Vinyl fence cost in Wisconsin
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (150 linear ft)
- $4,400 – $9,000
- Per linear ft
- $29 – $59
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −2%
- US $6,850
- Metros covered
- 12
Across Wisconsin, a vinyl fence costs about $4,400 to $9,000 for 150 linear ft. Statewide, that midpoint is 2% below the US figure of $6,850. Carpenters earn a median $29.65 an hour in Wisconsin (US: $29.12).
Inside Wisconsin, the metros we cover range from $6,450 (Wausau) to $7,200 (Kenosha) at the midpoint. Pick your closest city in the table for a tighter number.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Wisconsin (statewide), standard level
$5,800 to $7,600
About $38 to $50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 25% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $4,400 | $5,500 |
| Labor | $1,350 | $2,000 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $5,800 | $7,600 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Wisconsin
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $3,550 | $4,950 | $6,350 | 74% |
| Labor | $830 | $1,650 | $2,500 | 25% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 1% |
| Total | $4,400 | $6,700 | $9,000 | 100% |
Related projects, priced for Wisconsin
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide Wisconsin wages and prices. Against national midpoints, chain-link fence comes out highest (+5%) and wood fence lowest (level), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood fence | 150 linear ft | $3,100 – $7,650 | level |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,550 – $6,500 | +5% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,850 – $11,500 | +1% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,550 – $5,300 | +3% |
Wisconsin labor market for vinyl fence
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 2 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 1.10 for Wisconsin.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 50%) the local median is $29.65 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.92 and $38.13 an hour. BLS counts 13,880 of them working in the state, 47.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 50% of the weighting: a median of $26.97 an hour, 19% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $22.14 and $34.68 an hour. About 20,330 work in the state. That is 69.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($38.13 an hour) would add about $220 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($23.92) would take off about $150. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 2,941,540 jobs across Wisconsin (May 2025), which is 1.9% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 50% | $23.92 | $29.65 | $38.13 | $29.12 | 1.02 | state |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 50% | $22.14 | $26.97 | $34.68 | $22.66 | 1.19 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 1.10 | |||||
Wisconsin metro-by-metro prices
3 of the 12 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $6,700, and the top-to-bottom gap is 11%. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (150 linear ft) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WI | $4,800 – $9,650 | $7,200 | +8% |
| Oshkosh, WI | $4,500 – $9,250 | $6,850 | +3% |
| Janesville, WI | $4,450 – $9,200 | $6,850 | +2% |
| Appleton, WI | $4,400 – $9,050 | $6,750 | level |
| Milwaukee, WI | $4,400 – $9,050 | $6,700 | level |
| Madison, WI | $4,400 – $9,000 | $6,700 | level |
| Sheboygan, WI | $4,400 – $9,000 | $6,700 | level |
| La Crosse, WI | $4,400 – $8,950 | $6,700 | level |
| Eau Claire, WI | $4,400 – $8,950 | $6,650 | level |
| Racine, WI | $4,350 – $8,900 | $6,650 | −1% |
| Green Bay, WI | $4,350 – $8,900 | $6,650 | −1% |
| Wausau, WI | $4,300 – $8,650 | $6,450 | −3% |
Quality levels and sizes in Wisconsin
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide Wisconsin wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$4,400 to $6,250
4-ft picket or ranch rail
Standard
$5,800 to $7,600
6-ft privacy fence, standard white
Premium
$7,150 to $9,000
Tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $2,950 – $4,200 | $3,900 – $5,100 | $4,800 – $6,050 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $4,400 – $6,250 | $5,800 – $7,600 | $7,150 – $9,000 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $5,850 – $8,300 | $7,700 – $10,100 | $9,500 – $11,900 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $8,750 – $12,400 | $11,500 – $15,100 | $14,200 – $17,800 |
When Wisconsin weather lets you install
Season matters for vinyl fence. For each Wisconsin metro below we took NOAA's 1991-2020 monthly normals from the nearest suitable station and counted comfortable months for exterior installation.
Kenosha has the longest comfortable season of the metros we cover in Wisconsin at 9 months (March through November); Wausau has the shortest at 7 (April through October). Rainfall runs from 32 inches a year in Green Bay to 37 inches in La Crosse.
We do not adjust prices by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. Timing is still worth raising when you collect bids.
| Metro | Jan avg low °F | Jul avg high °F | Precip (in/yr) | Comfortable months |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 14 | 83 | 34 | 8: April through November |
| Madison | 12 | 82 | 37 | 8: April through November |
| Green Bay | 11 | 81 | 32 | 7: April through October |
| Appleton | 10 | 82 | 33 | 7: April through October |
| Oshkosh | 10 | 82 | 33 | 7: April through October |
| Eau Claire | 6 | 83 | 33 | 7: April through October |
| La Crosse | 8 | 80 | 37 | 7: April through October |
| Racine | 16 | 81 | 32 | 8: April through November |
| Kenosha | 16 | 84 | 32 | 9: March through November |
| Janesville | 12 | 83 | 37 | 9: March through November |
| Wausau | 7 | 80 | 34 | 7: April through October |
| Sheboygan | 15 | 82 | 35 | 8: April through November |
Vinyl fence: what moves the price in Wisconsin
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.
Removal
Taking down an old fence is $10-$20 per linear foot extra, with disposal.
Permit
Fence permits run $40-$150 depending on location.
Extras that change the Wisconsin total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Wisconsin by the average of the local wage index (1.10) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 1.02. 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) | $150 – $800 |
| Remove old fence | $1,550 – $3,050 |
Wisconsin against its neighbors
Wisconsin ranks 23 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for vinyl fence, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $8,250 and the cheapest Arkansas at $6,200, both for 150 linear ft at the midpoint. Wisconsin sits at $6,700. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | 120 miles away | $4,900 – $10,100 | $7,500 | +12% |
| Iowa | 230 miles away | $4,300 – $8,700 | $6,500 | −3% |
| Michigan | 230 miles away | $4,400 – $8,950 | $6,700 | level |
| Minnesota | 260 miles away | $4,700 – $9,600 | $7,150 | +7% |
| Indiana | 260 miles away | $4,400 – $8,950 | $6,700 | level |
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Vinyl fence in Wisconsin: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a vinyl fence in Wisconsin?
$4,400 to $9,000 for 150 linear ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside Wisconsin can sit above or below that.
+Which city in Wisconsin is cheapest for vinyl fence?
Wausau at about $6,450 (midpoint, 150 linear ft). The priciest is Kenosha at $7,200.
+Is vinyl fence cheaper in Wisconsin than the US average?
It is 2% cheaper: $6,700 against $6,850 for 150 linear ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in Wisconsin?
About 25% ($1,650). Materials are 74%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 1.10x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in Wisconsin?
The BLS statewide median is $29.65 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.92 to $38.13.
+Where does Wisconsin rank for vinyl fence costs?
23rd most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $6,700 for 150 linear ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium vinyl fence work cost in Wisconsin?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $4,400 to $6,250 and premium work $7,150 to $9,000. Basic means: 4-ft picket or ranch rail. Premium means: tall or colored privacy, many corners and gates.
+Does the season matter for vinyl fence in Wisconsin?
Yes where winters or summers are hard. Of the Wisconsin metros we cover, Kenosha has the most comfortable months (9 of 12) based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals. Our prices do not change by month, so ask contractors whether they charge more or less in busy and slow seasons.
+What does "add one gate" add in Wisconsin?
$150 to $800, from a national range scaled by the statewide wage and goods indexes.
Vinyl fence by city in Wisconsin
- Kenosha, WI$7,200 midpoint
- Oshkosh, WI$6,850 midpoint
- Janesville, WI$6,850 midpoint
- Appleton, WI$6,750 midpoint
- Milwaukee, WI$6,700 midpoint
- Madison, WI$6,700 midpoint
- Sheboygan, WI$6,700 midpoint
- La Crosse, WI$6,700 midpoint
- Eau Claire, WI$6,650 midpoint
- Racine, WI$6,650 midpoint
- Green Bay, WI$6,650 midpoint
- Wausau, WI$6,450 midpoint
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.