How Much Does a Custom Marquee Sign Cost?
July 7, 2026
When you start looking for a custom sign for your business, event company, or home bar, the first question is almost always about price. It is frustrating when sign companies hide their pricing behind a "Contact Us for a Quote" button without giving you any idea of what to expect.
At Vintage Marquee Lights, we believe in transparency. Because every sign is handcrafted and built to order, the final price depends on the size, complexity, and style of the sign. Here is a clear breakdown of how we price our work and what you can expect to spend in each category.
1. Wall-Hanging Marquee Letters
Wall-hanging letters are our most popular option for restaurants, bars, and home studios. These are priced per letter, and the cost depends on two main factors: the height of the letters and the font style. Wall-hanging letters start at 12 inches tall, with larger sizes available. Letters 14 inches and under must use a sans-serif font; script and sizes above 72 inches require manual review. A simple block or sans-serif font falls into our standard pricing tier, while more complex decorative, script, or serif fonts are in a higher tier because they require more intricate metalwork.
The base price includes a single color paint job with our signature vintage or weathered finish. Powder coating is available for an additional cost if you want a more durable modern finish. If you want the letters connected into a single easy-to-hang unit rather than mounting them individually, we can add a custom raceway or connecting bars to the back for an extra charge.
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2. Custom Logos and Designs
When you want your exact business logo or design turned into a dimensional, illuminated sign, the pricing structure changes. Because logos and designs are completely unique, we cannot price them per letter. Instead, custom logo signs are quoted according to their dimensions, layers, colors, and fabrication details.
For a small layered logo up to 36 by 36 inches, a one-layer, one-color configuration is $2,400; two layers and two colors are $2,928. The quote includes a professional mockup and delivery. Larger formats and unusual builds use different pricing, so send your dimensions and artwork for an exact quote.
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3. Event and Stand-Up Letters
If you are an event planner, a university, or a corporation looking for large freestanding letters for photo ops and branded activations, our 36-inch and 48-inch stand-up letters are the industry standard. These are priced per letter, averaging around $700 per letter including shipping. The exact price will vary slightly depending on the total quantity ordered. We sell these letters directly to businesses and event professionals; we do not rent them out ourselves.
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4. Marquee Letter Rental Packages
For entrepreneurs looking to start or scale a marquee letter rental business, buying individual letters is not the most efficient route. We offer complete ready-to-rent inventory packages built specifically for rental businesses. The 25-piece Starter Pack is $12,600 delivered. The 66-piece Pro Pack is $25,200 and is our most common first order. The 112-piece Elite Pack, our Most Popular package, is $34,800. Package prices include ocean freight and import duties. Plan on approximately 14 weeks for delivery and inspect all items within 10 days of arrival.
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5. Mobile Vendor and Food Truck Signs
Food trucks and mobile vendors need signage that is bright enough to attract a crowd but durable enough to handle life on the road. Mobile vendor signs typically range from $5,000 to $10,000. They follow the same sizing tiers as our wall-hanging letters but include specialized mounting hardware. The roof rack system can be built to be permanent, removable, or folding depending on your vehicle's clearance needs. The base price includes a single color paint finish, with powder coating available as an upgrade.
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Get an Exact Quote
These ranges give you a solid idea of what to expect, but the best way to know exactly what your custom sign will cost is to ask. Send us your idea, your logo, or your required letters and we will provide a precise, no-obligation quote.