Painting Costs in New Orleans, LA

Verified cost ranges for painting in New Orleans

Verified by 2 sourcesUpdated April 11, 2026

Painting Costs in New Orleans

Cost ranges verified from official sources

Ceiling Painting

New Orleans, LA

2 sources

Low

$75

Average

$188

High

$584

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Cabinet Painting

New Orleans, LA

2 sources

Low

$94

Average

$165

High

$584

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Deck Staining

New Orleans, LA

2 sources

Low

$51

Average

$154

High

$584

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Fence Staining

New Orleans, LA

2 sources

Low

$101

Average

$209

High

$584

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Apr 2026

Wallpaper Removal

New Orleans, LA

2 sources

Low

$69

Average

$616

High

$1,406

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Drywall Repair

New Orleans, LA

2 sources

Low

$56

Average

$767

High

$1,852

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Popcorn Ceiling Removal

New Orleans, LA

2 sources

Low

$185

Average

$1,785

High

$4,630

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Apr 2026

Understanding Painting Costs in New Orleans

Popcorn ceiling removal in New Orleans ranges from $231.50 to $5,000.40, with an average cost of $1,930.39. The local pricing reflects New Orleans' cost of living, which is 7.4% below the national average, contributing to generally lower service costs compared to many U.S. markets. Labor availability and competition among contractors in New Orleans influence the wide range within the city, as residential demand for popcorn ceiling removal varies by neighborhood and property age. The prevalence of older housing stock in New Orleans, much of it built during periods when popcorn ceilings were common, creates consistent demand for this service. Local market conditions and contractor density in New Orleans directly affect pricing variability, with factors like accessibility, ceiling condition, and asbestos testing requirements impacting individual project costs.

How New Orleans Compares

vs. National Average-6%

*Based on aggregated cost data from multiple sources

Frequently Asked Questions — Painting Costs in New Orleans

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