Aluminum fence cost in Lynchburg, VA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $3,400 – $10,400
- Per linear ft
- $22.50 – $68.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $7,600
- Rank of 300 metros
- #253
- 1 = most expensive
An aluminum fence in Lynchburg, VA usually costs $3,400 to $10,400 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $22.50 to $68.50 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $700 less. Carpenters earn a median of $23.21 an hour in the Lynchburg area, 20% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Lynchburg, VA, standard level
$5,500 to $8,300
About $36 to $54.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 30% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,700 | $5,750 |
| Labor | $1,750 | $2,450 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $5,500 | $8,300 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Lynchburg, VA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,200 | $4,700 | $7,250 | 68% |
| Labor | $1,200 | $2,100 | $3,000 | 30% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $130 | 1% |
| Total | $3,400 | $6,900 | $10,400 | 100% |
Where the Lynchburg price comes from
Labor is 30% 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 Lynchburg the blended ratio comes out at 0.80.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Lynchburg is at 96.8 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 89.4: $35 to $130.
Related projects, priced for Lynchburg
Jobs that often go together with aluminum fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Lynchburg wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−7%) and chain-link fence lowest (−13%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,500 | −7% |
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,700 – $6,900 | −10% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,300 | −13% |
| Inground pool | 450 sq ft | $32,400 – $101,500 | −10% |
Is Lynchburg cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Charlottesville is the priciest of the group at $7,200. Roanoke is the cheapest at $6,850.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg, VAthis page | $3,400 – $10,400 | $6,900 | |
| Roanoke, VA40 miles | $3,400 – $10,300 | $6,850 | level |
| Charlottesville, VA55 miles | $3,550 – $10,800 | $7,200 | +4% |
| Blacksburg, VA75 miles | $3,400 – $10,400 | $6,900 | level |
| Harrisonburg, VA80 miles | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,100 | +3% |
| Burlington, NC90 miles | $3,450 – $10,500 | $7,000 | +1% |
| Virginia (statewide) | $3,650 – $11,100 | $7,350 | +7% |
| United States | $3,800 – $11,400 | $7,600 | +10% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Lynchburg ranks #253 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Lynchburg is 6% below the Virginia figure.
Elsewhere in Virginia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $3,500 – $10,700 | $7,100 | +3% |
| Richmond, VA | 660,350 jobs | $3,500 – $10,600 | $7,050 | +2% |
| Roanoke, VA | 153,980 jobs | $3,400 – $10,300 | $6,850 | level |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $3,550 – $10,800 | $7,200 | +4% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $3,400 – $10,400 | $6,900 | level |
| Winchester, VA | 67,740 jobs | $3,450 – $10,500 | $7,000 | +1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lynchburg against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 jobs | $3,350 – $10,200 | $6,750 | −2% |
| Binghamton, NY | 97,030 jobs | $3,850 – $11,500 | $7,700 | +12% |
| Santa Cruz, CA | 98,500 jobs | $4,300 – $12,800 | $8,550 | +24% |
| Yakima, WA | 97,010 jobs | $4,050 – $12,100 | $8,050 | +17% |
Lynchburg weather and the aluminum fence calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Lynchburg #2 (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
Weather is not a serious constraint for exterior installation in Lynchburg: no month in the averages is cold enough (an average daytime high under 45°F) or hot enough (an average daytime high of 90°F or more) to rule it out, so the workable window is all year.
Lynchburg gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 12 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.2 inches in May). The station averages about 20 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 | 46 | 25 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 50 | 26 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 58 | 33 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 68 | 41 | 3.6 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 51 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 60 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 65 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 63 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 56 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 69 | 44 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 59 | 33 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 49 | 28 | 3.8 | Workable |
Specs and site conditions that change a Lynchburg bid
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.
Add-ons priced for Lynchburg
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.88 for Lynchburg, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.80) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $180 – $790 |
What local crews earn in Lynchburg
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 Lynchburg the blend is 0.80.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $23.21 an hour, 20% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.46 and $27.52 an hour. About 480 work in the metro. That is 49.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 40%) the local median is $18.46 an hour, which is 19% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.48 and $21.81 an hour. BLS counts 600 of them working in the area, 61.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Sheet metal workers (47-2211), 20% of the weighting: a median of $22.64 an hour, 24% below the US median of $29.71. The middle half of them earn between $19.52 and $26.59 an hour. About 140 work in the metro. That is 14.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 7.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $160 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $100. That is a swing of roughly 1.4% to 2.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Lynchburg has 97,190 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 206th 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% | $20.46 | $23.21 | $27.52 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $17.48 | $18.46 | $21.81 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Sheet metal workers (47-2211) | 20% | $19.52 | $22.64 | $26.59 | $29.71 | 0.76 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: aluminum fence pricing in Lynchburg
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Lynchburg. 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
$3,400 to $6,200
Standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft
Standard
$5,500 to $8,300
Ornamental pool-code fence, 4-5 ft
Premium
$7,600 to $10,400
Tall privacy slat or custom ornamental
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| pool fence (100 linear ft) | $2,300 – $4,150 | $3,700 – $5,550 | $5,100 – $6,950 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,400 – $6,200 | $5,500 – $8,300 | $7,600 – $10,400 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $4,550 – $8,250 | $7,300 – $11,000 | $10,100 – $13,800 |
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Aluminum fence in Lynchburg: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an aluminum fence in Lynchburg?
For 150 linear ft, expect $3,400 to $10,400 in the Lynchburg area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,500 to $8,300. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for aluminum fence in Lynchburg?
About $22.50 to $68.50 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 Lynchburg or Roanoke?
Roanoke is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,850, which is 0% less than Lynchburg ($6,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lynchburg?
About 30% at the midpoint, or $2,100 out of $6,900. Materials are 68% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 35%.
+What would 150 ft (150 linear ft) cost in Lynchburg?
$3,400 to $10,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does aluminum fence need a permit in Lynchburg?
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 Lynchburg area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lynchburg expensive for aluminum fence compared with the rest of Virginia?
Lynchburg is 6% below the Virginia statewide estimate ($7,350 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Virginia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Lynchburg?
The BLS median is $23.21 an hour in the Lynchburg area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.46 to $27.52.
+What do basic and premium aluminum fence work cost in Lynchburg?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,400 to $6,200 and premium work $7,600 to $10,400. Basic means: standard picket or ornamental, 4 ft. Premium means: tall privacy slat or custom ornamental.
+Is there a bad season to install an aluminum fence in Lynchburg?
Not from a temperature point of view. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals show no month with a freezing-level overnight low or a 90°F-plus average high, so timing is mostly about contractor availability and rain.
+What does "add one gate" add in Lynchburg?
$180 to $790, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Aluminum fence near Lynchburg
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.