Drywall Cost Guide in Pittsburgh — Average Prices & Ranges

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For a Pittsburgh address, plan on $2,394 to $9,335 per job for drywall installation, with the midpoint near $4,727.

The Pennsylvania market sets a baseline, but Pittsburgh neighbourhoods vary. Access, parking and the age of the building can each add to a drywall installation bill.

Typical cost at a glance

United States planning figures, per job
LevelPrice
Low~$2,394
Typical~$4,727
High~$9,335

Cost by type

TypeLowTypicalHigh
Complete drywall at standard grade~$2,394~$5,865~$9,335
Single-issue patch or repair~$431~$1,896~$3,361
Assessment visit with written scope~$72.00~$316~$560
Upgraded materials or custom finish~$3,711~$11,658~$19,604
Weekend, holiday or rush callout~$3,064~$9,094~$15,123

All figures per job.

What Drywall typically costs

Drywall does not carry one published price. Across Pittsburgh, most jobs fall between $2,394 and $9,335 per job, and the number in between, about $4,727, is the fairest single figure to plan around.

Timing your drywall installation

For drywall installation, same-day and after-hours call-outs sit at the top of the range. A standard appointment booked in advance gives you the best chance of the typical figure.

What moves the price of drywall installation

Labour, materials and timing explain most of the gap between two quotes for drywall installation. Access and preparation often matter as much as the headline task, so a job that needs extra setup or a second visit costs more even when the base price looks identical.

How to compare quotes for drywall installation

Cheapest is not the same as best value for drywall installation. A slightly higher quote with a complete scope and no open-ended extras is often safer than the lowest figure with caveats.

Frequently asked questions

How much does drywall installation cost?
Most drywall installation falls between $2,394 and $9,335, with a typical figure near $4,727 per job. The low end is a straightforward job with no surprises; the high end covers complex scope, premium materials or urgent timing. It is worth testing that against a couple of quotes in Pittsburgh.
What affects the price of drywall installation?
The honest answer is that it depends on the specifics. Compare the written scope first, then the price. Local providers in Pittsburgh can confirm how that applies to your area.
Is Drywall cheaper in smaller cities?
Often, but not always. Smaller markets can carry a travel or availability premium that offsets a lower local rate, so it is worth checking a nearby city before assuming the lowest published figure applies to you. In Pittsburgh, that is worth confirming with a local provider before you commit.
How many quotes should I get for drywall installation?
Two or three written quotes are enough to see the real market range. Compare the same scope side by side, and ask each provider what is excluded and what would change the price after the quote is accepted. The answer can shift with the Pittsburgh market, so check locally.

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These are planning ranges drawn from public price data and market research. They are not a quote, an offer or financial advice, and your actual price depends on the provider, the location and the scope of the work.