How much are your customers expecting to pay for your work? If they read NerdWallet, the answer might be: Not enough.

The money-wise site reports that homeowners can expect to pay anywhere between $967 to $3,076, according to data from Angi and Home Advisor. The average homeowner will spend $2,014, costing $2 to $6 per square foot. The higher end of that estimate accounts for including walls, trim, and ceilings in the project.

Outside jobs bump the payrate, of course. The site reports that an exterior paint job will run anything from $1,819 to $4,551, with an average of $3,178. Upcharges for a second story or more expensive siding can add to that average.

Here are the numbers per home size:

Interior:

• 1,000 square feet: $2,000-$6,000
• 1,500 square feet: $3,000-$9,000
• 2,000 square feet: $4,000-$12,000
• 2,500 square feet: $5,000-$15,000
• 3,000 square feet: $6,000-$18,000

Exterior:

• 1,000 square feet: $1,500 to $4,000
• 1,500 square feet: $2,250-$6,000
• 2,000 square feet: $3,000 to $8,000
• 2,500 square feet: $3,750-$12,000

Of course, averages can be an imprecise measurement. The costs of goods and services vary wildly based on local economies.

So how does this compare to what you’re charging in 2025? Let us know in the comments.