Painting Costs in Columbus, OH

Verified cost ranges for painting in Columbus

Verified by 4 sourcesUpdated June 18, 2026

Painting Costs in Columbus

Cost ranges verified from official sources

Interior Painting

Columbus, OH

2 sources

Low

$743

Average

$1,194

High

$2,309

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomeAdvisor

Updated Jun 2026

Exterior Painting

Columbus, OH

2 sources

Low

$1,865

Average

$2,633

High

$5,300

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomeAdvisor

Updated Jun 2026

Cabinet Painting

Columbus, OH

2 sources

Low

$98

Average

$419

High

$739

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomewyse

Updated Jun 2026

Deck Staining

Columbus, OH

3 sources

Low

$289

Average

$455

High

$739

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomeAdvisorHomewyse

Updated Jun 2026

Fence Staining

Columbus, OH

3 sources

Low

$410

Average

$1,018

High

$2,139

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomeAdvisorHomewyse

Updated Jun 2026

Wallpaper Removal

Columbus, OH

2 sources

Low

$72

Average

$658

High

$1,449

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Jun 2026

Drywall Repair

Columbus, OH

4 sources

Low

$220

Average

$624

High

$1,205

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixrHomeAdvisorHomeGuide

Updated Jun 2026

Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Columbus, OH

2 sources

Low

$191

Average

$1,863

High

$4,774

Bureau of Labor StatisticsFixr

Updated Jun 2026

Trim Painting

Columbus, OH

2 sources

Low

$668

Average

$1,195

High

$2,387

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomeAdvisor

Updated Jun 2026

Pressure Washing

Columbus, OH

2 sources

Low

$216

Average

$418

High

$739

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomeAdvisor

Updated Jun 2026

Ceiling Painting

Columbus, OH

3 sources

Low

$134

Average

$288

High

$739

Bureau of Labor StatisticsHomeAdvisorHomewyse

Updated Jun 2026

Understanding Painting Costs in Columbus

Popcorn ceiling removal in Columbus averages $2,013.49, with costs ranging from $238.68 to $5,155.38 depending on project scope and complexity. Columbus's cost of living sits 4.5% below the national average, which contributes to generally lower service pricing in the area compared to higher-cost metropolitan regions. The local labor market in Columbus supports competitive pricing among contractors, with multiple service providers available to handle popcorn ceiling removal projects. The variation in Columbus pricing reflects differences in room size, ceiling condition, and whether additional services like painting or repairs are included alongside removal. These local market conditions position Columbus pricing distinctly within regional service markets.

How Columbus Compares

*Based on aggregated cost data from multiple sources

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