Chain-link fence cost in Midland, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,400 – $5,650
- Per linear ft
- $9.25 – $36.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −8%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #208
- 1 = most expensive
A chain-link fence in Midland, TX usually costs $1,400 to $5,650 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $9.25 to $36.50 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $320 less. Construction laborers earn a median of $18.99 an hour in the Midland area, 16% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Midland, TX, standard level
$2,700 to $4,350
About $17.50 to $28.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 60% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,550 |
| Labor | $1,500 | $2,750 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $2,700 | $4,350 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Midland, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $840 | $1,350 | $1,850 | 38% |
| Labor | $540 | $2,100 | $3,650 | 60% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 3% |
| Total | $1,400 | $3,550 | $5,650 | 100% |
Why Midland prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: construction laborers at 60%, carpenters at 40%. Weighted together, Midland wages are 0.90 times the national level. Labor makes up about 60% of the midpoint estimate (60% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Midland is at 93.8 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 95.8: $40 to $140.
Is Midland cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Midland is the priciest of the group. El Paso is the cheapest at $3,150.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TXthis page | $1,400 – $5,650 | $3,550 | |
| Odessa, TX35 miles | $1,400 – $5,350 | $3,350 | −5% |
| Lubbock, TX95 miles | $1,350 – $5,050 | $3,200 | −10% |
| Abilene, TX135 miles | $1,350 – $5,100 | $3,200 | −9% |
| El Paso, TX210 miles | $1,300 – $4,950 | $3,150 | −11% |
| Amarillo, TX220 miles | $1,350 – $5,200 | $3,300 | −7% |
| Texas (statewide) | $1,450 – $5,450 | $3,450 | −2% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | +9% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Midland ranks #208 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Midland is 3% above the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $1,500 – $5,750 | $3,600 | +2% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $1,450 – $5,550 | $3,500 | level |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $1,400 – $5,600 | $3,500 | −1% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $1,400 – $5,300 | $3,350 | −5% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $1,300 – $4,950 | $3,150 | −11% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $1,300 – $4,850 | $3,100 | −13% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Midland against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 122,980 jobs | $1,600 – $6,750 | $4,200 | +18% |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 122,020 jobs | $1,750 – $7,400 | $4,550 | +29% |
| Amarillo, TX | 123,930 jobs | $1,350 – $5,200 | $3,300 | −7% |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 121,790 jobs | $1,500 – $6,250 | $3,900 | +10% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: chain-link fence pricing in Midland
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Midland. 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
$1,400 to $3,100
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,700 to $4,350
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$3,950 to $5,650
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $960 – $2,100 | $1,800 – $2,950 | $2,650 – $3,800 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,400 – $3,100 | $2,700 – $4,350 | $3,950 – $5,650 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $1,900 – $4,100 | $3,550 – $5,800 | $5,250 – $7,450 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $2,800 – $6,150 | $5,300 – $8,650 | $7,800 – $11,100 |
What local crews earn in Midland
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 Midland the blend is 0.90.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 60%) the local median is $18.99 an hour, which is 16% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.56 and $22.28 an hour. BLS counts 1,970 of them working in the area, 161.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $29.24 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.60 and $34.63 an hour. About 170 work in the metro. That is 13.9 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 $200 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $90. That is a swing of roughly 2.5% to 5.7% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Midland has 122,180 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 177th 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% | $17.56 | $18.99 | $22.28 | $22.66 | 0.84 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $24.60 | $29.24 | $34.63 | $29.12 | 1.00 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.90 | |||||
Why two Midland 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.
Add-ons priced for Midland
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.92 for Midland, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.90) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $75 – $920 |
Midland 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, Midland Odessa (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 Midland are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Midland gets about 14 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 4 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, August and September (1.8 inches in June). Inside the workable window, February and December are the driest, at 0.6 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 115 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 | 59 | 33 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Feb | 64 | 37 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 72 | 44 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 81 | 52 | 0.7 | Workable |
| May | 89 | 62 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 95 | 70 | 1.8 | Hot |
| Jul | 96 | 73 | 1.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 95 | 72 | 1.7 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 65 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 54 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 67 | 42 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 34 | 0.6 | Workable |
What nearby projects cost in Midland
Jobs that often go together with chain-link fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Midland wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, wood fence comes out highest (−6%) 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 – $7,200 | −6% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,550 | −7% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,500 – $10,600 | −7% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,300 – $9,400 | −8% |
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Chain-link fence in Midland: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Midland?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,400 to $5,650 in the Midland area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,700 to $4,350. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Midland?
About $9.25 to $36.50 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 Midland or Odessa?
Odessa is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,350, which is 5% less than Midland ($3,550). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Midland?
About 60% at the midpoint, or $2,100 out of $3,550. Materials are 38% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Midland?
$1,900 to $7,450. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Midland?
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 Midland area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Midland expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Texas?
Midland is 3% above the Texas statewide estimate ($3,450 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Midland?
The BLS median is $18.99 an hour in the Midland area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.56 to $22.28.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Midland?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,400 to $3,100 and premium work $3,950 to $5,650. 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 Midland?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February and December 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 Midland?
$75 to $920, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Midland
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).