Aluminum fence cost in Longview, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $3,300 – $10,000
- Per linear ft
- $21.50 – $66
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $7,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #289
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for an aluminum fence in the Longview area: $3,300 to $10,000 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 12% lower than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $22.19 an hour in the Longview area, 24% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Longview, TX, standard level
$5,300 to $8,000
About $35 to $52.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 30% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,600 | $5,550 |
| Labor | $1,650 | $2,350 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $5,300 | $8,000 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Longview, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,100 | $4,550 | $7,050 | 69% |
| Labor | $1,150 | $2,000 | $2,850 | 30% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $130 | 1% |
| Total | $3,300 | $6,650 | $10,000 | 100% |
Where the Longview price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: carpenters at 40%, construction laborers at 40%, sheet metal workers at 20%. Weighted together, Longview wages are 0.76 times the national level. Labor makes up about 30% of the midpoint estimate (35% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Longview is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $4,900 nationally becomes $4,550 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 89.5: $35 to $130.
Optional extras in Longview
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.85 for Longview, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.76) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $170 – $760 |
Why two Longview quotes can differ
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.
Who does the work: Longview 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 Longview the blend is 0.76.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $22.19 an hour, 24% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.58 and $27.83 an hour. About 370 work in the metro. That is 31.3 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 $18.19 an hour, which is 20% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.53 and $22.15 an hour. BLS counts 1,610 of them working in the area, 136.4 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 $20.11 an hour, 32% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $17.63 and $23.46 an hour. About 90 work in the metro. That is 7.6 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $200 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $20. That is a swing of roughly 0.3% to 3.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Longview has 118,060 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 186th 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% | $21.58 | $22.19 | $27.83 | $29.12 | 0.76 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $16.53 | $18.19 | $22.15 | $22.66 | 0.80 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $17.63 | $20.11 | $23.46 | $29.71 | 0.68 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.76 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: aluminum fence pricing in Longview
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Longview. 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
$3,300 to $6,000
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$5,300 to $8,000
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$7,350 to $10,000
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,200 – $4,000 | $3,550 – $5,350 | $4,900 – $6,750 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,300 – $6,000 | $5,300 – $8,000 | $7,350 – $10,000 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $4,350 – $7,950 | $7,050 – $10,600 | $9,750 – $13,300 |
How Longview compares
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Dallas is the priciest of the group at $7,400. Texarkana is the cheapest at $6,600.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longview, TXthis page | $3,300 – $10,000 | $6,650 | |
| Tyler, TX35 miles | $3,300 – $10,100 | $6,700 | level |
| Shreveport, LA55 miles | $3,350 – $10,200 | $6,800 | +2% |
| Texarkana, TX75 miles | $3,250 – $9,950 | $6,600 | −1% |
| Dallas, TX135 miles | $3,650 – $11,200 | $7,400 | +11% |
| Alexandria, LA145 miles | $3,300 – $10,100 | $6,700 | +1% |
| Texas (statewide) | $3,500 – $10,700 | $7,100 | +7% |
| United States | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | +14% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Longview ranks #289 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Longview is 6% below the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $3,650 – $11,200 | $7,400 | +11% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $3,550 – $10,900 | $7,200 | +9% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,050 | +6% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $3,400 – $10,300 | $6,850 | +3% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $3,250 – $9,950 | $6,600 | −1% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $3,200 – $9,850 | $6,550 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Longview against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NY | 118,390 jobs | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,550 | +14% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $3,300 – $10,200 | $6,750 | +1% |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $3,600 – $10,900 | $7,250 | +9% |
| Topeka, KS | 115,750 jobs | $3,550 – $10,700 | $7,100 | +7% |
Related projects, priced for Longview
Jobs that often go together with aluminum fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Longview wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−10%) and chain-link fence lowest (−15%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,150 – $8,200 | −10% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,600 – $6,700 | −13% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,350 – $5,150 | −15% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $31,800 – $99,400 | −12% |
The best months for aluminum fence in Longview
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Longview #2 (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 Longview are October through May: 8 of 12. Outside them, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Longview gets about 51 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and December (5.3 inches in December). Inside the workable window, January and November are the driest, at 4.2 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 112 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 | 58 | 36 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 62 | 40 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 71 | 47 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 54 | 5.0 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 63 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 92 | 71 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 95 | 74 | 3.3 | Hot |
| Aug | 96 | 74 | 2.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 90 | 67 | 3.9 | Hot |
| Oct | 80 | 56 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 68 | 45 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 60 | 38 | 5.3 | Workable |
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Aluminum fence in Longview: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Longview?
For 150 linear ft, expect $3,300 to $10,000 in the Longview area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,300 to $8,000. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for aluminum fence in Longview?
About $21.50 to $66 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $35 to $130 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $25 to $75.
+Is aluminum fence cheaper in Longview or Tyler?
Tyler is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,700, which is 0% more than Longview ($6,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Longview?
About 30% at the midpoint, or $2,000 out of $6,650. Materials are 69% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 35%.
+What would 150 ft (150 linear ft) cost in Longview?
$3,300 to $10,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does aluminum fence need a permit in Longview?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $35 to $130 for fees in the Longview area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Longview expensive for aluminum fence compared with the rest of Texas?
Longview is 6% below the Texas statewide estimate ($7,100 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Longview?
The BLS median is $22.19 an hour in the Longview area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.58 to $27.83.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Longview?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,300 to $6,000 and premium work $7,350 to $10,000. 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 Longview?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through May. January 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 Longview?
$170 to $760, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence near Longview
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.