How Much Does It Cost to Paint the Interior of a House in 2025?

If you’re thinking about freshening up your walls—or just moved into a new place—you’ve probably asked yourself:

“How much is it gonna cost to paint the inside of this house?”

We get that question all the time at MGP Painting. And the honest answer? It depends. 

But don’t worry—we’ll break it all down for you right here. No guesswork, just real numbers.

So, What’s the Ballpark Cost?

Here’s a quick cheat sheet based on home size:

Home Size	Average Interior Painting Cost
1,000 sq. ft.	$2,000 – $3,000
1,200 sq. ft.	$2,400 – $3,600
1,500 sq. ft.	$3,000 – $4,500
2,000 sq. ft.	$4,000 – $6,000
3,000 sq. ft.	$6,000 – $9,000

These prices include labor, basic prep, and two coats of decent quality paint on the walls.
Add a little more if you’re doing ceilings, trim, or custom colors.

If you're still narrowing down what rooms to paint, our post on how much it costs to paint a single room breaks it down further by room size and type.

What Can Raise (or Lower) the Cost?

A few key things affect the final number:

• Square Footage – More walls = more paint and more time
• Room Layout – Open layouts are faster than homes chopped into lots of small rooms
• Wall Condition – Dents, nail holes, stains? They’ll need fixing first
• Paint Type – Cheaper paint costs less upfront but doesn’t last as long
• Labor – You’re paying for skill. A pro job looks cleaner and lasts longer

If you're curious how your color choices might affect the mood of your rooms, we've shared some surprising insights here.

Breakdown by Square Footage

Let’s go a little deeper:

1,000 Sq. Ft. Home

Avg. Cost: $2,000–$3,000

• Great for small homes, condos, or apartments
• Includes basic prep and two coats on the walls
• Add a few hundred if you’re doing ceilings or trim

1,200 Sq. Ft. Home

Avg. Cost: $2,400–$3,600

• Typical size for townhouses or starter homes
• Trim and ceiling painting may add $300–$500

1,500 Sq. Ft. Home

Avg. Cost: $3,000–$4,500

• A solid 3-bedroom home
• Expect a bit more if walls need repairs or special finishes

2,000 Sq. Ft. Home

Avg. Cost: $4,000–$6,000

• These usually have more trims and ceilings to handle
  
  
• Want accent walls or multiple colors? That’ll bump things up a bit

3,000 Sq. Ft. Home

Avg. Cost: $6,000–$9,000

• Big homes, sometimes multi-story, with tall ceilings
• Plan on a full crew and a few days’ work

If you're considering a painting project in Bergen County, our team at MGP Painting offers expert painting services in Bergen County and can give you a more accurate, tailored estimate based on your home's size and needs.

Should You Hire a Pro or DIY?

Here’s the real talk:

DIY sounds good until you’re halfway through your second room, sore, tired, and trying to fix streaky walls.

Pros (like us) bring:

• Clean, crisp lines
• Proper prep
• No cleanup mess
• A job that actually lasts

It’s one of those “you get what you pay for” things. And if you’re planning to sell or just want to enjoy your space more, it’s definitely worth every penny. When you're ready to skip the hassle and get expert results, we invite you to visit our site to learn more about how we can help with your painting needs in Bergen County.

Want a Real, All-In Quote?

Every home is different. The fastest way to know your exact cost? Let us take a look.

At MGP Painting Inc., we’ve painted hundreds of homes across Rockland, Westchester, Orange County (NY), and Bergen County (NJ)—so we know how to size up a project fast and fair.

Give us a call or fill out our online quote form