Aluminum fence cost in Pittsfield, MA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $3,800 – $11,400
- Per linear ft
- $25 – $75
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- Level
- US $7,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #104
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install an aluminum fence in Pittsfield, plan on $3,800 to $11,400 for 150 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $25 to $75 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Building materials run about 3% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 97.0).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Pittsfield, MA, standard level
$6,050 to $9,100
About $40 to $60 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 36% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,700 | $5,750 |
| Labor | $2,300 | $3,250 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $6,050 | $9,100 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Pittsfield, MA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,200 | $4,750 | $7,300 | 62% |
| Labor | $1,600 | $2,750 | $3,950 | 36% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $3,800 | $7,600 | $11,400 | 100% |
Where the Pittsfield price comes from
Labor is 36% 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 Pittsfield the blended ratio comes out at 1.05.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Pittsfield metro is 97.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $4,750, compared with $4,900 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (95.1) and land at $40 to $140.
Pittsfield: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Pittsfield wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$3,800 to $6,850
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$6,050 to $9,100
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$8,350 to $11,400
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,600 | $4,050 – $6,100 | $5,600 – $7,650 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,800 – $6,850 | $6,050 – $9,100 | $8,350 – $11,400 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,050 – $9,100 | $8,050 – $12,100 | $11,100 – $15,100 |
Is Pittsfield cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Springfield is the priciest of the group at $8,200.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsfield, MAthis page | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | |
| Amherst, MA30 miles | $4,000 – $11,800 | $7,900 | +4% |
| Springfield, MA35 miles | $4,150 – $12,200 | $8,200 | +8% |
| Albany, NY45 miles | $3,900 – $11,600 | $7,750 | +2% |
| Hartford, CT60 miles | $3,950 – $11,800 | $7,900 | +4% |
| Waterbury, CT60 miles | $3,850 – $11,600 | $7,700 | +2% |
| Massachusetts (statewide) | $4,200 – $12,400 | $8,350 | +10% |
| United States | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | level |
Across 300 US metros, Pittsfield comes in at #104 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $9,700; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $6,500 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Pittsfield is 9% below the Massachusetts figure.
Other Massachusetts metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston, MA | 2,703,890 jobs | $4,250 – $12,500 | $8,400 | +10% |
| Worcester, MA | 349,880 jobs | $4,100 – $12,100 | $8,100 | +7% |
| Springfield, MA | 201,240 jobs | $4,150 – $12,200 | $8,200 | +8% |
| Barnstable, MA | 94,110 jobs | $4,100 – $12,100 | $8,100 | +7% |
| Amherst, MA | 65,670 jobs | $4,000 – $11,800 | $7,900 | +4% |
Cities with a workforce like Pittsfield's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Pittsfield against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Punta Gorda, FL | 57,530 jobs | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,050 | −7% |
| Lake Havasu City, AZ | 56,490 jobs | $3,450 – $10,500 | $7,000 | −8% |
| Texarkana, TX | 57,580 jobs | $3,250 – $9,950 | $6,600 | −13% |
| Cheyenne, WY | 48,470 jobs | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,200 | −5% |
Pittsfield labor market for aluminum fence
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 3 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Pittsfield is 1.05 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $30.31 an hour, which is 4% above the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $25.70 and $37.40 an hour. BLS counts 430 of them working in the area, 75.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 40% of the weighting: a median of $25.06 an hour, 11% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.32 and $30.23 an hour. About 350 work in the metro. That is 61.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 20%) the local median is $28.92 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.58 and $36.65 an hour. BLS counts 50 of them working in the area, 8.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($37.40 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $260. At the 25th percentile ($25.70) it shrinks by about $170. The total moves by 3.4% or 2.2%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 56,810 jobs in the Pittsfield area. That makes it the 298th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $25.70 | $30.31 | $37.40 | $29.12 | 1.04 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $21.32 | $25.06 | $30.23 | $22.66 | 1.11 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $22.58 | $28.92 | $36.65 | $29.71 | 0.97 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.05 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Pittsfield bid
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.
Style
Aluminum picket runs $25-$50 per linear foot installed, ornamental fence $40-$75, and privacy designs $75-$130 (HomeGuide).
Climate in Pittsfield: timing your aluminum fence job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Pittsfield Muni Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
April through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Pittsfield (8 of 12 months). January, February, March and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February, March 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.
Pittsfield gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, September and October (4.6 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 3.5 inches. The station averages about 3 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 30 | 14 | 2.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 33 | 15 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 42 | 23 | 3.1 | Cold |
| Apr | 55 | 34 | 3.4 | Workable |
| May | 67 | 44 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 75 | 53 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 79 | 58 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Aug | 78 | 57 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 70 | 49 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 58 | 39 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 29 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Dec | 36 | 21 | 3.6 | Cold |
Related projects, priced for Pittsfield
Because every project leans on different trades, Pittsfield's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, inground pool runs +8% and vinyl fence −1%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,500 – $9,100 | −1% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,100 – $7,700 | +1% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,400 | +4% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $38,900 – $121,500 | +8% |
Optional extras in Pittsfield
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Pittsfield by the average of the local wage index (1.05) and goods index (0.97), a factor of 1.01. Tick any of them in the estimator above to add them to your total. Treat these as planning figures: an add-on touches different trades than the main job, so the scaling is an approximation.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $200 – $910 |
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Aluminum fence in Pittsfield: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Pittsfield?
For 150 linear ft, expect $3,800 to $11,400 in the Pittsfield area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,050 to $9,100. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for aluminum fence in Pittsfield?
About $25 to $75 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 Pittsfield or Amherst?
Amherst is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $7,900, which is 4% more than Pittsfield ($7,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Pittsfield?
About 36% at the midpoint, or $2,750 out of $7,600. Materials are 62% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 35%.
+What would 150 ft (150 linear ft) cost in Pittsfield?
$3,800 to $11,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does aluminum fence need a permit in Pittsfield?
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 Pittsfield area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Pittsfield expensive for aluminum fence compared with the rest of Massachusetts?
Pittsfield is 9% below the Massachusetts statewide estimate ($8,350 at the midpoint). We cover 6 metros in Massachusetts; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Pittsfield?
The BLS median is $30.31 an hour in the Pittsfield area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $25.70 to $37.40.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Pittsfield?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,800 to $6,850 and premium work $8,350 to $11,400. 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 Pittsfield?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through November. April 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 Pittsfield?
$200 to $910, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence near Pittsfield
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.