Chain-link fence cost in Hagerstown, MD
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,450 – $5,750
- Per linear ft
- $9.45 – $37.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #182
- 1 = most expensive
A chain-link fence in Hagerstown, MD usually costs $1,450 to $5,750 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $9.45 to $37.50 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $250 less. Construction laborers earn a median of $20.59 an hour in the Hagerstown area, 9% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Hagerstown, MD, standard level
$2,750 to $4,450
About $18 to $29 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 59% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,600 |
| Labor | $1,500 | $2,750 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $2,750 | $4,450 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Hagerstown, MD
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $870 | $1,350 | $1,900 | 38% |
| Labor | $550 | $2,150 | $3,700 | 59% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 2% |
| Total | $1,450 | $3,600 | $5,750 | 100% |
Why Hagerstown prices look the way they do
Labor is 59% 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 Hagerstown the blended ratio comes out at 0.92.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Hagerstown 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 94.2: $40 to $140.
Hagerstown against nearby metros and the rest of Maryland
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Washington is the priciest of the group at $3,950. Winchester is the cheapest at $3,500.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hagerstown, MDthis page | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | |
| Chambersburg, PA30 miles | $1,500 – $5,800 | $3,650 | +2% |
| Winchester, VA30 miles | $1,450 – $5,550 | $3,500 | −3% |
| Washington, DC55 miles | $1,600 – $6,300 | $3,950 | +9% |
| Altoona, PA65 miles | $1,500 – $6,000 | $3,750 | +4% |
| York, PA70 miles | $1,550 – $6,300 | $3,950 | +9% |
| Maryland (statewide) | $1,550 – $6,250 | $3,900 | +9% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Hagerstown ranks #182 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Hagerstown is 8% below the Maryland figure.
Elsewhere in Maryland
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baltimore, MD | 1,356,680 jobs | $1,550 – $6,200 | $3,900 | +8% |
| Lexington Park, MD | 70,650 jobs | $1,550 – $6,100 | $3,850 | +6% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Hagerstown against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbia, MO | 107,680 jobs | $1,550 – $6,400 | $3,950 | +10% |
| Champaign, IL | 105,500 jobs | $1,600 – $6,800 | $4,200 | +17% |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $1,650 – $6,600 | $4,100 | +14% |
| St. Cloud, MN | 103,920 jobs | $1,600 – $6,600 | $4,100 | +13% |
Hagerstown weather and the chain-link fence calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Hagerstown 1 E (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Hagerstown are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, 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.
Hagerstown gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, May and September (4.8 inches in September). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 3.4 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 32 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 | 40 | 22 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 44 | 25 | 2.7 | Cold |
| Mar | 53 | 32 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 41 | 3.9 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 53 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 62 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 86 | 66 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Aug | 85 | 65 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 56 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 45 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 34 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 44 | 27 | 3.7 | Cold |
What nearby projects cost in Hagerstown
Jobs that often go together with chain-link fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Hagerstown wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−5%) and gravel driveway lowest (−8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,850 – $7,250 | −5% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $8,700 | −5% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,900 | −5% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,400 | −8% |
Extras that change the Hagerstown total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.94 for Hagerstown, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.92) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $75 – $940 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Hagerstown bid
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.
Pick a size, pick a tier: chain-link fence pricing in Hagerstown
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Hagerstown. 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
$1,450 to $3,150
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,750 to $4,450
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$4,050 to $5,750
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $980 – $2,150 | $1,850 – $3,000 | $2,700 – $3,900 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,450 – $3,150 | $2,750 – $4,450 | $4,050 – $5,750 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $1,950 – $4,200 | $3,650 – $5,900 | $5,350 – $7,600 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $2,900 – $6,250 | $5,400 – $8,800 | $7,950 – $11,300 |
What local crews earn in Hagerstown
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 Hagerstown the blend is 0.92.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 60%) the local median is $20.59 an hour, which is 9% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.55 and $23.61 an hour. BLS counts 560 of them working in the area, 52.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $27.21 an hour, 7% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.25 and $29.80 an hour. About 350 work in the metro. That is 32.7 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 $190 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $190. That is a swing of roughly 5.2% to 5.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Hagerstown-Martinsburg has 107,170 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 195th 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% | $17.55 | $20.59 | $23.61 | $22.66 | 0.91 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $21.25 | $27.21 | $29.80 | $29.12 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.92 | |||||
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Chain-link fence in Hagerstown: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Hagerstown?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,450 to $5,750 in the Hagerstown area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,750 to $4,450. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Hagerstown?
About $9.45 to $37.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $40.
+Is chain-link fence cheaper in Hagerstown or Chambersburg?
Chambersburg is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,650, which is 2% more than Hagerstown ($3,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Hagerstown?
About 59% at the midpoint, or $2,150 out of $3,600. Materials are 38% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Hagerstown?
$1,950 to $7,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Hagerstown?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $140 for fees in the Hagerstown area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Hagerstown expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Maryland?
Hagerstown is 8% below the Maryland statewide estimate ($3,900 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Maryland; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Hagerstown?
The BLS median is $20.59 an hour in the Hagerstown area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.55 to $23.61.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Hagerstown?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,450 to $3,150 and premium work $4,050 to $5,750. 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 Hagerstown?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. October 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 Hagerstown?
$75 to $940, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Hagerstown
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).