Car wraps in New Orleans run about $2,500 to $5,000 for a full wrap. See 2026 pricing by vehicle size, wrap type, and finish, plus what shapes your quote.
Most car wraps in New Orleans cost between $2,500 and $5,000 for a full vehicle wrap. Smaller cars sit at the low end and large trucks or vans land at the top.
Partial wraps and simple graphics cost far less, often $500 to $1,800. Specialty finishes such as chrome, color shift, or textured vinyl push the price higher.
What you actually pay comes down to your vehicle size, the type of vinyl, and how much of the car gets covered. Here is how the numbers work for drivers across the Greater New Orleans area.
| Wrap Type | Typical Price Range |
|---|---|
| Partial wrap or graphics | $500 to $1,800 |
| Full wrap, compact car | $2,500 to $3,500 |
| Full wrap, sedan or small SUV | $3,000 to $4,000 |
| Full wrap, truck or van | $3,500 to $5,500 |
| Color change wrap | $3,500 to $6,000 |
| Specialty finish | $5,000 and up |
These are working ranges, not flat quotes. A precise figure depends on your exact vehicle and the condition of the paint underneath.
Three things move the number more than anything else. Each one adds material, labor, or both.
A two door coupe takes less material and fewer labor hours than a lifted truck or a cargo van. More square footage means more vinyl and more time on the install.
Curves, bumpers, and recessed panels also add hours. A boxy van is often easier to wrap cleanly than a car packed with tight contours.
Standard gloss and matte films are the most affordable option. A straightforward color swap costs more because the material and the install are both more demanding.
Premium finishes sit at the top. Chrome, brushed metal, carbon fiber texture, and color shift films carry higher material costs and need more skilled labor.
A full wrap covers every painted panel on the vehicle. A partial wrap covers a section, such as the hood, roof, or rear quarter.
Partial coverage is the cheapest way to change your look or add branding. It suits drivers who want impact without the full investment.
A full custom wrap gives you complete coverage and the widest range of design choices. If you want a total transformation, a fully custom build is the route most local drivers take.
A targeted partial wrap costs less and still makes a strong statement. Covering key panels keeps the budget down while changing the character of the car.
For a clean factory color change, swapping the color in vinyl lands in the middle of the range. You get a brand new finish without the cost or permanence of a respray.
Some upgrades change the final price in ways the base wrap does not. Two come up often.
Blacking out trim and badges is a popular request. A chrome delete is far cheaper than a full wrap and gives a sharp, modern look.
Drivers who want protection rather than a new color often add clear protective film. It shields the front end from rock chips on I-10 and the Causeway, and it costs more per square foot than standard vinyl.
Business wraps follow the same size and coverage logic, but volume changes the math. A single advertising van falls into the standard full wrap range.
For branded work trucks and delivery vehicles, commercial wraps turn each vehicle into rolling advertising across the metro area. The cost per vehicle drops when several are wrapped together.
Companies running multiple vehicles should look at fleet wrap programs. Consistent design and bulk pricing bring the per unit cost down.
Local conditions matter here. Heat, humidity, and strong Gulf sun put real stress on vinyl, so quality material and careful installation are worth paying for.
A cheap wrap installed poorly will lift and fade fast in Louisiana weather. A properly installed wrap from a shop that knows the climate holds its look for years.
Where you park also affects how long the wrap lasts. Garage storage versus street parking in Metairie or Gretna changes the long term value, not the upfront price.
The ranges above will put you in the ballpark, but every vehicle is different. The only way to know your real cost is to have the car looked at in person.
Tell us your vehicle and what you have in mind, and we will give you a clear price with no surprises. Reach out for a quote and we will take it from there.
We serve drivers in New Orleans, Metairie, Kenner, Gretna, and the surrounding parishes from our shop on Rousseau Street.
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