Vinyl fence cost in Chambersburg, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,500 – $8,950
- Per linear ft
- $29.50 – $59
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $6,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #102
- 1 = most expensive
Chambersburg homeowners pay roughly $4,500 to $8,950 to install a vinyl fence at 150 linear ft, or $29.50 to $59 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Chambersburg is almost level. Carpenters earn a median of $23.43 an hour in the Chambersburg area, 20% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Chambersburg, PA, standard level
$5,850 to $7,600
About $38.50 to $50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 20% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,700 | $5,900 |
| Labor | $1,100 | $1,600 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $5,850 | $7,600 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Chambersburg, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,800 | $5,300 | $6,800 | 79% |
| Labor | $670 | $1,350 | $2,000 | 20% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $4,500 | $6,700 | $8,950 | 100% |
What is behind the Chambersburg number
Labor is 20% 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 Chambersburg the blended ratio comes out at 0.90.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Chambersburg metro is 100.7 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $5,300, compared with $5,250 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (94.6) and land at $40 to $140.
When to schedule vinyl fence in Chambersburg
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Chambersburg 1 Ese (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Chambersburg (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.
Chambersburg gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 31 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and September (4.1 inches in September). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 19 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 | 37 | 23 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 25 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 50 | 32 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 63 | 42 | 4.0 | Workable |
| May | 73 | 52 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 61 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 65 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 63 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 56 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 64 | 45 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 52 | 35 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 41 | 27 | 3.5 | Cold |
Related projects, priced for Chambersburg
Because every project leans on different trades, Chambersburg's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, aluminum fence runs −2% and chain-link fence −5%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $2,850 – $7,300 | −5% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $5,800 | −5% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,700 – $11,100 | −2% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,350 – $5,050 | −3% |
Extras that change the Chambersburg total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Chambersburg by the average of the local wage index (0.90) and goods index (1.01), a factor of 0.95. 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 – $740 |
| Remove old fence | $1,450 – $2,850 |
Cost by quality level and size in Chambersburg
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Chambersburg 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
$4,500 to $6,300
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$5,850 to $7,600
6-ft privacy fence, standard white
Premium
$7,150 to $8,950
Tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $3,000 – $4,200 | $3,900 – $5,100 | $4,800 – $6,000 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,500 – $6,300 | $5,850 – $7,600 | $7,150 – $8,950 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,950 – $8,350 | $7,750 – $10,100 | $9,550 – $11,900 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $8,950 – $12,500 | $11,600 – $15,100 | $14,200 – $17,800 |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Chambersburg is 0.90 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 50%) the local median is $23.43 an hour, which is 20% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.57 and $28.77 an hour. BLS counts 300 of them working in the area, 49.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 50% of the weighting: a median of $22.53 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.13 and $24.90 an hour. About 440 work in the metro. That is 73.0 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 ($28.77 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $140. At the 25th percentile ($22.57) it shrinks by about $20. The total moves by 2.0% or 0.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 60,280 jobs in the Chambersburg area. That makes it the 287th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.04% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $22.57 | $23.43 | $28.77 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $19.13 | $22.53 | $24.90 | $22.66 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.90 | |||||
Is Chambersburg 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 $6,450 to $6,900 across Chambersburg and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chambersburg, PAthis page | $4,500 – $8,950 | $6,700 | |
| Hagerstown, MD30 miles | $4,350 – $8,700 | $6,550 | −3% |
| Harrisburg, PA45 miles | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | +2% |
| Altoona, PA50 miles | $4,550 – $9,100 | $6,800 | +1% |
| York, PA55 miles | $4,600 – $9,250 | $6,900 | +3% |
| Winchester, VA60 miles | $4,300 – $8,600 | $6,450 | −4% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | +2% |
| United States | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | +2% |
Across 300 US metros, Chambersburg comes in at #102 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $8,350; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $6,000 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Chambersburg is 2% below the Pennsylvania figure.
Other Pennsylvania metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $4,500 – $9,150 | $6,800 | +1% |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $4,600 – $9,300 | $6,950 | +3% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | +3% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | +2% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | +2% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | +2% |
Cities with a workforce like Chambersburg's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Chambersburg against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro, AR | 60,620 jobs | $4,100 – $8,150 | $6,150 | −9% |
| Alexandria, LA | 60,000 jobs | $4,150 – $8,200 | $6,150 | −8% |
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $4,400 – $9,000 | $6,700 | −1% |
| Niles, MI | 59,970 jobs | $4,250 – $8,600 | $6,400 | −4% |
Vinyl fence: what moves the price in Chambersburg
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.
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Vinyl fence in Chambersburg: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Chambersburg?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,500 to $8,950 in the Chambersburg area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,850 to $7,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for vinyl fence in Chambersburg?
About $29.50 to $59 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $30 to $60.
+Is vinyl fence cheaper in Chambersburg or Hagerstown?
Hagerstown is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,550, which is 3% less than Chambersburg ($6,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Chambersburg?
About 20% at the midpoint, or $1,350 out of $6,700. Materials are 79% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 22%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Chambersburg?
$5,950 to $11,900. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl fence need a permit in Chambersburg?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $140 for fees in the Chambersburg area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Chambersburg expensive for vinyl fence compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Chambersburg is 2% below the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($6,850 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Chambersburg?
The BLS median is $23.43 an hour in the Chambersburg area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.57 to $28.77.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Chambersburg?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,500 to $6,300 and premium work $7,150 to $8,950. 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 Chambersburg?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. October 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 Chambersburg?
$140 to $740, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence near Chambersburg
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.