Aluminum fence cost in Grand Junction, CO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $3,600 – $10,900
- Per linear ft
- $24 – $71.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $7,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #164
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for an aluminum fence in the Grand Junction area: $3,600 to $10,900 for 150 linear ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 5% lower than the US figure. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.1).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Grand Junction, CO, standard level
$5,800 to $8,700
About $38 to $57 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 34% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,650 | $5,700 |
| Labor | $2,050 | $2,900 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $5,800 | $8,700 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Grand Junction, CO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $4,700 | $7,200 | 65% |
| Labor | $1,400 | $2,450 | $3,500 | 34% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $3,600 | $7,250 | $10,900 | 100% |
Where the Grand Junction price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 40% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.96 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Grand Junction is 0.94 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 34% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Grand Junction is at 96.1 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $4,900 nationally becomes $4,700 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 95.5: $40 to $140.
Is Grand Junction cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Denver is the priciest of the group at $7,750. Colorado Springs is the cheapest at $7,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Junction, COthis page | $3,600 – $10,900 | $7,250 | |
| Boulder, CO180 miles | $3,700 – $11,000 | $7,350 | +2% |
| Denver, CO195 miles | $3,900 – $11,600 | $7,750 | +7% |
| Fort Collins, CO195 miles | $3,650 – $11,000 | $7,300 | +1% |
| Colorado Springs, CO205 miles | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,200 | level |
| Provo, UT215 miles | $3,650 – $11,000 | $7,300 | +1% |
| Colorado (statewide) | $3,800 – $11,300 | $7,550 | +5% |
| United States | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | +5% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Grand Junction ranks #164 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Grand Junction is 4% below the Colorado figure.
Elsewhere in Colorado
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | 1,609,350 jobs | $3,900 – $11,600 | $7,750 | +7% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 316,060 jobs | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,200 | level |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $3,700 – $11,000 | $7,350 | +2% |
| Fort Collins, CO | 169,430 jobs | $3,650 – $11,000 | $7,300 | +1% |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $3,600 – $10,900 | $7,250 | level |
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $3,550 – $10,800 | $7,150 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Grand Junction against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Morgantown, WV | 67,370 jobs | $3,600 – $10,900 | $7,250 | level |
| Missoula, MT | 67,070 jobs | $3,700 – $11,100 | $7,400 | +2% |
| Winchester, VA | 67,740 jobs | $3,450 – $10,500 | $7,000 | −3% |
| Logan, UT | 66,800 jobs | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,200 | level |
Planning more than one job in Grand Junction?
Jobs that often go together with aluminum fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Grand Junction wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, inground pool comes out highest (−3%) and vinyl fence lowest (−4%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,800 | −4% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,950 – $7,400 | −3% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $5,950 | −4% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $35,000 – $109,000 | −3% |
Grand Junction: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Grand Junction. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from pool fence (100 linear ft) to 200 ft (200 linear ft).
Basic
$3,600 to $6,500
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$5,800 to $8,700
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$7,950 to $10,900
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,400 – $4,350 | $3,900 – $5,800 | $5,350 – $7,300 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,600 – $6,500 | $5,800 – $8,700 | $7,950 – $10,900 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $4,800 – $8,650 | $7,700 – $11,500 | $10,600 – $14,400 |
Add-ons priced for Grand Junction
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.95 for Grand Junction, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.94) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $190 – $850 |
The best months for aluminum fence in Grand Junction
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Grand Junction Walker Fld (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Grand Junction are February through June and September through November: 8 of 12. Outside them, January and December have an average daytime high under 45°F, and July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
In January and December the average high stays below 45°F. Sealants, adhesives and some materials, such as vinyl, are harder to install well in the cold, and short daylight cuts the working day.
Grand Junction gets about 9 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 18 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, September and October (1.2 inches in September). Inside the workable window, February and June are the driest, at 0.5 and 0.4 inches. The station averages about 68 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 38 | 17 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 46 | 24 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Mar | 58 | 32 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 66 | 38 | 1.0 | Workable |
| May | 77 | 47 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 57 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 95 | 64 | 0.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 62 | 0.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 82 | 53 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 67 | 40 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 52 | 28 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 39 | 18 | 0.6 | Cold |
Specs and site conditions that change a Grand Junction bid
Soil and slope
Steep slopes and rocky clay can add $15-$20+ per linear foot in labor.
Pool codes
Many codes require a pool barrier with gaps under 4 inches, which influences the style you can buy.
Permit
A fence permit runs $40-$150.
Who does the work: Grand Junction trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Grand Junction the blend is 0.94.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $28.96 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.51 and $32.86 an hour. About 340 work in the metro. That is 50.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 40%) the local median is $21.51 an hour, which is 5% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.55 and $24.79 an hour. BLS counts 570 of them working in the area, 84.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $23.56 an hour, 21% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $21.85 and $31.92 an hour. About 90 work in the metro. That is 13.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $140 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $200. That is a swing of roughly 2.7% to 1.9% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Grand Junction has 67,170 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 269th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $23.51 | $28.96 | $32.86 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $18.55 | $21.51 | $24.79 | $22.66 | 0.95 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $21.85 | $23.56 | $31.92 | $29.71 | 0.79 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
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Aluminum fence in Grand Junction: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Grand Junction?
For 150 linear ft, expect $3,600 to $10,900 in the Grand Junction area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,800 to $8,700. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for aluminum fence in Grand Junction?
About $24 to $71.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $25 to $75.
+Is aluminum fence cheaper in Grand Junction or Boulder?
Boulder is 180 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $7,350, which is 2% more than Grand Junction ($7,250). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Grand Junction?
About 34% at the midpoint, or $2,450 out of $7,250. Materials are 65% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 35%.
+What would 150 ft (150 linear ft) cost in Grand Junction?
$3,600 to $10,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does aluminum fence need a permit in Grand Junction?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $140 for fees in the Grand Junction area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Grand Junction expensive for aluminum fence compared with the rest of Colorado?
Grand Junction is 4% below the Colorado statewide estimate ($7,550 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Colorado; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Grand Junction?
The BLS median is $28.96 an hour in the Grand Junction area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.51 to $32.86.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Grand Junction?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,600 to $6,500 and premium work $7,950 to $10,900. Basic means: standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft. Premium means: tall privacy slat or custom ornamental.
+When is the best time to install an aluminum fence in Grand Junction?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through June and September through November. February and June are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
+What does "add one gate" add in Grand Junction?
$190 to $850, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence near Grand Junction
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does an Aluminum Fence Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = installed range minus HomeGuide's $10-$25/ft labor range.