Chain-link fence cost in Burlington, NC
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,450 – $5,500
- Per linear ft
- $9.25 – $36
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −10%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #231
- 1 = most expensive
A chain-link fence in Burlington, NC usually costs $1,450 to $5,500 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $9.25 to $36 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $370 less. Construction laborers earn a median of $20.35 an hour in the Burlington area, 10% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Burlington, NC, standard level
$2,650 to $4,300
About $17 to $28 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 58% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,600 |
| Labor | $1,400 | $2,600 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $2,650 | $4,300 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Burlington, NC
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $870 | $1,400 | $1,900 | 40% |
| Labor | $520 | $2,000 | $3,500 | 58% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $90 | $140 | 3% |
| Total | $1,450 | $3,450 | $5,500 | 100% |
Where the Burlington price comes from
Labor is 58% 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 Burlington the blended ratio comes out at 0.86.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Burlington is at 96.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $1,450 nationally becomes $1,400 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.2: $35 to $140.
Burlington 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, Burlington Alamance 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 Burlington are August through June: 11 of 12. Outside them, July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Burlington gets about 43 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and September (4.7 inches in July). Inside the workable window, January and February are the driest, at 3.1 and 2.8 inches. The station averages about 48 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 | 30 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Feb | 56 | 33 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 64 | 39 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 74 | 48 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 80 | 57 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 88 | 65 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 91 | 70 | 4.7 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 68 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 83 | 62 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 73 | 49 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Nov | 63 | 38 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 55 | 33 | 3.1 | Workable |
Pick a size, pick a tier: chain-link fence pricing in Burlington
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Burlington. 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 $3,050
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,650 to $4,300
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$3,900 to $5,500
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $960 – $2,050 | $1,800 – $2,900 | $2,600 – $3,750 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,450 – $3,050 | $2,650 – $4,300 | $3,900 – $5,500 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $1,900 – $4,050 | $3,500 – $5,700 | $5,150 – $7,300 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $2,800 – $6,050 | $5,250 – $8,500 | $7,650 – $10,900 |
What local crews earn in Burlington
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 Burlington the blend is 0.86.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 60%) the local median is $20.35 an hour, which is 10% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.66 and $22.91 an hour. BLS counts 400 of them working in the area, 59.0 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 $23.69 an hour, 19% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.18 and $27.09 an hour. About 100 work in the metro. That is 14.7 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 $160 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $170. That is a swing of roughly 4.8% to 4.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Burlington has 67,830 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 266th 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% | $17.66 | $20.35 | $22.91 | $22.66 | 0.90 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $21.18 | $23.69 | $27.09 | $29.12 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.86 | |||||
Planning more than one job in Burlington?
Jobs that often go together with chain-link fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Burlington wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−6%) and wood fence lowest (−8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,750 – $7,050 | −8% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,600 | −6% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,450 – $10,500 | −8% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,400 | −8% |
Add-ons priced for Burlington
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.92 for Burlington, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.86) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $75 – $920 |
Why two Burlington quotes can differ
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).
Burlington against nearby metros and the rest of North Carolina
Of the five closest metros, 1 is cheaper than Burlington. Greensboro is the lowest at about $3,400 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 20 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burlington, NCthis page | $1,450 – $5,500 | $3,450 | |
| Durham, NC15 miles | $1,450 – $5,800 | $3,650 | +5% |
| Greensboro, NC20 miles | $1,400 – $5,450 | $3,400 | −2% |
| Winston, NC55 miles | $1,450 – $5,550 | $3,500 | level |
| Raleigh, NC55 miles | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | +4% |
| Fayetteville, NC75 miles | $1,450 – $5,550 | $3,500 | level |
| North Carolina (statewide) | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,550 | +2% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | +11% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Burlington ranks #231 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Burlington is 2% below the North Carolina figure.
Elsewhere in North Carolina
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte, NC | 1,358,370 jobs | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | +4% |
| Raleigh, NC | 743,120 jobs | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | +4% |
| Greensboro, NC | 365,410 jobs | $1,400 – $5,450 | $3,400 | −2% |
| Durham, NC | 344,020 jobs | $1,450 – $5,800 | $3,650 | +5% |
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $1,450 – $5,550 | $3,500 | level |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | +4% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Burlington against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dover, DE | 68,080 jobs | $1,450 – $5,800 | $3,600 | +4% |
| Winchester, VA | 67,740 jobs | $1,450 – $5,550 | $3,500 | level |
| Traverse City, MI | 68,440 jobs | $1,500 – $6,050 | $3,750 | +8% |
| Morgantown, WV | 67,370 jobs | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,550 | +2% |
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Chain-link fence in Burlington: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Burlington?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,450 to $5,500 in the Burlington area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,650 to $4,300. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Burlington?
About $9.25 to $36 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 Burlington or Durham?
Durham is 15 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,650, which is 5% more than Burlington ($3,450). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Burlington?
About 58% at the midpoint, or $2,000 out of $3,450. Materials are 40% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Burlington?
$1,900 to $7,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Burlington?
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 Burlington area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Burlington expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of North Carolina?
Burlington is 2% below the North Carolina statewide estimate ($3,550 at the midpoint). We cover 11 metros in North Carolina; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Burlington?
The BLS median is $20.35 an hour in the Burlington area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.66 to $22.91.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Burlington?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,450 to $3,050 and premium work $3,900 to $5,500. 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 Burlington?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are August through June. January and February 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 Burlington?
$75 to $920, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Burlington
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).