House Painting Cost in San Antonio (2026)
Average cost in San Antonio
$3,500 – $12,500
$3 – $7 per sq ft
In San Antonio, the average is $6,669 and most projects cost between $3,500 and $12,500, or about $3 – $7 per sq ft. Prices are before tax and based on 8 sources.
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional application and crew wages
70%
Premium paint, primer, and caulk
15%
Power washing, scraping, and sanding
10%
Ladders, scaffolding, and insurance
5%
Sales Tax at 6.25%
📋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 San Antonio
Likely range $3,500 – $12,499
- Labor70%$4,668
- Materials15%$1,000
- Surface Preparation10%$667
- Equipment & Overhead5%$333
Interior only
$6,669
Exterior only
$9,337
Interior + Exterior
$14,673
Calibrated to 8 researched sources for San Antonio. Before tax. Real quotes vary with site conditions.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
$6,382
Today
$6,669
House Painting in San Antonio is ↑ 4.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about $287 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 San Antonio
Verified providersThat 1 Painter North San Antonio
1248 FM78 Ste 102 PMB 4022, Schertz, TX 78154, USA
217 reviews
Paint Masters of Texas
2313 Lockhill Selma Rd #229, San Antonio, TX 78230, USA
192 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 October through April. Painting during San Antonio's summer (May-September) is discouraged due to surface temperatures exceeding 105°F and 60%+ humidity, which can cause flash drying and poor paint adhesion.
Standard residential painting does not require a city permit. However, if your home is in one of San Antonio's 27 historic districts (e.g., King William, Monte Vista, or Alamo Heights), you must obtain a Certificate of Appropriateness from the Historic Design Review Commission (HDRC) before changing exterior colors.
Due to 'Very High' UV exposure and humidity levels in Bexar County, professional exterior paint typically lasts 5 to 7 years. Homes with wood siding or significant sun exposure may require maintenance every 4 years to prevent substrate damage.
In 2026, professional painter labor rates in San Antonio average $46 to $48 per hour. Low-end rates for basic tasks start around $26/hr, while specialty or emergency work can reach $66/hr.
📊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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