Aluminum fence cost in Nevada
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (150 linear ft)
- $3,650 – $11,000
- Per linear ft
- $24 – $72.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $7,600
- Metros covered
- 2
What does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Nevada? Plan on $3,650 to $11,000 for 150 linear ft. Wages (0.98x the US blend), materials (price index 96.3) and permit costs (100.0) put the state below the national midpoint by 3%.
Inside Nevada, the metros we cover range from $7,350 (Las Vegas) to $7,400 (Reno) at the midpoint.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Nevada (statewide), standard level
$5,900 to $8,850
About $38.50 to $58 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 35% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,700 | $5,700 |
| Labor | $2,150 | $3,000 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $5,900 | $8,850 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Nevada
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $4,700 | $7,200 | 64% |
| Labor | $1,450 | $2,550 | $3,650 | 35% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $95 | $150 | 1% |
| Total | $3,650 | $7,350 | $11,000 | 100% |
When Nevada weather lets you install
Season matters for aluminum fence. For each Nevada metro below we took NOAA's 1991-2020 monthly normals from the nearest suitable station and counted comfortable months for exterior installation.
Reno has the longest comfortable season of the metros we cover in Nevada at 10 months (September through June); Las Vegas has the shortest at 8 (October through May). Rainfall runs from 4 inches a year in Las Vegas to 7 inches in Reno.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Las Vegas | 39 | 104 | 4 | 8: October through May |
| Reno | 26 | 94 | 7 | 10: September through June |
Which Nevada city is cheapest for aluminum fence?
1 of the 2 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $7,350, and the top-to-bottom gap is 1%. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reno, NV | $3,700 – $11,100 | $7,400 | +1% |
| Las Vegas, NV | $3,650 – $11,000 | $7,350 | level |
Nevada against its neighbors
Nevada ranks 28 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. Nevada sits at $7,350. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | 210 miles away | $4,300 – $12,900 | $8,600 | +17% |
| Utah | 290 miles away | $3,650 – $10,900 | $7,300 | −1% |
| Arizona | 340 miles away | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,250 | −2% |
| Idaho | 460 miles away | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,150 | −3% |
| New Mexico | 550 miles away | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,150 | −3% |
Quality levels and sizes in Nevada
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Nevada wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$3,650 to $6,600
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$5,900 to $8,850
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$8,100 to $11,000
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,450 – $4,450 | $3,950 – $5,950 | $5,450 – $7,400 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,650 – $6,600 | $5,900 – $8,850 | $8,100 – $11,000 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $4,900 – $8,800 | $7,800 – $11,700 | $10,800 – $14,700 |
Aluminum fence: what moves the price in Nevada
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.
Optional extras in Nevada
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Nevada by the average of the local wage index (0.98) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.97. 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) | $190 – $870 |
Nevada labor market for aluminum fence
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 0.98 for Nevada.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $29.99 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.25 and $39.13 an hour. BLS counts 12,700 of them working in the state, 81.9 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 $23.55 an hour, 4% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $20.22 and $31.12 an hour. About 11,890 work in the state. That is 76.6 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 $22.47 an hour, which is 24% below the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $18.82 and $40.07 an hour. BLS counts 1,270 of them working in the state, 8.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is about average.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($39.13 an hour) would add about $330 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($24.25) would take off about $210. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 1,551,540 jobs across Nevada (May 2025), which is 1.0% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $24.25 | $29.99 | $39.13 | $29.12 | 1.03 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $20.22 | $23.55 | $31.12 | $22.66 | 1.04 | state |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $18.82 | $22.47 | $40.07 | $29.71 | 0.76 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.98 | |||||
Other Nevada jobs that often go with aluminum fence
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Nevada wages and prices. Against national midpoints, inground pool comes out highest (+2%) and vinyl fence lowest (−2%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,450 – $9,000 | −2% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,050 – $7,600 | −1% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,200 | +1% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $36,700 – $114,500 | +2% |
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Aluminum fence in Nevada: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Nevada?
$3,650 to $11,000 for 150 linear ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Nevada can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Nevada is cheapest for aluminum fence?
Las Vegas at about $7,350 (midpoint, 150 linear ft). The priciest is Reno at $7,400.
+Is aluminum fence cheaper in Nevada than the US average?
It is 3% cheaper: $7,350 against $7,600 for 150 linear ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Nevada?
About 35% ($2,550). Materials are 64%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 0.98x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Nevada?
The BLS statewide median is $29.99 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.25 to $39.13.
+Where does Nevada rank for aluminum fence costs?
28th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $7,350 for 150 linear ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Nevada?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,650 to $6,600 and premium work $8,100 to $11,000. Basic means: standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft. Premium means: tall privacy slat or custom ornamental.
+Does the season matter for aluminum fence in Nevada?
Yes where winters or summers are hard. Of the Nevada metros we cover, Reno has the most comfortable months (10 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 Nevada?
$190 to $870, from a national range scaled by the statewide wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence by city in Nevada
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.