How Much Does It Cost to Paint a Hallway in Chicagoland?
An average hallway in the Chicagoland area costs about $771 to paint — walls, ceiling, and trim with premium Sherwin-Williams paint, including labor and prep. Prices range from about $704 for a small hallway to $991 for an extra-large one.
Serving Naperville, St. Charles, Wheaton, Geneva, Lisle, Downers Grove and the Chicagoland area.
Hallway painting cost by size
| Size | Typical price (walls + ceiling + trim) |
|---|---|
| Small hallway | $704 |
| Average hallway | $771 |
| Large hallway | $852 |
| Extra-large hallway | $991 |
What's included
- Two coats on walls, ceiling, and trim/baseboards
- Premium Sherwin-Williams paint (SW Cashmere, SW Painters Edge Plus, SW Emerald Urethane)
- Patching of minor nicks & nail holes; surface prep
- Cleanup and protection of floors & furniture
How we price it
These prices reflect real per-square-foot labor rates and current Sherwin-Williams paint costs — not generic national averages. They're calibrated against thousands of completed painting jobs and updated as paint prices change. Your exact price depends on room size, wall condition, and the surfaces you choose.
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Frequently asked questions
Yes. Our hallway prices include premium Sherwin-Williams paint (walls, ceiling, and trim) plus labor and prep — no hidden material costs.
An average hallway typically takes about one day for two coats, including prep and trim.
Two coats on the surfaces you choose — walls, ceiling, and trim/baseboards — plus patching of minor nicks and nail holes, and premium paint.
Prices as of 2026. Powered by Home Service Pricer.