Aluminum fence cost in Bend, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,000 – $12,000
- Per linear ft
- $26.50 – $79
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +5%
- US $7,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #51
- 1 = most expensive
Bend homeowners pay roughly $4,000 to $12,000 to install an aluminum fence at 150 linear ft, or $26.50 to $79 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Bend is 5% higher. Building materials run about 5% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 105.3).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Bend, OR, standard level
$6,400 to $9,600
About $42 to $63.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 35% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,050 | $6,250 |
| Labor | $2,300 | $3,250 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $6,400 | $9,600 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Bend, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,350 | $5,150 | $7,900 | 64% |
| Labor | $1,600 | $2,800 | $3,950 | 35% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $100 | $160 | 1% |
| Total | $4,000 | $8,000 | $12,000 | 100% |
What is behind the Bend number
Labor is 35% 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 Bend the blended ratio comes out at 1.06.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Bend metro is 105.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $5,150, compared with $4,900 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (103.6) and land at $40 to $160.
Pick a size, pick a tier: aluminum fence pricing in Bend
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Bend 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
$4,000 to $7,200
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$6,400 to $9,600
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$8,800 to $12,000
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,700 – $4,850 | $4,300 – $6,450 | $5,900 – $8,050 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,000 – $7,200 | $6,400 – $9,600 | $8,800 – $12,000 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,300 – $9,600 | $8,500 – $12,800 | $11,700 – $16,000 |
Related projects, priced for Bend
Because every project leans on different trades, Bend's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, inground pool runs +11% and wood fence +5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,800 – $9,650 | +6% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,200 – $8,050 | +5% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,650 – $6,600 | +7% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $40,100 – $125,500 | +11% |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Bend is 1.06 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $29.64 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.71 and $35.99 an hour. BLS counts 1,180 of them working in the area, 109.0 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 $25.37 an hour, 12% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.68 and $29.52 an hour. About 780 work in the metro. That is 72.1 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 $30.44 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $27.66 and $36.96 an hour. BLS counts 150 of them working in the area, 13.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 7.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.99 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $230. At the 25th percentile ($23.71) it shrinks by about $210. The total moves by 2.9% or 2.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 108,240 jobs in the Bend area. That makes it the 193rd largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.07% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $23.71 | $29.64 | $35.99 | $29.12 | 1.02 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $22.68 | $25.37 | $29.52 | $22.66 | 1.12 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $27.66 | $30.44 | $36.96 | $29.71 | 1.02 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
Aluminum fence: what moves the price in Bend
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).
Soil and slope
Steep slopes and rocky clay can add $15-$20+ per linear foot in labor.
When to schedule aluminum fence in Bend
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Bend (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
February through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Bend (10 of 12 months). January and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January 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.
Bend gets about 11 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 22 inches of snow. The wettest months are January, November and December (2.1 inches in December). Inside the workable window, August and September are the driest, at 0.3 and 0.3 inches. The station averages about 16 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 | 43 | 25 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 46 | 24 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 52 | 28 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 58 | 31 | 0.8 | Workable |
| May | 66 | 37 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Jun | 74 | 42 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 49 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 48 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 41 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 34 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 28 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 41 | 23 | 2.1 | Cold |
Bend against nearby metros and the rest of Oregon
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Portland is the priciest of the group at $8,400. Medford is the cheapest at $7,850.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bend, ORthis page | $4,000 – $12,000 | $8,000 | |
| Eugene, OR100 miles | $3,950 – $11,900 | $7,900 | −1% |
| Salem, OR110 miles | $4,000 – $12,000 | $8,000 | level |
| Portland, OR125 miles | $4,200 – $12,600 | $8,400 | +5% |
| Medford, OR150 miles | $3,900 – $11,800 | $7,850 | −2% |
| Yakima, WA160 miles | $4,050 – $12,100 | $8,050 | +1% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $4,050 – $12,100 | $8,100 | +1% |
| United States | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | −5% |
Across 300 US metros, Bend comes in at #51 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $9,700; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $6,500 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Bend is 1% below the Oregon figure.
Other Oregon metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $4,200 – $12,600 | $8,400 | +5% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $4,000 – $12,000 | $8,000 | level |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $3,950 – $11,900 | $7,900 | −1% |
| Medford, OR | 89,060 jobs | $3,900 – $11,800 | $7,850 | −2% |
Cities with a workforce like Bend's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Bend against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $3,400 – $10,300 | $6,850 | −14% |
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $3,700 – $11,100 | $7,400 | −8% |
| Laredo, TX | 109,370 jobs | $3,250 – $9,900 | $6,600 | −18% |
| Hagerstown, MD | 107,170 jobs | $3,600 – $10,900 | $7,250 | −10% |
Extras that change the Bend total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Bend by the average of the local wage index (1.06) and goods index (1.05), a factor of 1.06. 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 – $950 |
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Aluminum fence in Bend: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Bend?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,000 to $12,000 in the Bend area. A standard-spec job lands at $6,400 to $9,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for aluminum fence in Bend?
About $26.50 to $79 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $160 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $25 to $75.
+Is aluminum fence cheaper in Bend or Eugene?
Eugene is 100 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $7,900, which is 1% less than Bend ($8,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Bend?
About 35% at the midpoint, or $2,800 out of $8,000. Materials are 64% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 35%.
+What would 150 ft (150 linear ft) cost in Bend?
$4,000 to $12,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does aluminum fence need a permit in Bend?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $160 for fees in the Bend area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Bend expensive for aluminum fence compared with the rest of Oregon?
Bend is 1% below the Oregon statewide estimate ($8,100 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Bend?
The BLS median is $29.64 an hour in the Bend area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.71 to $35.99.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Bend?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,000 to $7,200 and premium work $8,800 to $12,000. 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 Bend?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through November. August and September 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 Bend?
$210 to $950, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence near Bend
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.