Painting Costs in Dubuque, IA

Verified cost ranges for painting in Dubuque

Verified by 2 sourcesUpdated April 11, 2026

Painting Costs in Dubuque

Cost ranges verified from official sources

Ceiling Painting

Dubuque, IA

2 sources

Low

$70

Average

$188

High

$614

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Cabinet Painting

Dubuque, IA

2 sources

Low

$88

Average

$166

High

$614

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Deck Staining

Dubuque, IA

2 sources

Low

$48

Average

$157

High

$614

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Fence Staining

Dubuque, IA

2 sources

Low

$95

Average

$208

High

$614

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Wallpaper Removal

Dubuque, IA

2 sources

Low

$66

Average

$591

High

$1,326

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Drywall Repair

Dubuque, IA

2 sources

Low

$52

Average

$734

High

$1,747

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Dubuque, IA

2 sources

Low

$175

Average

$1,694

High

$4,367

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Understanding Painting Costs in Dubuque

Popcorn ceiling removal costs in Dubuque, IA average $1,831.39, reflecting the city's cost of living that runs 12.7% below the national average. This lower regional price parity of 87.3 directly influences labor rates and service pricing for contractors in Dubuque compared to national benchmarks. The variation in Dubuque's local pricing ($218.32 to $4,715.82) is driven by factors including project scope, ceiling size, and the competitive landscape among local service providers. With a smaller contractor market than larger metropolitan areas, pricing in Dubuque may reflect both reduced overhead costs and limited competition within the immediate service area. The local labor market conditions and reduced cost of doing business in Dubuque contribute to service rates that generally undercut national averages for this type of specialized work.

How Dubuque Compares

vs. National Average-10%

*Based on aggregated cost data from multiple sources

Frequently Asked Questions — Painting Costs in Dubuque

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