Drywall Installation cost in Lubbock, TX
Lubbock homeowners typically pay $1,400 – $3,250 for drywall installation. Local labor and materials price 7% below the national average.
Lubbock average
$2,350
Typical low
$1,400
Typical high
$3,250
Per square foot
$1 – $3
Sample ZIP
79401
What drives Lubbock pricing
Local labor
West Texas crews are affordable but availability is thinner.
Permits & code
City permits apply to structural and exterior work.
Climate & conditions
High winds and hail drive impact-rated material choices.
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Estimated project cost
$1,368 – $1,881
Most homeowners pay around $1,625
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Cost by material in Lubbock
Installed Lubbock pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Hang only | $1 – $2 |
| Hang, tape and finish (Level 4) | $2 – $3 |
| Level 5 smooth finish | $3 – $3 |
| Moisture / fire-rated assemblies | $3 – $5 |
Where the money goes in Lubbock
A typical $2,350 Lubbock project, broken down by line item.
- Labor0.45% · $11
- Materials0.38% · $9
- Permits & inspections0.05% · $1
- Overhead & profit0.12% · $3
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Lubbock quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Ceiling texture removal
Insulation before board
Corner bead and archways
Painting after finish
Ways to save in Lubbock
- Order board delivered to the room to avoid carry charges.
- Accept a Level 4 finish unless walls take raking light.
- Collect three written bids on an identical scope — spreads of 20–40% are normal.
- Book in the off-season and stay flexible on the start date to save 5–15%.
- Bundle nearby work into one mobilization so you only pay setup and travel once.
- Ask what the contractor would change to cut 10% without hurting durability.
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