Vinyl fence cost in Lafayette, LA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,150 – $8,250
- Per linear ft
- $27.50 – $54
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −9%
- US $6,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #279
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a vinyl fence in Lafayette, plan on $4,150 to $8,250 for 150 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $27.50 to $54 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 9% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.7).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Lafayette, LA, standard level
$5,400 to $7,050
About $35.50 to $46 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 19% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,350 | $5,500 |
| Labor | $960 | $1,450 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $5,400 | $7,050 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Lafayette, LA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,500 | $4,900 | $6,300 | 79% |
| Labor | $600 | $1,200 | $1,800 | 19% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $130 | 1% |
| Total | $4,150 | $6,200 | $8,250 | 100% |
What is behind the Lafayette number
Labor is 19% 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 Lafayette the blended ratio comes out at 0.80.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Lafayette metro is 93.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $4,900, compared with $5,250 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (87.2) and land at $35 to $130.
Pick a size, pick a tier: vinyl fence pricing in Lafayette
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Lafayette 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
$4,150 to $5,800
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$5,400 to $7,050
6-ft privacy fence, standard white
Premium
$6,600 to $8,250
Tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $2,800 – $3,900 | $3,600 – $4,700 | $4,450 – $5,550 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,150 – $5,800 | $5,400 – $7,050 | $6,600 – $8,250 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,500 – $7,700 | $7,150 – $9,350 | $8,800 – $11,000 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $8,250 – $11,500 | $10,700 – $13,900 | $13,100 – $16,400 |
Lafayette 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 Lafayette is 0.80 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 50%) the local median is $22.81 an hour, which is 22% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.55 and $27.69 an hour. BLS counts 580 of them working in the area, 32.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 50% of the weighting: a median of $18.57 an hour, 18% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.31 and $22.95 an hour. About 1,780 work in the metro. That is 99.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($27.69 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $130. At the 25th percentile ($18.55) it shrinks by about $110. The total moves by 2.0% or 1.8%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 179,570 jobs in the Lafayette area. That makes it the 129th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.12% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $18.55 | $22.81 | $27.69 | $29.12 | 0.78 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $16.31 | $18.57 | $22.95 | $22.66 | 0.82 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
Is Lafayette cheap or dear? The local comparison
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 $6,150 to $6,450 across Lafayette and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette, LAthis page | $4,150 – $8,250 | $6,200 | |
| Lake Charles, LA65 miles | $4,200 – $8,400 | $6,300 | +1% |
| Baton Rouge, LA70 miles | $4,200 – $8,400 | $6,300 | +2% |
| Houma, LA90 miles | $4,150 – $8,250 | $6,200 | level |
| Alexandria, LA95 miles | $4,150 – $8,200 | $6,150 | −1% |
| Beaumont, TX125 miles | $4,250 – $8,600 | $6,450 | +4% |
| Louisiana (statewide) | $4,150 – $8,300 | $6,250 | level |
| United States | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | +10% |
Across 300 US metros, Lafayette comes in at #279 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $8,350; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $6,000 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Lafayette is 0% below the Louisiana figure.
Other Louisiana metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans, LA | 445,550 jobs | $4,150 – $8,350 | $6,250 | +1% |
| Baton Rouge, LA | 409,690 jobs | $4,200 – $8,400 | $6,300 | +2% |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 jobs | $4,150 – $8,250 | $6,200 | level |
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 jobs | $4,200 – $8,400 | $6,300 | +1% |
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 jobs | $4,150 – $8,250 | $6,200 | level |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $4,150 – $8,200 | $6,150 | −1% |
Cities with a workforce like Lafayette's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lafayette against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $4,350 – $8,900 | $6,650 | +7% |
| Sioux Falls, SD | 178,590 jobs | $4,300 – $8,600 | $6,450 | +4% |
| Asheville, NC | 180,620 jobs | $4,350 – $8,750 | $6,550 | +6% |
| Anchorage, AK | 177,050 jobs | $4,950 – $10,100 | $7,550 | +21% |
Planning more than one job in Lafayette?
Because every project leans on different trades, Lafayette's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete slab runs −9% and chain-link fence −14%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,650 – $6,750 | −12% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,350 – $5,200 | −14% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,350 – $10,200 | −11% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,200 – $4,750 | −9% |
Optional extras in Lafayette
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Lafayette by the average of the local wage index (0.80) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.87. 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) | $130 – $680 |
| Remove old fence | $1,300 – $2,600 |
Climate in Lafayette: timing your vinyl fence job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Lafayette Rgnl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Lafayette (9 of 12 months). June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Lafayette gets about 63 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (7.1 inches in June). Inside the workable window, February and March are the driest, at 4.1 and 3.7 inches. The station averages about 91 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 | 62 | 44 | 5.9 | Workable |
| Feb | 66 | 47 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Mar | 73 | 53 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 79 | 59 | 4.9 | Workable |
| May | 86 | 67 | 5.4 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 73 | 7.1 | Hot |
| Jul | 92 | 75 | 6.3 | Hot |
| Aug | 92 | 75 | 6.3 | Hot |
| Sep | 89 | 70 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Oct | 81 | 60 | 4.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 72 | 50 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 45 | 5.0 | Workable |
Why two Lafayette quotes can differ
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).
Gates
A vinyl gate costs $150-$780 installed, more for large or complex ones.
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Vinyl fence in Lafayette: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Lafayette?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,150 to $8,250 in the Lafayette area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,400 to $7,050. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for vinyl fence in Lafayette?
About $27.50 to $54 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 Lafayette or Lake Charles?
Lake Charles is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,300, which is 1% more than Lafayette ($6,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lafayette?
About 19% at the midpoint, or $1,200 out of $6,200. Materials are 79% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 22%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Lafayette?
$5,500 to $11,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl fence need a permit in Lafayette?
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 Lafayette area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lafayette expensive for vinyl fence compared with the rest of Louisiana?
Lafayette is 0% below the Louisiana statewide estimate ($6,250 at the midpoint). We cover 9 metros in Louisiana; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Lafayette?
The BLS median is $22.81 an hour in the Lafayette area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.55 to $27.69.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Lafayette?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,150 to $5,800 and premium work $6,600 to $8,250. 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 Lafayette?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February and March 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 Lafayette?
$130 to $680, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence near Lafayette
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.