Updated October 2026· Independently researched·8 min read
Most painting jobs in Hobart cost $270–$10,800
from a single room to a whole interior
A single room in Hobart costs $270–$900. A full 3-bed interior runs $3,600–$8,550. Exterior repainting for a 3-bed house costs $3,600–$9,000. Hourly rates are $36–$90/hr.
+4.0%Painter costs in Hobart are up around 4.0% over the past year, re-verified against 90+ sources in October 2026.Year on year
Average Painter Cost in Hobart
$54
per hour or $25–$45 per square metre (interior)
Per Room
$270–$900
Interior (3-bed)
$4k–$9k
Exterior
$4k–$16k
Budget $36/hrAverage $54/hrPremium $90/hr
Painting in Hobart costs $36–$90 per hour for a licensed painter, or $270–$900 for a single room (walls and ceiling). A whole-house interior repaint for a 3-bedroom costs $3,600–$8,550, while exterior repainting runs $3,600–$9,000.
We've compiled pricing from painters across Hobart as of October 2026. All prices include GST.
Quick answerPainter in Hobart costs $36–$90 /hr, with most averaging $54 /hr. GST included — verified October 2026. Get free Hobart quotes →
Hobart painters: a day on site, doors, ceilings and feature walls, and wallpaper
A Hobart painter for a day
A painter's day rate is $315–$585 in our Hobart table. Eight hours at the typical hourly rate ($54) come to $432.
Doors, ceilings and feature walls in Hobart
Painting a door on both sides is $72–$180 in our Hobart table, a ceiling alone $180–$450 a room and a feature wall $135–$450. Six doors at the typical price come to $690.
Stripping wallpaper and repainting in Hobart
Removing wallpaper and repainting is $450–$1,350 a room in our Hobart table, against $270–$900 to paint a room's walls and ceiling with no paper to strip; at the typical prices the difference is $225 a room.
These answers use the prices in the table on this page.
What Affects Painter Costs in Hobart
Interior vs exterior
Interior painting in Hobart ($3,600–$8,550 for a 3-bed) is generally cheaper than exterior ($3,600–$9,000) due to weather exposure, scaffolding needs, and prep work on external surfaces.
Surface condition
Freshly plastered walls are easy. Older Hobart homes with peeling paint, cracks, or wallpaper removal need extensive prep, which adds to labour costs.
Number of coats
Two coats over a primer is standard. Dark-to-light colour changes may need 3+ coats. Extra coats add to paint costs and labour time.
Ceiling height & access
Standard 2.4m ceilings are straightforward. Higher ceilings in older Hobart homes need scaffolding or platform ladders, increasing cost and time.
Paint quality
Budget paint vs premium (for example Dulux Wash & Wear) affects both finish quality and longevity. Most Hobart painters recommend mid-range to premium for interiors.
Trim & detail work
Painting doors, window frames, skirting boards, and architraves is labour-intensive. A feature wall ($135–$450 in Hobart) with a different colour or texture adds cost.
How to Save Money on Painter Cost in Hobart
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Get quotes from licensed Hobart painters — prices vary significantly based on scope and prep
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Ask for a detailed quote that separates prep, painting, and materials
3
Choose mid-range paint (Dulux, Taubmans) — it's better value than budget paint that needs more coats
4
Move furniture and cover floors yourself to save on your Hobart painter's prep time
5
Ask how many coats are included and whether primer is extra
6
Rain is spread through the year in Hobart (39–62 mm in every month, Bureau of Meteorology), so allow spare days for exterior painting rather than waiting for a dry season
Finding house painters in Hobart
Hobart’s cool, damp winters and heritage weatherboard and sandstone homes both shape how a paint job should be prepped. Interior painting in Hobart: a room is $270–$900 in our table, a ceiling on its own $180–$450, and a whole three-bedroom house $3,600–$8,550.
Painting isn’t a licensed trade in Tasmania, so the checks that matter most are recent local references and reviews, a current ABN, and a certificate of currency for public liability insurance. Get the scope in writing too: the number of coats, the surface prep, and the products they’ll use.
For a house painter in Hobart, ask how the quote treats preparation on weatherboard and older surfaces — the exterior rows here are $3,600–$9,000 single-storey and $6,750–$16,200 two-storey.
Frequently Asked Questions — Painter Cost in Hobart
How much does exterior painting cost in Hobart?
In our Hobart table: a single-storey exterior $3,600–$9,000 and a two-storey exterior $6,750–$16,200.
How much does house painting cost in Hobart?
In our Hobart table: a single room (walls and ceiling) $270–$900 a room, a whole 3-bedroom interior $3,600–$8,550 and a single-storey exterior $3,600–$9,000.
Do painters charge for quotes in Hobart?
Our Hobart table has no separate price for a quote. The closest lines are the hourly rate at $36–$90 an hour and a single room (walls and ceiling) at $270–$900 a room.
How much does painting cost per square metre in Hobart?
In our Hobart table: interior painting (wall and ceiling surface area) $18–$36 a square metre and exterior painting (wall surface area) $22–$54 a square metre.
How much does interior painting cost in Hobart?
In our Hobart table: a whole 3-bedroom interior $3,600–$8,550 and a whole 4-bedroom interior $4,050–$10,800.
What does commercial painting cost per square metre in Hobart?
Commercial painting is not a line in our Hobart table. Nearest: interior painting per square metre of wall and ceiling at $18–$36 a square metre, exterior painting per square metre of wall at $22–$54 a square metre.
How much does a painter charge per hour in Hobart?
Our Hobart table has a painter at $36–$90 an hour, typically $54.
How much do painters charge per room in Hobart?
Going by our Hobart table, expect $270–$900 a room for painting a single room (walls and ceiling); the typical price is $585.
What do painters charge for an apartment in Hobart?
Painting the interior of a 2-bedroom unit or apartment is $2,250–$5,850 in our Hobart table, typically $3,775.
Our Methodology
These are independent estimates from public cost guides, marketplaces and industry rate data, and no tradesperson can influence them, so always get a few quotes. Last reviewed October 2026. Read our full methodology →
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