Chain-link fence cost in Medford, OR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,600 – $6,300
- Per linear ft
- $10.50 – $41
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +3%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #96
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a chain-link fence in Medford, plan on $1,600 to $6,300 for 150 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $10.50 to $41 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint lands close to the national one. Building materials run about 5% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 105.3).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Medford, OR, standard level
$3,000 to $4,900
About $19.50 to $32 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 60% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,300 | $1,700 |
| Labor | $1,650 | $3,050 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $3,000 | $4,900 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Medford, OR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $950 | $1,500 | $2,050 | 38% |
| Labor | $610 | $2,350 | $4,100 | 60% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $95 | $150 | 2% |
| Total | $1,600 | $3,950 | $6,300 | 100% |
Why Medford prices look the way they do
Labor is 60% 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 Medford the blended ratio comes out at 1.01.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Medford metro is 105.3 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $1,500, compared with $1,450 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.4) and land at $40 to $150.
What nearby projects cost in Medford
Because every project leans on different trades, Medford's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, gravel driveway runs +5% and wood fence +3%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,100 – $7,850 | +3% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,750 – $9,500 | +4% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,900 – $11,800 | +3% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,600 – $10,700 | +5% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Medford bid
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.
Add-ons priced for Medford
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Medford by the average of the local wage index (1.01) and goods index (1.05), a factor of 1.03. 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) | $85 – $1,050 |
Medford labor market for chain-link fence
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 Medford is 1.01 times the national level.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 60% of the weighting: a median of $23.72 an hour, 5% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.42 and $29.22 an hour. About 520 work in the metro. That is 58.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 40%) the local median is $27.85 an hour, which is 4% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.01 and $35.12 an hour. BLS counts 910 of them working in the area, 102.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the construction laborers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($29.22 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $340. At the 25th percentile ($21.42) it shrinks by about $140. The total moves by 8.6% or 3.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 89,060 jobs in the Medford area. That makes it the 220th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.06% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 60% | $21.42 | $23.72 | $29.22 | $22.66 | 1.05 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $24.01 | $27.85 | $35.12 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.01 | |||||
Medford: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Medford 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
$1,600 to $3,500
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$3,000 to $4,900
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$4,400 to $6,300
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,100 – $2,350 | $2,050 – $3,300 | $3,000 – $4,250 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,600 – $3,500 | $3,000 – $4,900 | $4,400 – $6,300 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $2,100 – $4,600 | $4,000 – $6,500 | $5,850 – $8,350 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $3,150 – $6,850 | $5,950 – $9,650 | $8,750 – $12,400 |
Medford against nearby metros and the rest of Oregon
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Medford. Eugene comes closest at about $3,950.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Medford, ORthis page | $1,600 – $6,300 | $3,950 | |
| Eugene, OR105 miles | $1,600 – $6,350 | $3,950 | level |
| Redding, CA120 miles | $1,700 – $7,000 | $4,350 | +10% |
| Bend, OR150 miles | $1,650 – $6,600 | $4,100 | +4% |
| Salem, OR175 miles | $1,650 – $6,600 | $4,150 | +5% |
| Chico, CA200 miles | $1,700 – $6,950 | $4,300 | +10% |
| Oregon (statewide) | $1,650 – $6,500 | $4,050 | +3% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | −3% |
Across 300 US metros, Medford comes in at #96 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $5,450; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $3,000 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Medford is 3% below the Oregon figure.
Other Oregon metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portland, OR | 1,208,410 jobs | $1,700 – $7,000 | $4,350 | +10% |
| Salem, OR | 188,620 jobs | $1,650 – $6,600 | $4,150 | +5% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $1,600 – $6,350 | $3,950 | level |
| Bend, OR | 108,240 jobs | $1,650 – $6,600 | $4,100 | +4% |
Cities with a workforce like Medford's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Medford against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,550 | −10% |
| Florence, SC | 89,060 jobs | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,550 | −10% |
| Panama City, FL | 90,610 jobs | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,500 | −11% |
| Bloomington, IL | 88,110 jobs | $1,650 – $7,100 | $4,400 | +11% |
Climate in Medford: timing your chain-link fence job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Medford Rogue Vly Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through June is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Medford (10 of 12 months). July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Medford gets about 18 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 3 inches of snow. The wettest months are January, November and December (3.5 inches in December). Inside the workable window, June and September are the driest, at 0.7 and 0.5 inches. The station averages about 61 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 | 48 | 33 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Feb | 54 | 34 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 59 | 37 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 65 | 41 | 1.5 | Workable |
| May | 74 | 47 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 52 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 92 | 59 | 0.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 58 | 0.3 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 51 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Oct | 70 | 42 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 54 | 36 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Dec | 46 | 33 | 3.5 | Workable |
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Chain-link fence in Medford: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Medford?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,600 to $6,300 in the Medford area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,000 to $4,900. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Medford?
About $10.50 to $41 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $150 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $10 to $40.
+Is chain-link fence cheaper in Medford or Eugene?
Eugene is 105 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,950, which is 0% more than Medford ($3,950). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Medford?
About 60% at the midpoint, or $2,350 out of $3,950. Materials are 38% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Medford?
$2,100 to $8,350. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Medford?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $150 for fees in the Medford area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Medford expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Oregon?
Medford is 3% below the Oregon statewide estimate ($4,050 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Oregon; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Medford?
The BLS median is $23.72 an hour in the Medford area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.42 to $29.22.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Medford?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,600 to $3,500 and premium work $4,400 to $6,300. 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 Medford?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. June and September 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 Medford?
$85 to $1,050, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Medford
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).