Chain-link fence cost in Huntsville, AL
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,400 – $5,250
- Per linear ft
- $9 – $34
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −14%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #262
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a chain-link fence in the Huntsville area: $1,400 to $5,250 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 14% lower than the US figure. Construction laborers earn a median of $18.03 an hour in the Huntsville area, 20% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Huntsville, AL, standard level
$2,550 to $4,100
About $16.50 to $26.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 56% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,600 |
| Labor | $1,300 | $2,400 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $2,550 | $4,100 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Huntsville, AL
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $870 | $1,350 | $1,900 | 41% |
| Labor | $480 | $1,850 | $3,250 | 56% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $90 | $140 | 3% |
| Total | $1,400 | $3,300 | $5,250 | 100% |
Why Huntsville prices look the way they do
Labor is 56% of the midpoint bill here, against 60% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is construction laborers (60%), carpenters (40%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Huntsville the blended ratio comes out at 0.80.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Huntsville is at 96.4 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,450 nationally becomes $1,350 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.1: $35 to $140.
The best months for chain-link fence in Huntsville
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Huntsville 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 Huntsville are September through June: 10 of 12. Outside them, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Huntsville gets about 54 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 2 inches of snow. The wettest months are February, March and December (5.9 inches in December). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.6 inches. The station averages about 62 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 | 52 | 33 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Feb | 57 | 36 | 5.1 | Workable |
| Mar | 66 | 43 | 5.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 75 | 51 | 4.9 | Workable |
| May | 83 | 60 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 68 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 92 | 71 | 4.5 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 70 | 3.5 | Hot |
| Sep | 87 | 63 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 76 | 52 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 64 | 41 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 55 | 36 | 5.9 | Workable |
Huntsville against nearby metros and the rest of Alabama
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 150 linear ft range from $3,150 to $3,700 across Huntsville and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Huntsville, ALthis page | $1,400 – $5,250 | $3,300 | |
| Decatur, AL30 miles | $1,400 – $5,300 | $3,350 | +1% |
| Chattanooga, TN80 miles | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,500 | +6% |
| Nashville, TN90 miles | $1,500 – $5,900 | $3,700 | +11% |
| Birmingham, AL90 miles | $1,400 – $5,350 | $3,350 | +1% |
| Dalton, GA105 miles | $1,350 – $5,000 | $3,150 | −5% |
| Alabama (statewide) | $1,400 – $5,200 | $3,300 | −1% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | +16% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Huntsville ranks #262 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Huntsville is 1% above the Alabama figure.
Elsewhere in Alabama
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham, AL | 520,290 jobs | $1,400 – $5,350 | $3,350 | +1% |
| Mobile, AL | 172,550 jobs | $1,400 – $5,200 | $3,300 | −1% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $1,350 – $5,150 | $3,250 | −2% |
| Tuscaloosa, AL | 108,460 jobs | $1,350 – $5,200 | $3,300 | −1% |
| Daphne, AL | 87,120 jobs | $1,400 – $5,250 | $3,300 | level |
| Auburn, AL | 72,710 jobs | $1,350 – $5,150 | $3,250 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Huntsville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 jobs | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,500 | +6% |
| Lakeland, FL | 265,280 jobs | $1,400 – $5,300 | $3,350 | level |
| Poughkeepsie, NY | 268,970 jobs | $1,700 – $6,800 | $4,250 | +28% |
| Spokane, WA | 255,820 jobs | $1,600 – $6,500 | $4,050 | +22% |
What nearby projects cost in Huntsville
Jobs that often go together with chain-link fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Huntsville wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−7%) and gravel driveway lowest (−11%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,700 – $6,900 | −10% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,450 | −7% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $10,400 | −9% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,200 – $9,050 | −11% |
Chain-link fence: what moves the price in Huntsville
Gates
Gates are $80-$1,000+ before installation. Rolling or slide gates are the expensive end.
Survey
A land survey ($300-$900) is worth it before you put a fence near a boundary.
Height
A 4-ft fence runs $10-$20 per linear foot; 6- to 8-ft backyard fences run $15-$40+ (HomeGuide).
Cost by quality level and size in Huntsville
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Huntsville. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from backyard (100 linear ft) to full lot (300 linear ft).
Basic
$1,400 to $2,950
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,550 to $4,100
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$3,700 to $5,250
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $940 – $2,000 | $1,700 – $2,750 | $2,500 – $3,550 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,400 – $2,950 | $2,550 – $4,100 | $3,700 – $5,250 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $1,850 – $3,900 | $3,400 – $5,450 | $4,900 – $6,950 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $2,750 – $5,800 | $5,050 – $8,100 | $7,300 – $10,400 |
Who does the work: Huntsville trade wages
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 2 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 Huntsville the blend is 0.80.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 60%) the local median is $18.03 an hour, which is 20% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $14.00 and $21.95 an hour. BLS counts 1,670 of them working in the area, 62.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $23.54 an hour, 19% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.69 and $28.06 an hour. About 430 work in the metro. That is 16.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (construction laborers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $240 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $250. That is a swing of roughly 7.5% to 7.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Huntsville has 266,650 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 99th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 60% | $14.00 | $18.03 | $21.95 | $22.66 | 0.80 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $20.69 | $23.54 | $28.06 | $29.12 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
Add-ons priced for Huntsville
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.88 for Huntsville, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.80) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $70 – $880 |
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Chain-link fence in Huntsville: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Huntsville?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,400 to $5,250 in the Huntsville area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,550 to $4,100. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Huntsville?
About $9 to $34 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $35 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $40.
+Is chain-link fence cheaper in Huntsville or Decatur?
Decatur is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,350, which is 1% more than Huntsville ($3,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Huntsville?
About 56% at the midpoint, or $1,850 out of $3,300. Materials are 41% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Huntsville?
$1,850 to $6,950. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Huntsville?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $35 to $140 for fees in the Huntsville area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Huntsville expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Alabama?
Huntsville is 1% above the Alabama statewide estimate ($3,300 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Alabama; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Huntsville?
The BLS median is $18.03 an hour in the Huntsville area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $14.00 to $21.95.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Huntsville?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,400 to $2,950 and premium work $3,700 to $5,250. Basic means: 4-ft galvanized, front yard. Premium means: vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates.
+When is the best time to install a chain-link fence in Huntsville?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. September and October 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 Huntsville?
$70 to $880, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Huntsville
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 a Chain-Link Fence Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Visual Fence Pro: Chain Link Fence Cost & Pricing Guide for Contractors (2026) (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 = Visual Fence Pro's $6-$13 per foot for residential galvanized 4-6 ft fence (taller or vinyl-coated fence costs more).