What do most painters charge per hour? you can expect to pay anywhere from $20 to $50 per hour for a professional paint job. The more experienced and skilled your painter, the higher their hourly rate will be–and there's no denying that more complex projects take longer to complete.

Painters charge $400 to $1,000 per room on average, depending on the size. The average cost to paint a 12x12 room is $400 to $950.

On average, painters in California charge between $2 to $6 per square foot for interior painting. However, for exterior painting, the cost might range from $1.50 to $4 per square foot. These prices are just a guideline and can vary based on the above factors.

It's not typical that a painter will give you a per-hour rate, but you can ask. Hourly rates for professional painters can cost you between $20 and $50 for a basic paint job, or $100 or more per hour for more specialized work like painting murals or using a particular level of paint.