Chain-link fence cost in Sioux City, IA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,450 – $5,850
- Per linear ft
- $9.45 – $38
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #165
- 1 = most expensive
Sioux City homeowners pay roughly $1,450 to $5,850 to install a chain-link fence at 150 linear ft, or $9.45 to $38 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Sioux City is 5% lower. Construction laborers earn a median of $23.38 an hour in the Sioux City area, 3% above the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Sioux City, IA, standard level
$2,750 to $4,500
About $18 to $29.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 61% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,550 |
| Labor | $1,550 | $2,900 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $2,750 | $4,500 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Sioux City, IA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $850 | $1,350 | $1,850 | 37% |
| Labor | $570 | $2,200 | $3,850 | 61% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $80 | $130 | 2% |
| Total | $1,450 | $3,650 | $5,850 | 100% |
What is behind the Sioux City number
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: construction laborers at 60%, carpenters at 40%. Weighted together, Sioux City wages are 0.96 times the national level. Labor makes up about 61% of the midpoint estimate (60% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Sioux City metro is 94.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $1,350, compared with $1,450 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (86.5) and land at $35 to $130.
Sioux City against nearby metros and the rest of Iowa
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 $3,600 to $3,850 across Sioux City and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IAthis page | $1,450 – $5,850 | $3,650 | |
| Sioux Falls, SD75 miles | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | −1% |
| Omaha, NE85 miles | $1,450 – $5,850 | $3,650 | +1% |
| Lincoln, NE120 miles | $1,450 – $5,700 | $3,600 | −2% |
| Des Moines, IA145 miles | $1,500 – $6,200 | $3,850 | +5% |
| Waterloo, IA195 miles | $1,500 – $6,050 | $3,750 | +3% |
| Iowa (statewide) | $1,500 – $6,000 | $3,750 | +3% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Sioux City comes in at #165 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $5,450; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $3,000 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Sioux City is 3% below the Iowa figure.
Other Iowa metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | 404,130 jobs | $1,500 – $6,200 | $3,850 | +5% |
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $1,550 – $6,400 | $3,950 | +9% |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 139,260 jobs | $1,500 – $6,050 | $3,750 | +3% |
| Iowa City, IA | 93,760 jobs | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | −1% |
| Waterloo, IA | 84,260 jobs | $1,500 – $6,050 | $3,750 | +3% |
| Dubuque, IA | 58,470 jobs | $1,500 – $6,100 | $3,800 | +4% |
Cities with a workforce like Sioux City's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Sioux City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene, TX | 75,070 jobs | $1,350 – $5,100 | $3,200 | −12% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $1,400 – $5,450 | $3,450 | −6% |
| Kenosha, WI | 75,450 jobs | $1,600 – $6,400 | $4,000 | +10% |
| Rapid City, SD | 73,820 jobs | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,550 | −3% |
Local wages behind the labor line
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 2 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Sioux City is 0.96 times the national level.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 60% of the weighting: a median of $23.38 an hour, 3% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.71 and $28.72 an hour. About 560 work in the metro. That is 74.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $24.57 an hour, which is 16% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.02 and $29.52 an hour. BLS counts 350 of them working in the area, 46.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the construction laborers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($28.72 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $330. At the 25th percentile ($21.71) it shrinks by about $100. The total moves by 9.0% or 2.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 75,010 jobs in the Sioux City area. That makes it the 247th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 60% | $21.71 | $23.38 | $28.72 | $22.66 | 1.03 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $22.02 | $24.57 | $29.52 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.96 | |||||
Chain-link fence: what moves the price in Sioux City
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.
Gates
Gates are $80-$1,000+ before installation. Rolling or slide gates are the expensive end.
What nearby projects cost in Sioux City
Because every project leans on different trades, Sioux City's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, gravel driveway runs −3% and wood fence −7%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,800 – $7,100 | −7% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,600 | −6% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,800 | −5% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,450 – $9,900 | −3% |
When to schedule chain-link fence in Sioux City
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Sioux City Gateway Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Sioux City (9 of 12 months). January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February 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.
Sioux City gets about 29 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 36 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (4.3 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 1.8 and 1.3 inches. The station averages about 25 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 | 30 | 10 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 34 | 15 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 26 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 61 | 37 | 3.1 | Workable |
| May | 72 | 49 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 59 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 63 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 61 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Sep | 77 | 51 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 38 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 25 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 33 | 15 | 1.0 | Cold |
Add-ons priced for Sioux City
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Sioux City by the average of the local wage index (0.96) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.95. 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) | $75 – $950 |
Sioux City: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Sioux City 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 4 common sizes.
Basic
$1,450 to $3,200
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,750 to $4,500
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$4,100 to $5,850
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $980 – $2,150 | $1,850 – $3,050 | $2,750 – $3,950 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,450 – $3,200 | $2,750 – $4,500 | $4,100 – $5,850 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $1,950 – $4,250 | $3,650 – $6,000 | $5,400 – $7,750 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $2,850 – $6,350 | $5,500 – $8,950 | $8,100 – $11,500 |
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Chain-link fence in Sioux City: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Sioux City?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,450 to $5,850 in the Sioux City area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,750 to $4,500. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Sioux City?
About $9.45 to $38 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 Sioux City or Sioux Falls?
Sioux Falls is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,600, which is 1% less than Sioux City ($3,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Sioux City?
About 61% at the midpoint, or $2,200 out of $3,650. Materials are 37% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Sioux City?
$1,950 to $7,750. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Sioux City?
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 Sioux City area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Sioux City expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Iowa?
Sioux City is 3% below the Iowa statewide estimate ($3,750 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Iowa; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Sioux City?
The BLS median is $23.38 an hour in the Sioux City area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.71 to $28.72.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Sioux City?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,450 to $3,200 and premium work $4,100 to $5,850. 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 Sioux City?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. March 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 Sioux City?
$75 to $950, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Sioux City
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).