Chain-link fence cost in Albany, GA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,350 – $4,900
- Per linear ft
- $8.60 – $31.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −19%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #296
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a chain-link fence in the Albany area: $1,350 to $4,900 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 19% lower than the US figure. Construction laborers earn a median of $17.25 an hour in the Albany area, 24% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Albany, GA, standard level
$2,400 to $3,800
About $15.50 to $25 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 53% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,550 |
| Labor | $1,150 | $2,150 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $2,400 | $3,800 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Albany, GA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $870 | $1,350 | $1,900 | 44% |
| Labor | $430 | $1,650 | $2,900 | 53% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $130 | 3% |
| Total | $1,350 | $3,100 | $4,900 | 100% |
What is behind the Albany number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: construction laborers at 60%, carpenters at 40%. Weighted together, Albany wages are 0.71 times the national level. Labor makes up about 53% of the midpoint estimate (60% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Albany is at 96.3 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 87.7: $35 to $130.
Extras that change the Albany total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.84 for Albany, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.71) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $65 – $840 |
The best months for chain-link fence in Albany
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Albany Sw Ga Rgnl 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 Albany are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Albany gets about 47 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (5.1 inches in July). Inside the workable window, May and October are the driest, at 2.4 and 2.3 inches. The station averages about 106 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 | 62 | 39 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 66 | 42 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 73 | 48 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Apr | 80 | 54 | 3.7 | Workable |
| May | 88 | 63 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 71 | 5.1 | Hot |
| Jul | 93 | 73 | 5.1 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 73 | 4.8 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 68 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 81 | 57 | 2.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 71 | 46 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 41 | 4.3 | Workable |
Related projects, priced for Albany
Jobs that often go together with chain-link fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Albany wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−10%) and wood fence lowest (−16%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,500 – $6,500 | −16% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,150 – $8,200 | −10% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,250 – $9,900 | −13% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,150 – $8,800 | −14% |
Who does the work: Albany 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 Albany the blend is 0.71.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 60%) the local median is $17.25 an hour, which is 24% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $14.62 and $18.96 an hour. BLS counts 400 of them working in the area, 68.5 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 $18.46 an hour, 37% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $17.38 and $23.55 an hour. About 80 work in the metro. That is 13.7 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 $110 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $160. That is a swing of roughly 5.2% to 3.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Albany has 58,390 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 293rd 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% | $14.62 | $17.25 | $18.96 | $22.66 | 0.76 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $17.38 | $18.46 | $23.55 | $29.12 | 0.63 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.71 | |||||
How Albany compares
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Warner Robins is the priciest of the group at $3,350. Dothan is the cheapest at $3,050.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany, GAthis page | $1,350 – $4,900 | $3,100 | |
| Warner Robins, GA65 miles | $1,400 – $5,300 | $3,350 | +8% |
| Columbus, GA70 miles | $1,350 – $5,050 | $3,200 | +3% |
| Dothan, AL85 miles | $1,300 – $4,800 | $3,050 | −2% |
| Macon, GA85 miles | $1,350 – $5,200 | $3,300 | +6% |
| Tallahassee, FL90 miles | $1,400 – $5,250 | $3,350 | +7% |
| Georgia (statewide) | $1,400 – $5,400 | $3,400 | +10% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | +24% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Albany ranks #296 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Albany is 9% below the Georgia figure.
Elsewhere in Georgia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,550 | +14% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,500 | +13% |
| Savannah, GA | 198,360 jobs | $1,350 – $5,150 | $3,250 | +5% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $1,350 – $5,050 | $3,200 | +3% |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $1,400 – $5,250 | $3,300 | +6% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $1,350 – $5,150 | $3,250 | +4% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Albany against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dubuque, IA | 58,470 jobs | $1,500 – $6,100 | $3,800 | +22% |
| Wheeling, WV | 58,130 jobs | $1,450 – $5,700 | $3,600 | +15% |
| Altoona, PA | 58,650 jobs | $1,500 – $6,000 | $3,750 | +21% |
| Sebastian, FL | 57,620 jobs | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,550 | +14% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: chain-link fence pricing in Albany
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Albany. 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
$1,350 to $2,750
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,400 to $3,800
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$3,450 to $4,900
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $900 – $1,850 | $1,600 – $2,600 | $2,350 – $3,300 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,350 – $2,750 | $2,400 – $3,800 | $3,450 – $4,900 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $1,750 – $3,650 | $3,150 – $5,050 | $4,600 – $6,450 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $2,600 – $5,450 | $4,750 – $7,550 | $6,850 – $9,650 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Albany bid
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).
Coating
Black or green vinyl-coated mesh costs more than galvanized.
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Chain-link fence in Albany: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Albany?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,350 to $4,900 in the Albany area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,400 to $3,800. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Albany?
About $8.60 to $31.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $35 to $130 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $40.
+Is chain-link fence cheaper in Albany or Warner Robins?
Warner Robins is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,350, which is 8% more than Albany ($3,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Albany?
About 53% at the midpoint, or $1,650 out of $3,100. Materials are 44% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Albany?
$1,750 to $6,450. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Albany?
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 Albany area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Albany expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Georgia?
Albany is 9% below the Georgia statewide estimate ($3,400 at the midpoint). We cover 10 metros in Georgia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Albany?
The BLS median is $17.25 an hour in the Albany area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $14.62 to $18.96.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Albany?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,350 to $2,750 and premium work $3,450 to $4,900. 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 Albany?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. May 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 Albany?
$65 to $840, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Albany
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).