Vinyl fence cost in Ogden, UT
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $4,300 – $8,650
- Per linear ft
- $28.50 – $57
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $6,850
- Rank of 300 metros
- #180
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a vinyl fence in Ogden, plan on $4,300 to $8,650 for 150 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $28.50 to $57 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 5% lower than the national one. Building materials run about 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.4).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Ogden, UT, standard level
$5,650 to $7,350
About $37 to $48.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 21% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,500 | $5,650 |
| Labor | $1,050 | $1,600 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $5,650 | $7,350 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Ogden, UT
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,600 | $5,050 | $6,500 | 78% |
| Labor | $670 | $1,350 | $2,000 | 21% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $95 | $150 | 1% |
| Total | $4,300 | $6,500 | $8,650 | 100% |
What is behind the Ogden number
Labor is 21% 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 Ogden the blended ratio comes out at 0.89.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Ogden metro is 96.4 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $5,050, compared with $5,250 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.3) and land at $40 to $150.
Climate in Ogden: timing your vinyl fence job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Ogden Hinkley Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through June and August through November are the stretches where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Ogden (8 of 12 months). January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F; July has an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
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.
Ogden gets about 16 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and May (2.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, August and September are the driest, at 0.7 and 1.1 inches. The station averages about 49 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 | 36 | 21 | 1.5 | Cold |
| Feb | 42 | 25 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 53 | 33 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 60 | 39 | 2.0 | Workable |
| May | 70 | 47 | 2.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 55 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 91 | 65 | 0.3 | Hot |
| Aug | 89 | 63 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Sep | 78 | 53 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 41 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 31 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Dec | 37 | 22 | 1.3 | Cold |
Ogden against nearby metros and the rest of Utah
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Ogden. Logan comes closest at about $6,500.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ogden, UTthis page | $4,300 – $8,650 | $6,500 | |
| Logan, UT55 miles | $4,350 – $8,700 | $6,500 | level |
| Salt Lake City, UT70 miles | $4,400 – $8,900 | $6,650 | +2% |
| Provo, UT90 miles | $4,350 – $8,750 | $6,550 | +1% |
| Idaho Falls, ID175 miles | $4,350 – $8,700 | $6,500 | level |
| Grand Junction, CO230 miles | $4,350 – $8,800 | $6,600 | +1% |
| Utah (statewide) | $4,350 – $8,750 | $6,550 | +1% |
| United States | $4,550 – $9,150 | $6,850 | +5% |
Across 300 US metros, Ogden comes in at #180 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $8,350; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $6,000 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Ogden is 1% below the Utah figure.
Other Utah metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Salt Lake City, UT | 826,210 jobs | $4,400 – $8,900 | $6,650 | +2% |
| Provo, UT | 304,660 jobs | $4,350 – $8,750 | $6,550 | +1% |
| St. George, UT | 90,500 jobs | $4,300 – $8,600 | $6,450 | level |
| Logan, UT | 66,800 jobs | $4,350 – $8,700 | $6,500 | level |
Cities with a workforce like Ogden's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Ogden against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winston, NC | 271,980 jobs | $4,300 – $8,600 | $6,450 | −1% |
| Jackson, MS | 270,730 jobs | $4,250 – $8,450 | $6,350 | −2% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $4,150 – $8,300 | $6,250 | −4% |
| Poughkeepsie, NY | 268,970 jobs | $5,000 – $10,100 | $7,550 | +16% |
Related projects, priced for Ogden
Because every project leans on different trades, Ogden's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, concrete slab runs −5% 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 – $5,700 | −7% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,600 – $10,800 | −5% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,350 – $4,950 | −5% |
Extras that change the Ogden total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Ogden by the average of the local wage index (0.89) and goods index (0.96), a factor of 0.93. 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 – $720 |
| Remove old fence | $1,400 – $2,800 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Ogden bid
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.
Cost by quality level and size in Ogden
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Ogden 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
$4,300 to $6,050
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$5,650 to $7,350
6-ft privacy fence, standard white
Premium
$6,950 to $8,650
Tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $2,900 – $4,050 | $3,800 – $4,950 | $4,650 – $5,850 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,300 – $6,050 | $5,650 – $7,350 | $6,950 – $8,650 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,750 – $8,050 | $7,500 – $9,800 | $9,200 – $11,500 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $8,600 – $12,000 | $11,200 – $14,600 | $13,800 – $17,200 |
Ogden 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 Ogden is 0.89 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 50%) the local median is $23.21 an hour, which is 20% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.46 and $29.31 an hour. BLS counts 2,150 of them working in the area, 79.2 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 $22.31 an hour, in line with the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.74 and $26.80 an hour. About 3,140 work in the metro. That is 115.7 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 ($29.31 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $160. At the 25th percentile ($21.46) it shrinks by about $45. The total moves by 2.4% or 0.7%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 271,370 jobs in the Ogden area. That makes it the 95th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.17% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $21.46 | $23.21 | $29.31 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $18.74 | $22.31 | $26.80 | $22.66 | 0.98 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.89 | |||||
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Vinyl fence in Ogden: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Ogden?
For 150 linear ft, expect $4,300 to $8,650 in the Ogden area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,650 to $7,350. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for vinyl fence in Ogden?
About $28.50 to $57 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $150 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $30 to $60.
+Is vinyl fence cheaper in Ogden or Logan?
Logan is 55 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,500, which is 0% more than Ogden ($6,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Ogden?
About 21% at the midpoint, or $1,350 out of $6,500. Materials are 78% and permits 1%. Nationally, labor is 22%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Ogden?
$5,750 to $11,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does vinyl fence need a permit in Ogden?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $150 for fees in the Ogden area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Ogden expensive for vinyl fence compared with the rest of Utah?
Ogden is 1% below the Utah statewide estimate ($6,550 at the midpoint). We cover 5 metros in Utah; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Ogden?
The BLS median is $23.21 an hour in the Ogden area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.46 to $29.31.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Ogden?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,300 to $6,050 and premium work $6,950 to $8,650. 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 Ogden?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through June and August through November. August and September 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 Ogden?
$140 to $720, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence near Ogden
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.