Painting in Aurora, Illinois
Best Painting Companies in Aurora
Aurora (population about 180,000) has a competitive market of painting companies serving the wider Illinois area. Comparing providers on ratings, reviews, licensing, and price is the best way to find a professional who fits your project and your budget.
Aurora at a glance
- Population
- 177,563
- County
- Kane County
- Size in Illinois
- #2 largest city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 Population Estimates (POPESTIMATE2023)
What painting labor costs near Aurora
That's the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN metro-area median for Painters, Construction and Maintenance, 25% above the national median. Because labor is the biggest line item in most paintingjobs, it's a strong signal of what you'll pay to hire in Aurora.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), 2025 · metro-area estimate · Painters, Construction and Maintenance (SOC 47-2141)
Permits & licensing in Aurora
Building permits in Aurora are issued locally — confirm what your project needs with the Kane County or Aurora building department before work starts. Contractor licensing is handled at the state level; Illinois has no statewide general-contractor license, so check the Illinois (general contracting is licensed locally; plumbers via IDPH) and local rules.
Licensing info — Illinois (general contracting is licensed locally; plumbers via IDPH)
Top-Rated Painting Companies in Aurora
Below are highly rated painting companies serving Aurora and the surrounding area. Compare providers, request quotes, and find the right professional for your project.