Aluminum fence cost in Missouri
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (150 linear ft)
- $3,850 – $11,400
- Per linear ft
- $25.50 – $75.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $7,600
- Metros covered
- 6
Across Missouri, an aluminum fence costs about $3,850 to $11,400 for 150 linear ft. Statewide, that midpoint is 1% above the US figure of $7,600. Carpenters earn a median $29.25 an hour in Missouri (US: $29.12).
Inside Missouri, the metros we cover range from $6,950 (Joplin) to $8,200 (St. Louis) at the midpoint. Pick your closest city in the table for a tighter number.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Missouri (statewide), standard level
$6,100 to $9,150
About $40.50 to $60.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 37% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,700 | $5,700 |
| Labor | $2,350 | $3,350 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $110 |
| Total | $6,100 | $9,150 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Missouri
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $4,700 | $7,200 | 61% |
| Labor | $1,650 | $2,850 | $4,100 | 37% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $3,850 | $7,650 | $11,400 | 100% |
Add-ons priced for Missouri
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Missouri by the average of the local wage index (1.09) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 1.03. 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) | $210 – $920 |
Weather windows across Missouri
Season matters for aluminum fence. For each Missouri metro below we took NOAA's 1991-2020 monthly normals from the nearest suitable station and counted comfortable months for exterior installation.
Springfield has the longest comfortable season of the metros we cover in Missouri at 11 months (February through December); Kansas City has the shortest at 9 (February through June and August through November). Rainfall runs from 38 inches a year in Kansas City to 47 inches in Springfield.
We do not adjust prices by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. Timing is still worth raising when you collect bids.
| Metro | Jan avg low °F | Jul avg high °F | Precip (in/yr) | Comfortable months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis | 25 | 90 | 44 | 10: February through June and August through December |
| Kansas City | 22 | 90 | 38 | 9: February through June and August through November |
| Springfield | 23 | 88 | 47 | 11: February through December |
| Columbia | 23 | 89 | 45 | 10: February through November |
| Joplin | 25 | 90 | 46 | 10: September through June |
| Jefferson City | 23 | 89 | 40 | 11: February through December |
If you are planning more than one job in Missouri
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Missouri wages and prices. Against national midpoints, chain-link fence comes out highest (+6%) and vinyl fence lowest (−1%), because each job leans on different trades.
| 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 | $1,600 – $6,550 | +6% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $37,800 – $118,000 | +5% |
Wages behind the Missouri number
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 3 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 1.09 for Missouri.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $29.25 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.85 and $38.74 an hour. BLS counts 14,410 of them working in the state, 49.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 40% of the weighting: a median of $27.28 an hour, 20% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.93 and $37.30 an hour. About 17,050 work in the state. That is 58.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For sheet metal workers (47-2211, weighted 20%) the local median is $30.56 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $22.84 and $47.16 an hour. BLS counts 2,640 of them working in the state, 9.0 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($38.74 an hour) would add about $340 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($22.85) would take off about $230. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 2,936,050 jobs across Missouri (May 2025), which is 1.9% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $22.85 | $29.25 | $38.74 | $29.12 | 1.00 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $21.93 | $27.28 | $37.30 | $22.66 | 1.20 | state |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $22.84 | $30.56 | $47.16 | $29.71 | 1.03 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.09 | |||||
How Missouri compares with nearby states
Missouri ranks 16 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for aluminum fence, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $9,550 and the cheapest Arkansas at $6,700, both for 150 linear ft at the midpoint. Missouri sits at $7,650. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | 220 miles away | $3,650 – $10,900 | $7,300 | −4% |
| Arkansas | 230 miles away | $3,300 – $10,100 | $6,700 | −12% |
| Kansas | 250 miles away | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,200 | −6% |
| Nebraska | 270 miles away | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,150 | −6% |
| Illinois | 310 miles away | $4,350 – $12,900 | $8,600 | +13% |
Quality levels and sizes in Missouri
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Missouri wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$3,850 to $6,900
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$6,100 to $9,150
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$8,400 to $11,400
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,600 | $4,100 – $6,150 | $5,650 – $7,650 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,850 – $6,900 | $6,100 – $9,150 | $8,400 – $11,400 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,100 – $9,150 | $8,150 – $12,200 | $11,200 – $15,200 |
Missouri metro-by-metro prices
1 of the 6 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $7,650, and the top-to-bottom gap is 18%. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (150 linear ft) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Louis, MO | $4,150 – $12,300 | $8,200 | +7% |
| Jefferson City, MO | $3,850 – $11,400 | $7,650 | level |
| Kansas City, MO | $3,800 – $11,300 | $7,600 | −1% |
| Columbia, MO | $3,700 – $11,100 | $7,400 | −3% |
| Springfield, MO | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,050 | −7% |
| Joplin, MO | $3,450 – $10,500 | $6,950 | −9% |
Aluminum fence: what moves the price in Missouri
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.
Permit
A fence permit runs $40-$150.
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Aluminum fence in Missouri: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Missouri?
$3,850 to $11,400 for 150 linear ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Missouri can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Missouri is cheapest for aluminum fence?
Joplin at about $6,950 (midpoint, 150 linear ft). The priciest is St. Louis at $8,200.
+Is aluminum fence cheaper in Missouri than the US average?
It is 1% more expensive: $7,650 against $7,600 for 150 linear ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Missouri?
About 37% ($2,850). Materials are 61%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 1.09x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Missouri?
The BLS statewide median is $29.25 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.85 to $38.74.
+Where does Missouri rank for aluminum fence costs?
16th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $7,650 for 150 linear ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Missouri?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,850 to $6,900 and premium work $8,400 to $11,400. Basic means: standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft. Premium means: tall privacy slat or custom ornamental.
+Does the season matter for aluminum fence in Missouri?
Yes where winters or summers are hard. Of the Missouri metros we cover, Springfield has the most comfortable months (11 of 12) based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Our prices do not change by month, so ask contractors whether they charge more or less in busy and slow seasons.
+What does "add one gate" add in Missouri?
$210 to $920, from a national range scaled by the statewide wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence by city in Missouri
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.