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Painting Cost in Fargo
Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.
| Service | Typical range in Fargo |
|---|---|
| Interior room | $428–$1,285/room |
| Whole-home interior | $4,284–$10,710/job |
| Exterior repaint | $3,213–$8,568/job |
| Cabinet painting | $3,213–$7,497/job |
Painting prices in Fargo run about 7% above 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 6 companies serving Fargo, rated 5.0★ on average across 229 customer reviews.
Fargo Climate & Seasonal Timing
What Fargo's weather means for scheduling painting.
- Last spring frost
- May 2
- First fall frost
- October 1
- Annual precipitation
- 25.02"
- Heating degree days
- 8,739
- Cooling degree days
- 591
| Month | Low | High | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 0.2° | 18.3° | 0.76" |
| Feb | 5° | 23.5° | 0.61" |
| Mar | 18.8° | 36.4° | 1.34" |
| Apr | 33.2° | 55.9° | 1.59" |
| May | 46.4° | 69.1° | 3.16" |
| Jun | 56° | 77.4° | 4.13" |
| Jul | 60.8° | 82.4° | 3.21" |
| Aug | 58.9° | 81.4° | 2.67" |
| Sep | 48.9° | 70.8° | 2.94" |
| Oct | 35.4° | 55.5° | 2.6" |
| Nov | 21.2° | 36.9° | 1.15" |
| Dec | 6.2° | 22° | 0.86" |
NOAA station data 4.13 miles from Fargo.
Permits & Regulations in ND
- Remodeling jobs over $4,000 in North Dakota require a contractor license from the Secretary of State
- Remodeling permits are issued by the city or county building department
- 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: ND Secretary of State contractor license over $4,000
Sources: www.sos.nd.gov, www.epa.gov
Painting FAQs for Fargo
How much does painting cost in Fargo?
Painting a typical interior room in Fargo runs $428-$1285, depending on size, ceilings and trim.
How many painters serve Fargo?
We track 6 painting companies serving Fargo.
When can exterior painting be done in Fargo?
Most exterior paints need surface and air temperatures above about 50F. In Fargo the reliable window runs from after the last frost around May 2 to before the first around October 1.
Is painting in Fargo more expensive than average?
Painting in Fargo runs about +7.1% versus the national average, tracking local painter wages.
Can exterior paint go on in Fargo summer heat?
Paint applied in direct sun when Fargo reaches 82F dries too fast and can lap or blister, so crews work the shaded side of the house and early in the day.
How does Fargo rainfall affect exterior paint?
Fargo gets about 25.02 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 ND?
In ND, Remodeling jobs over $4,000 in North Dakota require a contractor license from the Secretary of State. Homes built before 1978 in Fargo also require an EPA lead-safe certified firm for work that disturbs paint.
How long does exterior paint last in Fargo?
Typically 5-10 years; Fargo winter lows near 0F and summer highs near 82F drive the expansion and contraction that crack paint sooner on sun-facing walls.
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