Chain-link fence cost in Lynchburg, VA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $1,400 – $5,300
- Per linear ft
- $9.05 – $34.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $3,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #255
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a chain-link fence in the Lynchburg area: $1,400 to $5,300 for 150 linear ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 13% lower than the US figure. Construction laborers earn a median of $18.46 an hour in the Lynchburg area, 19% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Lynchburg, VA, standard level
$2,550 to $4,100
About $16.50 to $27 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 56% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,200 | $1,600 |
| Labor | $1,300 | $2,450 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $2,550 | $4,100 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Lynchburg, VA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $870 | $1,400 | $1,900 | 41% |
| Labor | $480 | $1,900 | $3,250 | 56% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $130 | 3% |
| Total | $1,400 | $3,350 | $5,300 | 100% |
Where the Lynchburg price comes from
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: construction laborers at 60%, carpenters at 40%. Weighted together, Lynchburg wages are 0.81 times the national level. Labor makes up about 56% of the midpoint estimate (60% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Lynchburg is at 96.8 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 89.4: $35 to $130.
Why two Lynchburg 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).
How Lynchburg compares
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 150 linear ft range from $3,300 to $3,650 across Lynchburg and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lynchburg, VAthis page | $1,400 – $5,300 | $3,350 | |
| Roanoke, VA40 miles | $1,400 – $5,250 | $3,300 | −1% |
| Charlottesville, VA55 miles | $1,500 – $5,850 | $3,650 | +10% |
| Blacksburg, VA75 miles | $1,400 – $5,450 | $3,450 | +3% |
| Harrisonburg, VA80 miles | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,500 | +5% |
| Burlington, NC90 miles | $1,450 – $5,500 | $3,450 | +4% |
| Virginia (statewide) | $1,500 – $5,850 | $3,650 | +10% |
| United States | $1,550 – $6,150 | $3,850 | +15% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Lynchburg ranks #255 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Lynchburg is 9% below the Virginia figure.
Elsewhere in Virginia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $1,400 – $5,400 | $3,400 | +2% |
| Richmond, VA | 660,350 jobs | $1,450 – $5,600 | $3,500 | +5% |
| Roanoke, VA | 153,980 jobs | $1,400 – $5,250 | $3,300 | −1% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $1,500 – $5,850 | $3,650 | +10% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $1,400 – $5,450 | $3,450 | +3% |
| Winchester, VA | 67,740 jobs | $1,450 – $5,550 | $3,500 | +4% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lynchburg against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 jobs | $1,350 – $5,250 | $3,300 | −1% |
| Binghamton, NY | 97,030 jobs | $1,550 – $6,350 | $3,950 | +19% |
| Santa Cruz, CA | 98,500 jobs | $1,750 – $7,300 | $4,550 | +35% |
| Yakima, WA | 97,010 jobs | $1,600 – $6,400 | $4,000 | +20% |
The best months for chain-link fence in Lynchburg
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Lynchburg #2 (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
Weather is not a serious constraint for exterior installation in Lynchburg: no month in the averages is cold enough (an average daytime high under 45°F) or hot enough (an average daytime high of 90°F or more) to rule it out, so the workable window is all year.
Lynchburg gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 12 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.2 inches in May). The station averages about 20 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 | 46 | 25 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 50 | 26 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 58 | 33 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 68 | 41 | 3.6 | Workable |
| May | 75 | 51 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 60 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 65 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 63 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 56 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Oct | 69 | 44 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 59 | 33 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 49 | 28 | 3.8 | Workable |
Who does the work: Lynchburg trade wages
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 Lynchburg the blend is 0.81.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 60%) the local median is $18.46 an hour, which is 19% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.48 and $21.81 an hour. BLS counts 600 of them working in the area, 61.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Carpenters (47-2031), 40% of the weighting: a median of $23.21 an hour, 20% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.46 and $27.52 an hour. About 480 work in the metro. That is 49.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (construction laborers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $210 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $60. That is a swing of roughly 1.8% to 6.2% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Lynchburg has 97,190 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 206th 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% | $17.48 | $18.46 | $21.81 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 40% | $20.46 | $23.21 | $27.52 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.81 | |||||
Lynchburg: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Lynchburg. 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 $2,950
4-ft galvanized, front yard
Standard
$2,550 to $4,100
6-ft galvanized backyard fence
Premium
$3,750 to $5,300
Vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $940 – $2,000 | $1,750 – $2,800 | $2,500 – $3,550 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $1,400 – $2,950 | $2,550 – $4,100 | $3,750 – $5,300 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $1,850 – $3,900 | $3,400 – $5,450 | $4,950 – $7,000 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $2,750 – $5,850 | $5,050 – $8,150 | $7,350 – $10,400 |
What nearby projects cost in Lynchburg
Jobs that often go together with chain-link fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Lynchburg wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−7%) and gravel driveway lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,700 – $6,900 | −10% |
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,500 | −7% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $10,400 | −9% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,250 – $9,150 | −10% |
Add-ons priced for Lynchburg
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.89 for Lynchburg, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.81) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $70 – $890 |
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Chain-link fence in Lynchburg: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a chain-link fence in Lynchburg?
For 150 linear ft, expect $1,400 to $5,300 in the Lynchburg area. A standard-spec job lands at $2,550 to $4,100. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for chain-link fence in Lynchburg?
About $9.05 to $34.50 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 Lynchburg or Roanoke?
Roanoke is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $3,300, which is 1% less than Lynchburg ($3,350). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lynchburg?
About 56% at the midpoint, or $1,900 out of $3,350. Materials are 41% and permits 3%. Nationally, labor is 60%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Lynchburg?
$1,850 to $7,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does chain-link fence need a permit in Lynchburg?
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 Lynchburg area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lynchburg expensive for chain-link fence compared with the rest of Virginia?
Lynchburg is 9% below the Virginia statewide estimate ($3,650 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Virginia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Lynchburg?
The BLS median is $18.46 an hour in the Lynchburg area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.48 to $21.81.
+What do basic and premium chain-link fence work cost in Lynchburg?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $1,400 to $2,950 and premium work $3,750 to $5,300. Basic means: 4-ft galvanized, front yard. Premium means: vinyl-coated, 8 ft, extra gates.
+Is there a bad season to install a chain-link fence in Lynchburg?
Not from a temperature point of view. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals show no month with a freezing-level overnight low or a 90°F-plus average high, so timing is mostly about contractor availability and rain.
+What does "add one gate" add in Lynchburg?
$70 to $890, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Chain-link fence near Lynchburg
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).