Vinyl fence cost in Scranton, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,550 – $9,200
- Per linear ft
- $30 – $60.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +1%
- US $6,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #72
- 1 = most expensive
A vinyl fence in Scranton, PA usually costs $4,550 to $9,200 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $30 to $60.50 per linear ft before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Building materials run about 1% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 100.7).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Scranton, PA, standard level
$5,950 to $7,800
About $39.50 to $51.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 22% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,700 | $5,900 |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,800 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $5,950 | $7,800 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Scranton, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,800 | $5,300 | $6,800 | 77% |
| Labor | $760 | $1,500 | $2,250 | 22% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $90 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $4,550 | $6,900 | $9,200 | 100% |
Why Scranton prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 2 trades: carpenters at 50%, construction laborers at 50%. Weighted together, Scranton wages are 1.01 times the national level. Labor makes up about 22% of the midpoint estimate (22% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Scranton is at 100.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $5,250 nationally becomes $5,300 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 93.6: $35 to $140.
Is Scranton cheap or dear? The local comparison
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Scranton. Reading is the lowest at about $6,850 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 65 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scranton, PAthis page | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | |
| Allentown, PA45 miles | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | level |
| Binghamton, NY60 miles | $4,550 – $9,250 | $6,900 | level |
| Reading, PA65 miles | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | −1% |
| Lancaster, PA90 miles | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | −1% |
| Harrisburg, PA90 miles | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | level |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | −1% |
| United States | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | −1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Scranton ranks #72 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Scranton is 1% above the Pennsylvania figure.
Elsewhere in Pennsylvania
| 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 | +1% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | level |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $4,550 – $9,200 | $6,900 | level |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | −1% |
| York, PA | 183,590 jobs | $4,600 – $9,250 | $6,900 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Scranton against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spokane, WA | 255,820 jobs | $4,750 – $9,600 | $7,200 | +4% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | −1% |
| Lakeland, FL | 265,280 jobs | $4,250 – $8,450 | $6,350 | −8% |
| Palm Bay, FL | 245,170 jobs | $4,300 – $8,600 | $6,450 | −6% |
Why two Scranton quotes can differ
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).
Planning more than one job in Scranton?
Jobs that often go together with vinyl fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Scranton wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, aluminum fence comes out highest (+1%) and wood fence lowest (+1%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,050 – $7,700 | +1% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,200 | +1% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,850 – $11,500 | +1% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,450 – $5,200 | +1% |
Cost by quality level and size in Scranton
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Scranton. 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
$4,550 to $6,450
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$5,950 to $7,800
6-ft privacy fence, standard white
Premium
$7,350 to $9,200
Tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $3,050 – $4,300 | $4,000 – $5,250 | $4,950 – $6,200 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,550 – $6,450 | $5,950 – $7,800 | $7,350 – $9,200 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $6,100 – $8,550 | $7,950 – $10,400 | $9,750 – $12,200 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $9,100 – $12,800 | $11,900 – $15,500 | $14,600 – $18,300 |
Optional extras in Scranton
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.01 for Scranton, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.01) and goods price index (1.01). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $150 – $790 |
| Remove old fence | $1,500 – $3,000 |
Scranton 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, Wilkes-Barre Intl Ap (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 Scranton are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, 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.
Scranton gets about 39 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 45 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, August and September (4.2 inches in September). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 2.8 and 2.9 inches. The station averages about 12 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 | 36 | 20 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 39 | 22 | 2.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 48 | 29 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Apr | 61 | 39 | 3.3 | Workable |
| May | 72 | 50 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 80 | 58 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 63 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Aug | 82 | 61 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 54 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 43 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 51 | 34 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Dec | 40 | 26 | 2.8 | Cold |
What local crews earn in Scranton
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 Scranton the blend is 1.01.
Carpenters (47-2031), 50% of the weighting: a median of $28.96 an hour, in line with the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.00 and $35.74 an hour. About 1,070 work in the metro. That is 41.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 50%) the local median is $23.22 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.53 and $28.89 an hour. BLS counts 1,450 of them working in the area, 56.7 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 $150. That is a swing of roughly 2.2% to 2.5% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Scranton--Wilkes-Barre has 255,620 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 102nd 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% | $23.00 | $28.96 | $35.74 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $19.53 | $23.22 | $28.89 | $22.66 | 1.02 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.01 | |||||
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Vinyl fence in Scranton: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Scranton?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,550 to $9,200 in the Scranton area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,950 to $7,800. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for vinyl fence in Scranton?
About $30 to $60.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $35 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $30 to $60.
+Is vinyl fence cheaper in Scranton or Allentown?
Allentown is 45 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,900, which is 0% more than Scranton ($6,900). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Scranton?
About 22% at the midpoint, or $1,500 out of $6,900. Materials are 77% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 22%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Scranton?
$6,100 to $12,200. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl fence need a permit in Scranton?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $35 to $140 for fees in the Scranton area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Scranton expensive for vinyl fence compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Scranton is 1% above 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 Scranton?
The BLS median is $28.96 an hour in the Scranton area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.00 to $35.74.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Scranton?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,550 to $6,450 and premium work $7,350 to $9,200. 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 Scranton?
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 Scranton?
$150 to $790, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence near Scranton
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.