Aluminum fence cost in Bridgeport, CT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,000 – $11,900
- Per linear ft
- $26.50 – $78
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +5%
- US $7,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #54
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for an aluminum fence in the Bridgeport area: $4,000 to $11,900 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% higher than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $30.39 an hour in the Bridgeport area, 4% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Bridgeport, CT, standard level
$6,350 to $9,500
About $42 to $62.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 39% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,700 | $5,750 |
| Labor | $2,550 | $3,650 |
| Permits and fees | $80 | $130 |
| Total | $6,350 | $9,500 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Bridgeport, CT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,200 | $4,750 | $7,300 | 60% |
| Labor | $1,750 | $3,100 | $4,400 | 39% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $100 | $160 | 1% |
| Total | $4,000 | $7,950 | $11,900 | 100% |
Why Bridgeport prices look the way they do
Labor is 39% of the midpoint bill here, against 35% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (40%), construction laborers (40%), sheet metal workers (20%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Bridgeport the blended ratio comes out at 1.18.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Bridgeport is at 97.3 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $4,900 nationally becomes $4,750 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 106.9: $45 to $160.
Add-ons priced for Bridgeport
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.08 for Bridgeport, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.18) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $220 – $970 |
How Bridgeport compares
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 150 linear ft range from $7,700 to $8,800 across Bridgeport and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bridgeport, CTthis page | $4,000 – $11,900 | $7,950 | |
| Waterbury, CT25 miles | $3,850 – $11,600 | $7,700 | −3% |
| New Haven, CT30 miles | $4,000 – $11,800 | $7,900 | level |
| Poughkeepsie, NY40 miles | $4,150 – $12,500 | $8,300 | +5% |
| New York, NY40 miles | $4,400 – $13,200 | $8,800 | +11% |
| Hartford, CT55 miles | $3,950 – $11,800 | $7,900 | −1% |
| Connecticut (statewide) | $4,000 – $11,900 | $7,900 | level |
| United States | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | −4% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Bridgeport ranks #54 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Bridgeport is 0% above the Connecticut figure.
Elsewhere in Connecticut
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hartford, CT | 599,770 jobs | $3,950 – $11,800 | $7,900 | −1% |
| New Haven, CT | 281,410 jobs | $4,000 – $11,800 | $7,900 | level |
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $3,850 – $11,600 | $7,700 | −3% |
| Norwich, CT | 126,450 jobs | $3,900 – $11,700 | $7,800 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bridgeport against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albuquerque, NM | 404,700 jobs | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,200 | −9% |
| Des Moines, IA | 404,130 jobs | $3,700 – $11,100 | $7,400 | −7% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $3,850 – $11,500 | $7,650 | −3% |
| Columbia, SC | 394,200 jobs | $3,450 – $10,500 | $7,000 | −12% |
The best months for aluminum fence in Bridgeport
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Bridgeport Sikorsky Mem Ap (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 Bridgeport are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February 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.
Bridgeport gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 34 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, April and August (4.2 inches in April). Inside the workable window, July and November are the driest, at 3.3 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 9 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 | 24 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 26 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 47 | 32 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Apr | 58 | 42 | 4.2 | Workable |
| May | 68 | 52 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 78 | 62 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 68 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 82 | 67 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 60 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 64 | 48 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 38 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 44 | 30 | 4.0 | Cold |
Related projects, priced for Bridgeport
Jobs that often go together with aluminum fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Bridgeport wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, inground pool comes out highest (+11%) and vinyl fence lowest (+1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,550 – $9,300 | +1% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,200 – $7,900 | +4% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,600 – $6,800 | +9% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $39,900 – $124,500 | +11% |
Who does the work: Bridgeport 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 Bridgeport the blend is 1.18.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $30.39 an hour, 4% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $27.19 and $37.89 an hour. About 1,100 work in the metro. That is 27.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 40%) the local median is $28.38 an hour, which is 25% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $23.18 and $35.00 an hour. BLS counts 1,930 of them working in the area, 47.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $38.71 an hour, 30% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $31.25 and $44.62 an hour. About 500 work in the metro. That is 12.4 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 $270 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $120. That is a swing of roughly 1.5% to 3.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury has 404,180 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 63rd 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% | $27.19 | $30.39 | $37.89 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $23.18 | $28.38 | $35.00 | $22.66 | 1.25 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $31.25 | $38.71 | $44.62 | $29.71 | 1.30 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.18 | |||||
Bridgeport: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Bridgeport. 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
$4,000 to $7,150
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$6,350 to $9,500
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$8,750 to $11,900
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,700 – $4,800 | $4,250 – $6,400 | $5,850 – $7,950 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,000 – $7,150 | $6,350 – $9,500 | $8,750 – $11,900 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,300 – $9,500 | $8,450 – $12,600 | $11,600 – $15,800 |
Aluminum fence: what moves the price in Bridgeport
Style
Aluminum picket runs $25-$50 per linear foot installed, ornamental fence $40-$75, and privacy designs $75-$130 (HomeGuide).
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.
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Aluminum fence in Bridgeport: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Bridgeport?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,000 to $11,900 in the Bridgeport area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,350 to $9,500. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for aluminum fence in Bridgeport?
About $26.50 to $78 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $160 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $25 to $75.
+Is aluminum fence cheaper in Bridgeport or Waterbury?
Waterbury is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $7,700, which is 3% less than Bridgeport ($7,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bridgeport?
About 39% at the midpoint, or $3,100 out of $7,950. Materials are 60% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 35%.
+What would 150 ft (150 linear ft) cost in Bridgeport?
$4,000 to $11,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does aluminum fence need a permit in Bridgeport?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $160 for fees in the Bridgeport area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bridgeport expensive for aluminum fence compared with the rest of Connecticut?
Bridgeport is 0% above the Connecticut statewide estimate ($7,900 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Connecticut; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Bridgeport?
The BLS median is $30.39 an hour in the Bridgeport area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.19 to $37.89.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Bridgeport?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,000 to $7,150 and premium work $8,750 to $11,900. 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 Bridgeport?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. July and November 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 Bridgeport?
$220 to $970, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence near Bridgeport
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.