Chain-link fence cost in Salt Lake City, UT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,500 – $6,100
- Per linear ft
- $9.80 – $39.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #133
- 1 = most expensive
A chain-link fence in Salt Lake City, UT usually costs $1,500 to $6,100 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $9.80 to $39.50 per linear ft before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.4).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Salt Lake City, UT, standard level
$2,900 to $4,700
About $18.50 to $30.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 61% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,150 | $1,600 |
| Labor | $1,650 | $3,000 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $2,900 | $4,700 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Salt Lake City, UT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $870 | $1,350 | $1,900 | 36% |
| Labor | $600 | $2,300 | $4,050 | 61% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $95 | $150 | 3% |
| Total | $1,500 | $3,800 | $6,100 | 100% |
What is behind the Salt Lake City number
Labor is 61% 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 Salt Lake City the blended ratio comes out at 1.00.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Salt Lake City 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 100.9: $40 to $150.
Extras that change the Salt Lake City total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.98 for Salt Lake City, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.00) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $80 – $980 |
What local crews earn in Salt Lake City
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 Salt Lake City the blend is 1.00.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 60%) the local median is $22.82 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.03 and $27.96 an hour. BLS counts 7,790 of them working in the area, 94.3 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 $28.78 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.83 and $31.00 an hour. About 6,420 work in the metro. That is 77.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (construction laborers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $320 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $230. That is a swing of roughly 6.1% to 8.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Salt Lake City-Murray has 826,210 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 37th 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% | $19.03 | $22.82 | $27.96 | $22.66 | 1.01 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $22.83 | $28.78 | $31.00 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.00 | |||||
How Salt Lake City compares
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Salt Lake City is the priciest of the group. St. George is the cheapest at $3,550.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UTthis page | $1,500 – $6,100 | $3,800 | |
| Provo, UT60 miles | $1,450 – $5,850 | $3,650 | −3% |
| Ogden, UT70 miles | $1,450 – $5,700 | $3,600 | −6% |
| Logan, UT110 miles | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | −5% |
| Idaho Falls, ID210 miles | $1,450 – $5,800 | $3,600 | −5% |
| St. George, UT230 miles | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,550 | −7% |
| Utah (statewide) | $1,450 – $5,850 | $3,650 | −4% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | +1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Salt Lake City ranks #133 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Salt Lake City is 4% above the Utah figure.
Elsewhere in Utah
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Provo, UT | 304,660 jobs | $1,450 – $5,850 | $3,650 | −3% |
| Ogden, UT | 271,370 jobs | $1,450 – $5,700 | $3,600 | −6% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $1,450 – $5,650 | $3,550 | −7% |
| Logan, UT | 66,800 jobs | $1,450 – $5,750 | $3,600 | −5% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Salt Lake City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $1,550 – $6,550 | $4,050 | +7% |
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $1,550 – $6,650 | $4,100 | +8% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $1,750 – $7,300 | $4,550 | +20% |
| Jacksonville, FL | 765,930 jobs | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,550 | −7% |
Chain-link fence: what moves the price in Salt Lake City
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 Salt Lake City
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Salt Lake City. 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
$1,500 to $3,350
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,900 to $4,700
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$4,250 to $6,100
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,000 – $2,250 | $1,950 – $3,200 | $2,850 – $4,100 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,500 – $3,350 | $2,900 – $4,700 | $4,250 – $6,100 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $2,000 – $4,400 | $3,800 – $6,250 | $5,650 – $8,050 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $3,000 – $6,600 | $5,700 – $9,300 | $8,400 – $12,000 |
What nearby projects cost in Salt Lake City
Jobs that often go together with chain-link fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Salt Lake City wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, gravel driveway comes out highest (−1%) and vinyl fence lowest (−3%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,000 – $7,500 | −2% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,400 – $8,900 | −3% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,700 – $11,100 | −2% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,500 – $10,100 | −1% |
Salt Lake City 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, Salt Lake City Intl 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 Salt Lake City are February through June and September through November: 8 of 12. Outside them, January and December have an average daytime high under 45°F, and July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
In January 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.
Salt Lake City gets about 16 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 52 inches of snow. The wettest months are March, April and May (2.2 inches in April). Inside the workable window, June and September are the driest, at 0.9 and 1.1 inches. The station averages about 62 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 | 39 | 24 | 1.4 | Cold |
| Feb | 45 | 29 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 55 | 36 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 62 | 42 | 2.2 | Workable |
| May | 73 | 50 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 59 | 0.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 94 | 68 | 0.5 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 67 | 0.6 | Hot |
| Sep | 81 | 56 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 44 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 51 | 33 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 39 | 25 | 1.4 | Cold |
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Chain-link fence in Salt Lake City: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Salt Lake City?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,500 to $6,100 in the Salt Lake City area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,900 to $4,700. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Salt Lake City?
About $9.80 to $39.50 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 Salt Lake City or Provo?
Provo is 60 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,650, which is 3% less than Salt Lake City ($3,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Salt Lake City?
About 61% at the midpoint, or $2,300 out of $3,800. Materials are 36% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Salt Lake City?
$2,000 to $8,050. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Salt Lake City?
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 Salt Lake City area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Salt Lake City expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Utah?
Salt Lake City is 4% above the Utah statewide estimate ($3,650 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Utah; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Salt Lake City?
The BLS median is $22.82 an hour in the Salt Lake City area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.03 to $27.96.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Salt Lake City?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,500 to $3,350 and premium work $4,250 to $6,100. 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 Salt Lake City?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are February through June and September through November. 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 Salt Lake City?
$80 to $980, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Salt Lake City
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).