House Painting Cost in Portland (2026)
Average cost in Portland
US$2,500 — US$12,500
US$2 — US$7 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional painting crew wages
75%
Premium paint, primer, and supplies
15%
Power washing, scraping, and caulking
8%
Historic district or HOA approvals
2%
None at 0%
📋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 Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
US$3,672 — US$5,508
Based on 7 sources and market data for Portland. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
US$6,742
Today
US$7,012
House Painting in Portland is ↑ 4.0% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$270 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 Portland
Verified providersPacific Coat Painting
9400 NE Halsey St #3, Portland, OR 97220, USA
200 reviews
Veenhuizen Painting Specialties
8981 SE 76th Dr, Portland, OR 97206, USA
266 reviews
JK Paint & Contracting
1012 SW King Ave #205, Portland, OR 97205, USA
127 reviews
Cascade Painting and Restoration
2340 SE Gladstone St, Portland, OR 97202, USA
86 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 window is late June through September, when rainfall typically drops below one inch per month. Contractors often book up by May for this short dry season, and off-season quotes (October-April) may carry a 10-15% premium due to the need for rapid-cure formulas or moisture-resistant additives.
For homes built before 1978, EPA Lead RRP (Renovation, Repair, and Painting) rules apply. This typically adds $1,500 to $3,500 to the total project cost, or approximately $0.50 to $1.50 per square foot, to cover specialized containment, HEPA vacuuming, and disposal.
Yes, local contractors recommend high-performance acrylic or latex paints like Sherwin-Williams Emerald or Benjamin Moore Aura, which cost $80-$100 per gallon. These provide superior mildew resistance and moisture protection, which is critical given Portland's 150+ days of rain per year.
Generally, no permit is required for standard repainting. However, if your home is in a designated historic district like Irvington or Ladd's Addition, you must obtain approval from the Bureau of Development Services for color changes, which can add $200-$500 in administrative time and fees.
📊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: 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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