exposure and humidity, most professional contractors recommend repainting every 6 to 8 years to prevent wood rot and siding damage, which can lead to much higher repair costs if left untreated.
Professional painters in the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Alpharetta area currently charge an average of $52 per hour, though rates can range from $40 to $100 depending on the contractor's experience and the complexity of the project.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 1 months ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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