How Much Does It Cost to Wrap a Truck? 2026 Pricing Guide for Seattle-Area Businesses
Quick answer: In the Seattle area, a full printed wrap on a pickup truck costs $4,000–$5,900 at Ardor Printing, depending on cab and bed size, and box trucks run $4,500–$8,500+ depending on box length. Partial truck wraps cost $2,500–$3,100, and lettering starts at $350. At Ardor Printing in Snohomish, WA, every truck is quoted individually based on its size, how much of it is covered, the film and the design.
Key takeaways
- Size and coverage drive most of the price. A midsize pickup with a partial wrap can cost less than a third of a full wrap on a 26-foot box truck.
- Partial wraps are the budget option that still looks "fully wrapped" from the road, especially when the design is matched to the truck's paint color.
- Premium cast films last longer. 3M and Avery Dennison wrap films typically last 5–7 years in the Pacific Northwest with good care.
- Fleets save per vehicle. Once the design is approved, each additional truck costs less to produce. Ardor offers fleet pricing.
Truck wrap cost by truck type (2026)
These are Ardor Printing's current prices for printed 3M wraps, including design and printing. Dually rear fenders, long beds, canopies, service bodies and wrapped chrome add to the price.
| Truck type | Common models | Full printed wrap |
|---|---|---|
| Compact pickup | Maverick, Tacoma, Colorado, Frontier, Santa Cruz | $4,000–$4,500 |
| Single cab full-size pickup | F-150, Silverado 1500, Ram 1500 Classic | $4,100–$4,600 |
| Crew cab pickup | F-150, Silverado, Ram 1500, Tundra CrewMax, Sierra | $4,900–$5,900 |
| Box truck (sides and rear) | 12–26 ft boxes | $4,500–$8,500+ |
| Partial truck wrap | About half the truck, blended into the paint | $2,500–$3,100 |
| Lettering and logos | Cut vinyl name, logo, phone and website | From $350 |
Want the car and SUV numbers too? See our complete vehicle wrap cost guide.
What's included in a truck wrap quote?
A professional truck wrap price from Ardor Printing normally covers:
- Design: layout, branding and proofs from our in-house design team, built to your truck's exact template.
- Printing and lamination: printed on cast wrap vinyl and protected with a matching laminate for UV and scratch resistance.
- Surface prep: cleaning and degreasing so the film bonds correctly.
- Installation: hand-installed by our own crew, including edges, recesses and door handles.
Extras that can add to the price include removing old graphics, working around ladder racks or toolboxes, reflective film and perforated window film.
7 factors that change the cost to wrap a truck
- Truck size. More square footage means more film, more printing and more install time. A crew cab long bed costs more than a regular cab.
- Coverage. Full, partial (doors, bed sides and tailgate) or lettering only.
- Design complexity. Photo-heavy designs and designs that have to line up across the doors and bed take longer to set up and install.
- Film and finish. Standard gloss is the most affordable. Matte, satin, chrome, reflective and color-shift films cost more.
- Body shape. Deep recesses, fender flares and bumpers with lots of curves add install time.
- Paint condition. Vinyl needs sound factory paint. Peeling clear coat or body damage should be fixed first.
- Accessories. Racks, toolboxes and bed caps may need to be removed and reinstalled, or wrapped around.
Full wrap vs. partial wrap vs. lettering: which is right for your work truck?
Choose a full wrap if the truck is your main advertising, you want a complete color change, or you're rebranding a fleet. Choose a partial wrap if you want bold branding on a tighter budget. Partial designs often cover the doors, bed sides and tailgate and blend into the paint. Choose lettering if you mostly need your logo, phone number and website on the truck. We break down the tradeoffs in half wraps vs. full wraps.
Is a truck wrap worth the money?
For most local service businesses, yes. A work truck is on the road every day in the neighborhoods where your customers live. Here's the math: a $4,800 wrap that lasts five years costs about $80 per month. It works every time the truck is driven or parked at a jobsite, and you never pay for ad placement. A wrap also protects the factory paint underneath, which can help resale value when it's time to replace the truck.
How long does a truck wrap take, and how long does it last?
Once the design is approved and printed, most pickups are installed in one to two days. Box trucks can take longer depending on size and coverage. A quality wrap on cast film typically lasts 5–7 years. Hand washing, parking in shade when you can, and avoiding high-pressure spray on the edges all extend its life. Read more in how long a car wrap lasts in the Seattle area.
Truck wraps we've done for local businesses
- Oak Hearth Homes: Ford F-250 wrap
- Play Creations: Toyota Tundra half wrap
- Promax Water Heaters: box truck wrap
- Titan Roofing: work truck wraps
You can browse more projects on our Our Work gallery. If you're outfitting several trucks, see our fleet vehicle wraps page.
Frequently asked questions about truck wrap costs
How much does it cost to wrap a pickup truck?
At Ardor Printing, a full printed wrap costs $4,000–$4,500 on a compact pickup, $4,100–$4,600 on a single cab full-size truck and $4,900–$5,900 on a crew cab. Partial truck wraps cost $2,500–$3,100, and lettering starts at $350.
Is it cheaper to wrap or paint a truck?
A quality wrap usually costs less than a comparable professional paint job. It also protects the original paint and can be removed later. Paint is permanent and can't carry printed graphics like logos and photos.
How much does a box truck wrap cost?
Wrapping the sides and rear of a box truck costs $4,500–$8,500 or more, depending on box length and whether the cab is included. Many businesses wrap the box and add lettering to the cab to control cost.
Do you offer discounts for multiple trucks?
Yes. Ardor Printing offers fleet pricing, and each additional vehicle costs less once the design is approved.
Can you pick up my truck?
Yes. Ardor offers vehicle pick-up and delivery for customers in our service area, so you don't lose a crew member to drop-off.
Get a free truck wrap quote
Ardor Printing designs, prints and installs truck wraps for businesses in Snohomish, Everett, Bellevue, Seattle and across Snohomish and King County. Call (425) 629-0796 or request a free quote with your truck's year, make and model.
About the author: Dayne Remlinger founded Ardor Printing in 2012. His team has branded more than 7,000 vehicles and completed 25,000+ projects from its shop at 12531 Old Snohomish Monroe Rd, Snohomish, WA 98290.
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