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Painting Cost in Baltimore
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Baltimore |
|---|---|
| Interior room | $394–$1,181/room |
| Whole-home interior | $3,936–$9,840/job |
| Exterior repaint | $2,952–$7,872/job |
| Cabinet painting | $2,952–$6,888/job |
Painting prices in Baltimore run about 2% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.
Quotes on this page come from 3 companies serving Baltimore, rated 3.9★ on average across 56 customer reviews.
Baltimore Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Baltimore's weather means for scheduling painting.
- Last spring frost
- March 19
- First fall frost
- November 23
- Annual precipitation
- 42.43"
- Heating degree days
- 3,444
- Cooling degree days
- 2,145
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 31.8° | 46.4° | 2.92" |
| Feb | 34.1° | 49.1° | 3.05" |
| Mar | 40.1° | 58.6° | 4" |
| Apr | 50.8° | 69.4° | 3.3" |
| May | 60.9° | 79.4° | 4.22" |
| Jun | 70.7° | 88.8° | 3.71" |
| Jul | 75° | 92.1° | 3.41" |
| Aug | 73.1° | 89.9° | 3.69" |
| Sep | 65.3° | 82.5° | 3.76" |
| Oct | 54.1° | 71.4° | 3.3" |
| Nov | 43.6° | 60.5° | 3.55" |
| Dec | 34.8° | 49.7° | 3.52" |
NOAA station data 1.2 miles from Baltimore.
Permits & Regulations in MD
- Painting and remodeling of existing homes in Maryland require a Maryland Home Improvement Commission license
- There is no minimum job size for the MHIC requirement
- Work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978 must be done by a Lead-Safe Certified firm under the EPA Renovation, Repair and Painting Rule
License required: Maryland Home Improvement Commission (MHIC) license
Sources: www.dllr.state.md.us, www.epa.gov
Painting FAQs for Baltimore
How much does painting cost in Baltimore?
Painting a typical interior room in Baltimore runs $394-$1181, depending on size, ceilings and trim.
How many painters serve Baltimore?
We track 3 painting companies serving Baltimore.
When can exterior painting be done in Baltimore?
Most exterior paints need surface and air temperatures above about 50F. In Baltimore the reliable window runs from after the last frost around March 19 to before the first around November 23.
Is painting in Baltimore more expensive than average?
Painting in Baltimore runs about -1.6% versus the national average, tracking local painter wages.
Can exterior paint go on in Baltimore summer heat?
Paint applied in direct sun when Baltimore reaches 92F dries too fast and can lap or blister, so crews work the shaded side of the house and early in the day.
How does Baltimore rainfall affect exterior paint?
Baltimore gets about 42.43 inches of precipitation a year; siding must be dry before painting and the paint needs several dry hours to cure.
Do painters need a license in MD?
In MD, Painting and remodeling of existing homes in Maryland require a Maryland Home Improvement Commission license. Homes built before 1978 in Baltimore also require an EPA lead-safe certified firm for work that disturbs paint.
How long does exterior paint last in Baltimore?
Typically 5-10 years; Baltimore winter lows near 32F and summer highs near 92F drive the expansion and contraction that crack paint sooner on sun-facing walls.
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