Painting in Cambridge, Massachusetts
Best Painting Companies in Cambridge
With a population of about 120,000, Cambridge keeps painting professionals busy year-round. The right Painting company means a job done once and done right, so it pays to review ratings, read real customer feedback, and gather written quotes before you commit.
Cambridge at a glance
- Population
- 118,214
- County
- Middlesex County
- Size in Massachusetts
- #4 largest city
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Vintage 2023 Population Estimates (POPESTIMATE2023)
What painting labor costs near Cambridge
That's the Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH metro-area median for Painters, Construction and Maintenance, 17% 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 Cambridge.
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 Cambridge
Building permits in Cambridge are issued locally — confirm what your project needs with the Middlesex County or Cambridge building department before work starts. Contractor licensing is handled at the state level by the Massachusetts Board of Building Regulations & Standards, where you can verify a company's license.
Verify a license — Massachusetts Board of Building Regulations & Standards
Top-Rated Painting Companies in Cambridge
Below are highly rated painting companies serving Cambridge and the surrounding area. Compare providers, request quotes, and find the right professional for your project.