Drywall Installation cost in Renton, WA
Renton homeowners typically pay $1,800 – $4,200 for drywall installation. Local labor and materials price 20% above the national average.
Renton average
$3,000
Typical low
$1,800
Typical high
$4,200
Per square foot
$2 – $4
Sample ZIP
98055
What drives Renton pricing
Local labor
Renton follows the King County labor market.
Permits & code
City permits with critical-areas review in some neighborhoods.
Climate & conditions
Rain and moss make maintenance a recurring cost.
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Estimated project cost
$1,767 – $2,432
Most homeowners pay around $2,100
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Cost by material in Renton
Installed Renton 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 Renton
A typical $3,000 Renton project, broken down by line item.
- Labor0.45% · $14
- Materials0.38% · $11
- Permits & inspections0.05% · $2
- Overhead & profit0.12% · $4
Common add-ons
Extras that show up on Renton quotes but rarely in the headline price.
Ceiling texture removal
Insulation before board
Corner bead and archways
Painting after finish
Ways to save in Renton
- 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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