Chain-link fence cost in Canton, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,500 – $6,250
- Per linear ft
- $9.85 – $40.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #115
- 1 = most expensive
Canton homeowners pay roughly $1,500 to $6,250 to install a chain-link fence at 150 linear ft, or $9.85 to $40.50 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Canton is almost level. Construction laborers earn a median of $25.85 an hour in the Canton area, 14% above the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Canton, OH, standard level
$2,950 to $4,800
About $19 to $31.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 63% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,550 |
| Labor | $1,750 | $3,200 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $2,950 | $4,800 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Canton, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $840 | $1,350 | $1,850 | 34% |
| Labor | $630 | $2,450 | $4,300 | 63% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $130 | 2% |
| Total | $1,500 | $3,900 | $6,250 | 100% |
Where the Canton price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: construction laborers at 60%, carpenters at 40%. Weighted together, Canton wages are 1.06 times the national level. Labor makes up about 63% of the midpoint estimate (60% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Canton metro is 93.6 (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 (89.4) and land at $35 to $130.
What nearby projects cost in Canton
Because every project leans on different trades, Canton's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, gravel driveway runs level and vinyl fence −4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,950 – $7,400 | −3% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,800 | −4% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,750 – $11,200 | −2% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,500 – $10,200 | level |
Canton: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Canton 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
$1,500 to $3,400
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,950 to $4,800
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$4,350 to $6,250
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,000 – $2,300 | $2,000 – $3,250 | $2,950 – $4,200 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,500 – $3,400 | $2,950 – $4,800 | $4,350 – $6,250 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $2,000 – $4,500 | $3,900 – $6,400 | $5,750 – $8,300 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $3,000 – $6,750 | $5,800 – $9,550 | $8,600 – $12,400 |
Optional extras in Canton
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Canton by the average of the local wage index (1.06) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 1.00. 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) | $80 – $1,000 |
Why two Canton quotes can differ
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.
Survey
A land survey ($300-$900) is worth it before you put a fence near a boundary.
Is Canton cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Canton. Wheeling is the lowest at about $3,600 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 55 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OHthis page | $1,500 – $6,250 | $3,900 | |
| Akron, OH30 miles | $1,550 – $6,650 | $4,100 | +6% |
| Youngstown, OH40 miles | $1,450 – $6,000 | $3,750 | −4% |
| Wheeling, WV55 miles | $1,450 – $5,700 | $3,600 | −8% |
| Cleveland, OH65 miles | $1,550 – $6,550 | $4,050 | +4% |
| Pittsburgh, PA75 miles | $1,550 – $6,350 | $3,950 | +2% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $1,550 – $6,500 | $4,000 | +4% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | −1% |
Across 300 US metros, Canton comes in at #115 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $5,450; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $3,000 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Canton is 3% below the Ohio figure.
Other Ohio metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $1,600 – $6,850 | $4,250 | +9% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $1,550 – $6,400 | $4,000 | +2% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $1,550 – $6,550 | $4,050 | +4% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $1,500 – $6,250 | $3,900 | level |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $1,550 – $6,650 | $4,100 | +6% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $1,500 – $6,200 | $3,850 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Canton's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Canton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beaumont, TX | 163,220 jobs | $1,450 – $5,800 | $3,650 | −7% |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 jobs | $1,350 – $5,200 | $3,300 | −16% |
| Spartanburg, SC | 165,150 jobs | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,500 | −10% |
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $1,600 – $6,650 | $4,100 | +6% |
When to schedule chain-link fence in Canton
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Akron Canton Rgnl Ap (10 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 Canton (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.
Canton gets about 42 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 47 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.4 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 3.2 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 11 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 | 36 | 20 | 2.9 | Cold |
| Feb | 39 | 22 | 2.4 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 29 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 62 | 40 | 3.9 | Workable |
| May | 72 | 50 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 80 | 59 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 63 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 62 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 55 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 44 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 51 | 34 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 40 | 26 | 2.9 | Cold |
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 Canton is 1.06 times the national level.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 60% of the weighting: a median of $25.85 an hour, 14% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.85 and $35.80 an hour. About 1,100 work in the metro. That is 67.5 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 $27.18 an hour, which is 7% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.33 and $34.27 an hour. BLS counts 380 of them working in the area, 23.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the construction laborers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.80 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $610. At the 25th percentile ($21.85) it shrinks by about $250. The total moves by 15.8% or 6.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 163,080 jobs in the Canton-Massillon area. That makes it the 145th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.10% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 60% | $21.85 | $25.85 | $35.80 | $22.66 | 1.14 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $21.33 | $27.18 | $34.27 | $29.12 | 0.93 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.06 | |||||
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Chain-link fence in Canton: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Canton?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,500 to $6,250 in the Canton area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,950 to $4,800. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Canton?
About $9.85 to $40.50 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 Canton or Akron?
Akron is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $4,100, which is 6% more than Canton ($3,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Canton?
About 63% at the midpoint, or $2,450 out of $3,900. Materials are 34% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Canton?
$2,000 to $8,300. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Canton?
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 Canton area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Canton expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Ohio?
Canton is 3% below the Ohio statewide estimate ($4,000 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Canton?
The BLS median is $25.85 an hour in the Canton area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.85 to $35.80.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Canton?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,500 to $3,400 and premium work $4,350 to $6,250. 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 Canton?
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 Canton?
$80 to $1,000, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Canton
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).