Aluminum fence cost in Honolulu, HI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,950 – $14,500
- Per linear ft
- $32.50 – $95.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +28%
- US $7,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #1
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for an aluminum fence in the Honolulu area: $4,950 to $14,500 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 28% higher than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $45.34 an hour in the Honolulu area, 56% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Honolulu, HI, standard level
$7,800 to $11,600
About $51.50 to $76.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 43% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,250 | $6,600 |
| Labor | $3,450 | $4,900 |
| Permits and fees | $80 | $130 |
| Total | $7,800 | $11,600 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Honolulu, HI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,500 | $5,450 | $8,350 | 56% |
| Labor | $2,400 | $4,150 | $5,950 | 43% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $110 | $170 | 1% |
| Total | $4,950 | $9,700 | $14,500 | 100% |
Where the Honolulu price comes from
Labor is 43% 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 Honolulu the blended ratio comes out at 1.59.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Honolulu is at 111.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $4,900 nationally becomes $5,450 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 111.0: $45 to $170.
How Honolulu 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 $8,550 to $9,700 across Honolulu and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honolulu, HIthis page | $4,950 – $14,500 | $9,700 | |
| Kahului, HI110 miles | $4,850 – $14,300 | $9,550 | −2% |
| Santa Rosa, CA2395 miles | $4,350 – $12,900 | $8,600 | −11% |
| Santa Cruz, CA2415 miles | $4,300 – $12,800 | $8,550 | −12% |
| San Francisco, CA2415 miles | $4,800 – $14,100 | $9,450 | −3% |
| Napa, CA2425 miles | $4,350 – $12,900 | $8,600 | −11% |
| Hawaii (statewide) | $4,850 – $14,300 | $9,550 | −2% |
| United States | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | −22% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Honolulu ranks #1 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Honolulu is 2% above the Hawaii figure.
Elsewhere in Hawaii
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kahului, HI | 73,750 jobs | $4,850 – $14,300 | $9,550 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Honolulu against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, NY | 449,410 jobs | $3,900 – $11,600 | $7,750 | −20% |
| New Orleans, LA | 445,550 jobs | $3,350 – $10,200 | $6,800 | −30% |
| Tulsa, OK | 458,730 jobs | $3,450 – $10,400 | $6,900 | −29% |
| Greenville, SC | 434,900 jobs | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,050 | −28% |
Extras that change the Honolulu total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.35 for Honolulu, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.59) and goods price index (1.12). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $270 – $1,200 |
Who does the work: Honolulu 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 Honolulu the blend is 1.59.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $45.34 an hour, 56% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $33.49 and $55.04 an hour. About 3,120 work in the metro. That is 69.9 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 $37.48 an hour, which is 65% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $24.21 and $41.41 an hour. BLS counts 3,040 of them working in the area, 68.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $44.89 an hour, 51% above the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $37.40 and $50.70 an hour. About 440 work in the metro. That is 9.9 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 $350 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $430. That is a swing of roughly 4.4% to 3.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Urban Honolulu has 446,380 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 56th 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% | $33.49 | $45.34 | $55.04 | $29.12 | 1.56 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $24.21 | $37.48 | $41.41 | $22.66 | 1.65 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $37.40 | $44.89 | $50.70 | $29.71 | 1.51 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.59 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: aluminum fence pricing in Honolulu
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Honolulu. 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
$4,950 to $8,750
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$7,800 to $11,600
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$10,700 to $14,500
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $3,300 – $5,850 | $5,250 – $7,800 | $7,150 – $9,700 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,950 – $8,750 | $7,800 – $11,600 | $10,700 – $14,500 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $6,550 – $11,600 | $10,400 – $15,400 | $14,200 – $19,300 |
Why two Honolulu quotes can differ
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.
The best months for aluminum fence in Honolulu
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Honolulu Intl Ap (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
Weather is not a serious constraint for exterior installation in Honolulu: no month in the averages is cold enough (an average daytime high under 45°F) or hot enough (an average daytime high of 90°F or more) to rule it out, so the workable window is all year.
Honolulu gets about 16 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, November and December (2.4 inches in March). The station averages about 32 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 | 81 | 67 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Feb | 81 | 67 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 81 | 68 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 83 | 70 | 0.8 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 72 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 74 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Jul | 88 | 75 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Aug | 89 | 76 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 88 | 75 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 87 | 74 | 1.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 84 | 72 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 82 | 69 | 2.2 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Honolulu
Jobs that often go together with aluminum fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Honolulu wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, chain-link fence comes out highest (+42%) and vinyl fence lowest (+22%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $5,450 – $11,300 | +22% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $4,100 – $9,950 | +32% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $2,000 – $8,900 | +42% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $50,200 – $156,500 | +39% |
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Aluminum fence in Honolulu: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Honolulu?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,950 to $14,500 in the Honolulu area. A standard-spec job lands at $7,800 to $11,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for aluminum fence in Honolulu?
About $32.50 to $95.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $170 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $25 to $75.
+Is aluminum fence cheaper in Honolulu or Kahului?
Kahului is 110 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $9,550, which is 2% less than Honolulu ($9,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Honolulu?
About 43% at the midpoint, or $4,150 out of $9,700. Materials are 56% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 35%.
+What would 150 ft (150 linear ft) cost in Honolulu?
$4,950 to $14,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does aluminum fence need a permit in Honolulu?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $170 for fees in the Honolulu area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Honolulu expensive for aluminum fence compared with the rest of Hawaii?
Honolulu is 2% above the Hawaii statewide estimate ($9,550 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in Hawaii; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Honolulu?
The BLS median is $45.34 an hour in the Honolulu area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $33.49 to $55.04.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Honolulu?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,950 to $8,750 and premium work $10,700 to $14,500. Basic means: standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft. Premium means: tall privacy slat or custom ornamental.
+Is there a bad season to install an aluminum fence in Honolulu?
Not from a temperature point of view. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals show no month with a freezing-level overnight low or a 90°F-plus average high, so timing is mostly about contractor availability and rain.
+What does "add one gate" add in Honolulu?
$270 to $1,200, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence near Honolulu
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.