1998 Honda Accord Ball Park cost of repair

Replace and fit is the same thing. If you purchase a used bumper from a junk yard, you're looking at $100-$150.
New, that'll cost you about double.

To paint, depends on the painter. If you go to your local community college and find an automotive/body student, they'll certainly do this cheaper than a shop.

Student= $100
Shop= $250

Then it'll run you another $100-$200 for the install. Again, it all depends on the installer.

Thank you Ernest, much appreciated
There was actually only a scratch on the bumper, without any paint being taken off, but this is the quote i have been given for the repair.

Just wanted to check that it was reasonable.
I still think I am being ripped off but what can I do.

Regards
Kim

Well yes, body shops do charge outrageous prices for simple fixes. (They charge 4 hours labor for a job that takes 1 hour)

But they get away with this because most people can't fix it themselves.

That's why I recommend going to your local college. Students usually just want the experience. But of course they wouldn't mind making some extra cash on the side.

Good luck!!!