Aluminum fence cost in Wilmington, NC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $3,550 – $10,700
- Per linear ft
- $23.50 – $70.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $7,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #196
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for an aluminum fence in the Wilmington area: $3,550 to $10,700 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 6% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $24.44 an hour in the Wilmington area, 16% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Wilmington, NC, standard level
$5,700 to $8,550
About $37.50 to $56 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 32% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,700 | $5,700 |
| Labor | $1,900 | $2,700 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $5,700 | $8,550 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Wilmington, NC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,150 | $4,700 | $7,250 | 66% |
| Labor | $1,300 | $2,300 | $3,300 | 32% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $3,550 | $7,100 | $10,700 | 100% |
What is behind the Wilmington number
Labor is 32% 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 Wilmington the blended ratio comes out at 0.88.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Wilmington is at 96.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $4,900 nationally becomes $4,700 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 96.4: $40 to $140.
Who does the work: Wilmington 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 Wilmington the blend is 0.88.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $24.44 an hour, 16% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.06 and $28.70 an hour. About 640 work in the metro. That is 33.5 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 $22.16 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.02 and $26.94 an hour. BLS counts 1,870 of them working in the area, 97.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $22.78 an hour, 23% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $19.77 and $27.47 an hour. About 90 work in the metro. That is 4.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $150 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $85. That is a swing of roughly 1.2% to 2.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Wilmington has 191,280 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 120th 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% | $22.06 | $24.44 | $28.70 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $18.02 | $22.16 | $26.94 | $22.66 | 0.98 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $19.77 | $22.78 | $27.47 | $29.71 | 0.77 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.88 | |||||
How Wilmington compares
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Wilmington. Myrtle Beach is the lowest at about $6,850 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 60 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wilmington, NCthis page | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,100 | |
| Myrtle Beach, SC60 miles | $3,400 – $10,300 | $6,850 | −3% |
| Fayetteville, NC75 miles | $3,450 – $10,500 | $6,950 | −2% |
| Greenville, NC100 miles | $3,450 – $10,500 | $7,000 | −2% |
| Florence, SC100 miles | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,050 | −1% |
| Raleigh, NC105 miles | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,150 | level |
| North Carolina (statewide) | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,100 | level |
| United States | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Wilmington ranks #196 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Wilmington is 0% above the North Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in North Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 jobs | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,150 | level |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,150 | level |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,050 | −1% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 jobs | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,150 | level |
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $3,450 – $10,500 | $7,000 | −2% |
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 jobs | $3,600 – $10,800 | $7,200 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Wilmington against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $3,700 – $11,000 | $7,350 | +3% |
| Pensacola, FL | 190,480 jobs | $3,450 – $10,500 | $7,000 | −2% |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 192,580 jobs | $3,450 – $10,400 | $6,900 | −3% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $4,000 – $12,000 | $8,000 | +12% |
The best months for aluminum fence in Wilmington
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Wilmington Intl 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 Wilmington are August through June: 11 of 12. Outside them, July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Wilmington gets about 60 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are July, August and September (8.7 inches in September). Inside the workable window, February and April are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 45 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 | 57 | 36 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Feb | 60 | 38 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Mar | 67 | 44 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 75 | 53 | 3.1 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 61 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 69 | 5.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 73 | 6.9 | Hot |
| Aug | 88 | 72 | 8.2 | Workable |
| Sep | 84 | 67 | 8.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 76 | 56 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 67 | 45 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 60 | 39 | 3.7 | Workable |
Aluminum fence: what moves the price in Wilmington
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.
What nearby projects cost in Wilmington
Jobs that often go together with aluminum fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Wilmington wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−5%) and inground pool lowest (−8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,700 | −5% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,850 – $7,200 | −6% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,750 | −6% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $33,200 – $103,500 | −8% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: aluminum fence pricing in Wilmington
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Wilmington. 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
$3,550 to $6,400
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$5,700 to $8,550
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$7,850 to $10,700
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,350 – $4,300 | $3,800 – $5,750 | $5,250 – $7,200 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,550 – $6,400 | $5,700 – $8,550 | $7,850 – $10,700 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $4,700 – $8,500 | $7,550 – $11,400 | $10,400 – $14,200 |
Optional extras in Wilmington
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.92 for Wilmington, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.88) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $180 – $830 |
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Aluminum fence in Wilmington: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Wilmington?
For 150 linear ft, expect $3,550 to $10,700 in the Wilmington area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,700 to $8,550. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for aluminum fence in Wilmington?
About $23.50 to $70.50 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 Wilmington or Myrtle Beach?
Myrtle Beach is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,850, which is 3% less than Wilmington ($7,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Wilmington?
About 32% at the midpoint, or $2,300 out of $7,100. Materials are 66% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 35%.
+What would 150 ft (150 linear ft) cost in Wilmington?
$3,550 to $10,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does aluminum fence need a permit in Wilmington?
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 Wilmington area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Wilmington expensive for aluminum fence compared with the rest of North Carolina?
Wilmington is 0% above the North Carolina statewide estimate ($7,100 at the midpoint). We cover 11 metros in North Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Wilmington?
The BLS median is $24.44 an hour in the Wilmington area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.06 to $28.70.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Wilmington?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,550 to $6,400 and premium work $7,850 to $10,700. 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 Wilmington?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are August through June. February and April 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 Wilmington?
$180 to $830, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence near Wilmington
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.