House Painting Cost in San Antonio (2026)
Average cost in San Antonio
US$2,500 — US$10,500
US$3 — US$6 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedProfessional application and setup
80%
Premium exterior/interior coatings
12%
Power washing, scraping, and caulking
5%
Tape, plastic, brushes, and ladders
3%
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 Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
US$3,168 — US$4,752
Based on 6 sources and market data for San Antonio. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
US$5,245
Today
US$5,465
House Painting in San Antonio is ↑ 4.2% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$220 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 Suite 102 PMB 4022, Schertz, TX 78154, USA
209 reviews
Paper Moon Painting
5616 I-10 Suite 103, San Antonio, TX 78201, USA
265 reviews
Paint Masters of Texas
2313 Lockhill Selma Rd #229, San Antonio, TX 78230, USA
190 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. During summer months, humidity and surface temperatures exceeding 105°F can cause flash drying and poor paint adhesion.
Standard residential painting does not require a permit. However, homes in one of San Antonio's 27 historic districts (e.g., King William, Monte Vista) require a Certificate of Appropriateness for color changes.
For a 2,000 sq ft home, interior painting typically ranges from $5,000 to $9,000, while exterior painting ranges from $3,000 to $7,000 depending on the siding material.
Two-story homes in San Antonio typically start at a base cost of $4,500 to $8,100 for the exterior, representing a 30-50% premium over single-story homes due to scaffolding and safety requirements.
📊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: 3 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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