Vinyl fence cost in Boulder, CO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,400 – $8,900
- Per linear ft
- $29 – $58.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $6,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #120
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a vinyl fence in the Boulder area: $4,400 to $8,900 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 lands close to the US figure. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.1).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Boulder, CO, standard level
$5,750 to $7,550
About $38 to $49.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 23% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,450 | $5,600 |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,800 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $5,750 | $7,550 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Boulder, CO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,600 | $5,050 | $6,500 | 76% |
| Labor | $750 | $1,500 | $2,250 | 23% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $100 | $160 | 2% |
| Total | $4,400 | $6,650 | $8,900 | 100% |
What is behind the Boulder number
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 50% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.73 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Boulder is 1.00 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 23% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Boulder is at 96.1 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $5,250 nationally becomes $5,050 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 105.2: $40 to $160.
The best months for vinyl fence in Boulder
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Boulder (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 Boulder: 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.
Boulder gets about 21 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 93 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and September (3.2 inches in May). The station averages about 33 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 | 47 | 22 | 0.8 | Workable |
| Feb | 48 | 22 | 1.0 | Workable |
| Mar | 57 | 29 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 63 | 35 | 3.0 | Workable |
| May | 71 | 43 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 51 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 88 | 57 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 86 | 56 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Sep | 79 | 48 | 2.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 37 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 55 | 28 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 46 | 21 | 0.8 | Workable |
Who does the work: Boulder 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 Boulder the blend is 1.00.
Carpenters (47-2031), 50% of the weighting: a median of $28.73 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.92 and $35.50 an hour. About 540 work in the metro. That is 28.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 50%) the local median is $23.07 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.64 and $28.23 an hour. BLS counts 540 of them working in the area, 28.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $170 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $120. That is a swing of roughly 1.9% to 2.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Boulder has 192,390 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 119th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $23.92 | $28.73 | $35.50 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $19.64 | $23.07 | $28.23 | $22.66 | 1.02 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.00 | |||||
Optional extras in Boulder
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.98 for Boulder, 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) | $150 – $770 |
| Remove old fence | $1,450 – $2,950 |
Pick a size, pick a tier: vinyl fence pricing in Boulder
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Boulder. 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
$4,400 to $6,200
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$5,750 to $7,550
6-ft privacy fence, standard white
Premium
$7,100 to $8,900
Tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $2,950 – $4,150 | $3,850 – $5,050 | $4,750 – $6,000 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,400 – $6,200 | $5,750 – $7,550 | $7,100 – $8,900 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,850 – $8,250 | $7,650 – $10,000 | $9,400 – $11,800 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $8,750 – $12,300 | $11,400 – $15,000 | $14,100 – $17,600 |
Why two Boulder quotes can differ
Gates
A vinyl gate costs $150-$780 installed, more for large or complex ones.
Removal
Taking down an old fence is $10-$20 per linear foot extra, with disposal.
Permit
Fence permits run $40-$150 depending on location.
Is Boulder cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 4 are cheaper than Boulder. Cheyenne is the lowest at about $6,550 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 90 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boulder, COthis page | $4,400 – $8,900 | $6,650 | |
| Fort Collins, CO40 miles | $4,400 – $8,850 | $6,600 | level |
| Denver, CO55 miles | $4,600 – $9,350 | $7,000 | +5% |
| Greeley, CO60 miles | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,600 | −1% |
| Cheyenne, WY90 miles | $4,350 – $8,750 | $6,550 | −2% |
| Colorado Springs, CO95 miles | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,600 | −1% |
| Colorado (statewide) | $4,500 – $9,150 | $6,800 | +3% |
| United States | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | +3% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Boulder ranks #120 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Boulder is 3% below the Colorado figure.
Elsewhere in Colorado
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | 1,609,350 jobs | $4,600 – $9,350 | $7,000 | +5% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 316,060 jobs | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,600 | −1% |
| Fort Collins, CO | 169,430 jobs | $4,400 – $8,850 | $6,600 | level |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,600 | −1% |
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,600 | −1% |
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $4,350 – $8,750 | $6,550 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Boulder against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Corpus Christi, TX | 192,580 jobs | $4,200 – $8,350 | $6,250 | −6% |
| Wilmington, NC | 191,280 jobs | $4,350 – $8,700 | $6,550 | −2% |
| Modesto, CA | 195,230 jobs | $4,900 – $10,100 | $7,500 | +13% |
| Pensacola, FL | 190,480 jobs | $4,300 – $8,550 | $6,400 | −3% |
What nearby projects cost in Boulder
Jobs that often go together with vinyl fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Boulder wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, concrete slab comes out highest (level) and aluminum 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% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $6,100 | −1% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,700 – $11,000 | −3% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,450 – $5,200 | level |
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Vinyl fence in Boulder: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Boulder?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,400 to $8,900 in the Boulder area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,750 to $7,550. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for vinyl fence in Boulder?
About $29 to $58.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $160 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $30 to $60.
+Is vinyl fence cheaper in Boulder or Fort Collins?
Fort Collins is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,600, which is 0% less than Boulder ($6,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Boulder?
About 23% at the midpoint, or $1,500 out of $6,650. Materials are 76% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 22%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Boulder?
$5,850 to $11,800. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl fence need a permit in Boulder?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $160 for fees in the Boulder area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Boulder expensive for vinyl fence compared with the rest of Colorado?
Boulder is 3% below the Colorado statewide estimate ($6,800 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Colorado; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Boulder?
The BLS median is $28.73 an hour in the Boulder area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.92 to $35.50.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Boulder?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,400 to $6,200 and premium work $7,100 to $8,900. Basic means: 4-ft picket or ranch rail. Premium means: tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates.
+Is there a bad season to install a vinyl fence in Boulder?
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 Boulder?
$150 to $770, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence near Boulder
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 Vinyl Fence Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (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 are as cited ($25-$45/ft). HomeGuide reports basic labor at $5-$15/ft, so materials are most of the installed price.