Vinyl fence cost in Shreveport, 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
- −10%
- US $6,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #282
- 1 = most expensive
A vinyl fence in Shreveport, LA usually costs $4,150 to $8,250 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $27.50 to $54 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $650 less. 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 Shreveport, LA, standard level
$5,350 to $7,000
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 | $950 | $1,450 |
| Permits and fees | $60 | $100 |
| Total | $5,350 | $7,000 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Shreveport, 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 | $80 | $130 | 1% |
| Total | $4,150 | $6,200 | $8,250 | 100% |
Why Shreveport prices look the way they do
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 Shreveport the blended ratio comes out at 0.80.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Shreveport is at 93.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $5,250 nationally becomes $4,900 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 84.8: $35 to $130.
Add-ons priced for Shreveport
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.87 for Shreveport, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.80) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $130 – $680 |
| Remove old fence | $1,300 – $2,600 |
What nearby projects cost in Shreveport
Jobs that often go together with vinyl fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Shreveport wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, aluminum fence comes out highest (−10%) and chain-link fence lowest (−15%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,650 – $6,700 | −13% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,350 – $5,200 | −15% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,350 – $10,200 | −10% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,150 – $4,600 | −11% |
Shreveport weather and the vinyl fence calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Shreveport (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 Shreveport are October through May: 8 of 12. Outside them, June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Shreveport gets about 51 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and December (5.2 inches in April). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 4.3 and 4.0 inches. The station averages about 99 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 | 58 | 37 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 63 | 41 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 70 | 48 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 54 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 64 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 71 | 4.8 | Hot |
| Jul | 94 | 74 | 3.5 | Hot |
| Aug | 95 | 73 | 2.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 90 | 67 | 3.5 | Hot |
| Oct | 79 | 55 | 4.6 | Workable |
| Nov | 68 | 45 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 60 | 39 | 4.9 | Workable |
Is Shreveport cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, all are cheaper than Shreveport. Texarkana is the lowest at about $6,100 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 75 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shreveport, LAthis page | $4,150 – $8,250 | $6,200 | |
| Longview, TX55 miles | $4,150 – $8,200 | $6,200 | level |
| Texarkana, TX75 miles | $4,100 – $8,100 | $6,100 | −1% |
| Tyler, TX90 miles | $4,150 – $8,200 | $6,150 | −1% |
| Monroe, LA100 miles | $4,150 – $8,200 | $6,150 | level |
| Alexandria, LA105 miles | $4,150 – $8,200 | $6,150 | level |
| Louisiana (statewide) | $4,150 – $8,300 | $6,250 | +1% |
| United States | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | +11% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Shreveport ranks #282 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Shreveport is 1% below the Louisiana figure.
Elsewhere in Louisiana
| 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% |
| Lafayette, LA | 179,570 jobs | $4,150 – $8,250 | $6,200 | level |
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 jobs | $4,200 – $8,400 | $6,300 | +2% |
| Slidell, LA | 98,240 jobs | $4,150 – $8,250 | $6,200 | level |
| Monroe, LA | 87,500 jobs | $4,150 – $8,200 | $6,150 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Shreveport against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Canton, OH | 163,080 jobs | $4,300 – $8,800 | $6,550 | +6% |
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $4,550 – $9,250 | $6,900 | +11% |
| Beaumont, TX | 163,220 jobs | $4,250 – $8,600 | $6,450 | +4% |
| Youngstown, OH | 160,160 jobs | $4,300 – $8,650 | $6,500 | +5% |
Vinyl fence: what moves the price in Shreveport
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).
Cost by quality level and size in Shreveport
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Shreveport. 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
$4,150 to $5,800
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$5,350 to $7,000
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) | $2,750 – $3,900 | $3,600 – $4,700 | $4,450 – $5,550 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,150 – $5,800 | $5,350 – $7,000 | $6,600 – $8,250 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,500 – $7,700 | $7,150 – $9,300 | $8,750 – $10,900 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $8,250 – $11,500 | $10,700 – $13,900 | $13,100 – $16,400 |
What local crews earn in Shreveport
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 Shreveport the blend is 0.80.
Carpenters (47-2031), 50% of the weighting: a median of $22.56 an hour, 23% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.97 and $28.14 an hour. About 480 work in the metro. That is 29.5 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 $18.50 an hour, which is 18% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.43 and $22.95 an hour. BLS counts 1,170 of them working in the area, 71.9 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (carpenters) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $140 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $90. That is a swing of roughly 1.5% to 2.3% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Shreveport-Bossier City has 162,750 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 146th 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% | $18.97 | $22.56 | $28.14 | $29.12 | 0.77 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $16.43 | $18.50 | $22.95 | $22.66 | 0.82 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.80 | |||||
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Vinyl fence in Shreveport: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Shreveport?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,150 to $8,250 in the Shreveport area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,350 to $7,000. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for vinyl fence in Shreveport?
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 Shreveport or Longview?
Longview is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,200, which is 0% less than Shreveport ($6,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Shreveport?
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 Shreveport?
$5,500 to $10,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl fence need a permit in Shreveport?
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 Shreveport area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Shreveport expensive for vinyl fence compared with the rest of Louisiana?
Shreveport is 1% 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 Shreveport?
The BLS median is $22.56 an hour in the Shreveport area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.97 to $28.14.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Shreveport?
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 Shreveport?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through May. February 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 Shreveport?
$130 to $680, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence near Shreveport
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.