Vinyl fence cost in Sioux City, IA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,250 – $8,600
- Per linear ft
- $28 – $56.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $6,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #221
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a vinyl fence in Sioux City, plan on $4,250 to $8,600 for 150 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $28 to $56.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 6% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 94.0).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Sioux City, IA, standard level
$5,550 to $7,300
About $36.50 to $48 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 22% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,350 | $5,500 |
| Labor | $1,150 | $1,700 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $5,550 | $7,300 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Sioux City, IA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,550 | $4,950 | $6,350 | 77% |
| Labor | $700 | $1,400 | $2,100 | 22% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $80 | $130 | 1% |
| Total | $4,250 | $6,400 | $8,600 | 100% |
Why Sioux City prices look the way they do
Labor is 22% of the midpoint bill here, against 22% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (50%), construction laborers (50%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Sioux City the blended ratio comes out at 0.94.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Sioux City metro is 94.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $4,950, compared with $5,250 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (86.5) and land at $35 to $130.
Pick a size, pick a tier: vinyl fence pricing in Sioux City
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Sioux City 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
$4,250 to $6,000
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$5,550 to $7,300
6-ft privacy fence, standard white
Premium
$6,850 to $8,600
Tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $2,850 – $4,000 | $3,750 – $4,900 | $4,600 – $5,750 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,250 – $6,000 | $5,550 – $7,300 | $6,850 – $8,600 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,650 – $7,950 | $7,400 – $9,700 | $9,100 – $11,400 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $8,500 – $11,900 | $11,100 – $14,500 | $13,600 – $17,000 |
Optional extras in Sioux City
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Sioux City by the average of the local wage index (0.94) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.94. 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) | $140 – $730 |
| Remove old fence | $1,400 – $2,800 |
Sioux City labor market for vinyl 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 Sioux City is 0.94 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 50%) the local median is $24.57 an hour, which is 16% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.02 and $29.52 an hour. BLS counts 350 of them working in the area, 46.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 50% of the weighting: a median of $23.38 an hour, 3% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.71 and $28.72 an hour. About 560 work in the metro. That is 74.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($29.52 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $130. At the 25th percentile ($22.02) it shrinks by about $65. The total moves by 2.0% or 1.0%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 75,010 jobs in the Sioux City area. That makes it the 247th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $22.02 | $24.57 | $29.52 | $29.12 | 0.84 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $21.71 | $23.38 | $28.72 | $22.66 | 1.03 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
How Sioux City 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 $6,400 to $6,550 across Sioux City and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux City, IAthis page | $4,250 – $8,600 | $6,400 | |
| Sioux Falls, SD75 miles | $4,300 – $8,600 | $6,450 | level |
| Omaha, NE85 miles | $4,300 – $8,600 | $6,450 | level |
| Lincoln, NE120 miles | $4,250 – $8,550 | $6,400 | −1% |
| Des Moines, IA145 miles | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,550 | +2% |
| Waterloo, IA195 miles | $4,300 – $8,700 | $6,500 | +1% |
| Iowa (statewide) | $4,300 – $8,700 | $6,500 | +1% |
| United States | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | +7% |
Across 300 US metros, Sioux City comes in at #221 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $8,350; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $6,000 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Sioux City is 1% below the Iowa figure.
Other Iowa metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Des Moines, IA | 404,130 jobs | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,550 | +2% |
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $4,350 – $8,900 | $6,650 | +3% |
| Cedar Rapids, IA | 139,260 jobs | $4,300 – $8,700 | $6,500 | +1% |
| Iowa City, IA | 93,760 jobs | $4,250 – $8,550 | $6,400 | −1% |
| Waterloo, IA | 84,260 jobs | $4,300 – $8,700 | $6,500 | +1% |
| Dubuque, IA | 58,470 jobs | $4,300 – $8,750 | $6,500 | +2% |
Cities with a workforce like Sioux City's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Sioux City against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abilene, TX | 75,070 jobs | $4,100 – $8,150 | $6,150 | −4% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $4,300 – $8,550 | $6,400 | level |
| Kenosha, WI | 75,450 jobs | $4,800 – $9,650 | $7,200 | +12% |
| Rapid City, SD | 73,820 jobs | $4,300 – $8,550 | $6,450 | level |
Vinyl fence: what moves the price in Sioux City
Removal
Taking down an old fence is $10-$20 per linear foot extra, with disposal.
Permit
Fence permits run $40-$150 depending on location.
Type and height
A vinyl picket fence is $30-$45 per linear foot; a 6-ft privacy fence $40-$60, and 8-ft goes to $85 (HomeGuide).
What nearby projects cost in Sioux City
Because every project leans on different trades, Sioux City's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete slab runs −4% and wood fence −7%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,800 – $7,100 | −7% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $5,850 | −5% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,800 | −5% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,350 – $4,950 | −4% |
Climate in Sioux City: timing your vinyl fence job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Sioux City Gateway Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Sioux City (9 of 12 months). January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February 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.
Sioux City gets about 29 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 36 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (4.3 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 1.8 and 1.3 inches. The station averages about 25 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 | 30 | 10 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 34 | 15 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 26 | 1.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 61 | 37 | 3.1 | Workable |
| May | 72 | 49 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 59 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 63 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 61 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Sep | 77 | 51 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 38 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 47 | 25 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Dec | 33 | 15 | 1.0 | Cold |
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Vinyl fence in Sioux City: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Sioux City?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,250 to $8,600 in the Sioux City area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,550 to $7,300. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for vinyl fence in Sioux City?
About $28 to $56.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $35 to $130 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $30 to $60.
+Is vinyl fence cheaper in Sioux City or Sioux Falls?
Sioux Falls is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,450, which is 0% more than Sioux City ($6,400). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Sioux City?
About 22% at the midpoint, or $1,400 out of $6,400. Materials are 77% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 22%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Sioux City?
$5,650 to $11,400. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl fence need a permit in Sioux City?
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 Sioux City area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Sioux City expensive for vinyl fence compared with the rest of Iowa?
Sioux City is 1% below the Iowa statewide estimate ($6,500 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Iowa; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Sioux City?
The BLS median is $24.57 an hour in the Sioux City area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.02 to $29.52.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Sioux City?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,250 to $6,000 and premium work $6,850 to $8,600. Basic means: 4-ft picket or ranch rail. Premium means: tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates.
+When is the best time to install a vinyl fence in Sioux City?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. March and November 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 Sioux City?
$140 to $730, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence near Sioux 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 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.