Quick Answer

House Painting Cost in Phoenix (2026)

Average cost in Phoenix

US$6,707avg

US$3,500 — US$11,800

US$2 — US$5 per sq ft

+4.8% YoY
9 sources
Updated 4 days ago
Arizona

Cost Breakdown

Itemized
Labor

Professional application and management

US$1,750 — US$5,900

50%

Materials

Premium UV-resistant paint and supplies

US$875 — US$2,950

25%

Surface Preparation

Power washing, scraping, and caulking

US$525 — US$1,770

15%

Overhead & Permits

Insurance, licensing, and city fees

US$350 — US$1,180

10%

🧾Sales Tax (5.6%) — Arizona
Base cost + $376 tax$7,083

Sales Tax at 5.6%

📋What's Included

Scope

Typically 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 Cost

Interactive

Estimated Cost

US$4,140

US$3,312 — US$4,968

Based on 9 sources and market data for Phoenix. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.

📈Price Momentum

Year-over-year

~1 year ago

US$6,400

Today

US$6,707

House Painting in Phoenix is 4.8% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$307 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 Phoenix

Verified providers
🔨

House Painters Phoenix

13444 N 32nd St Ste 19, Phoenix, AZ 85032, USA

5.0
★★★★★

231 reviews

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ANSA Painting

2313 W Earll Dr, Phoenix, AZ 85015, USA

5.0
★★★★★

207 reviews

🔨

Hometown Painting Company

26623 N 43rd St, Cave Creek, AZ 85331, USA

5.0
★★★★★

214 reviews

🔨

Crash of Rhinos Painting & Garage Floors

11225 N 28th Dr Ste D115J, Phoenix, AZ 85029, USA

5.0
★★★★★

526 reviews

🔨

That 1 Painter Phoenix

8776 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ 85260, USA

4.9
★★★★½

267 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

Due to extreme UV radiation and heat, exterior paint in Phoenix typically lasts only 4-5 years compared to the national average of 7-10 years. Homeowners often use premium elastomeric coatings to combat 100°F+ temperatures.

The ideal window is October through April. Painting during the summer (May-September) is avoided by many pros because surface temperatures can exceed 140°F, causing paint to dry too quickly and fail to bond properly.

Yes, nearly 80% of Phoenix residential communities have strict HOA guidelines. Most require color approval from a pre-approved palette, and failure to comply can result in fines or a requirement to repaint at the owner's expense.

Since stucco is the dominant siding in Phoenix, minor repairs are usually included, but significant cracking or 'spider-webbing' can add $500 to $2,000 to the total project cost for specialized patching and sealing.

📊Our Methodology

How we collect data
1

Aggregated from 5+ verified web sources and cost databases

2

Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides

3

Government construction and labor statistics

4

Community-reported project costs and reviews

Last data collection: 4 days 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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