Drywall Installation cost in Portland, OR
Portland homeowners typically pay $1,750 – $4,150 for drywall installation. Local labor and materials price 18% above the national average.
Portland average
$2,950
Typical low
$1,750
Typical high
$4,150
Per square foot
$2 – $4
Sample ZIP
97201
What drives Portland pricing
Local labor
Portland labor prices well above the national average with tight scheduling in summer.
Permits & code
City permits and design review can add weeks to exterior projects.
Climate & conditions
Long wet season limits the exterior build window and demands rot-resistant materials.
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Estimated project cost
$1,739 – $2,385
Most homeowners pay around $2,062
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Cost by material in Portland
Installed Portland pricing per square foot.
| Option | Installed cost |
|---|---|
| Hang only | $2 – $3 |
| Hang, tape and finish (Level 4) | $3 – $3 |
| Level 5 smooth finish | $3 – $4 |
| Moisture / fire-rated assemblies | $4 – $6 |
Where the money goes in Portland
A typical $2,950 Portland project, broken down by line item.
- Labor0.45% · $13
- Materials0.38% · $11
- Permits & inspections0.05% · $1
- Overhead & profit0.12% · $4
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Portland quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Ceiling texture removal
Insulation before board
Corner bead and archways
Painting after finish
Ways to save in Portland
- 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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