Wood fence cost in Jonesboro, AR
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $2,550 – $6,600
- Per linear ft
- $17 – $43
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −14%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #290
- 1 = most expensive
A wood fence in Jonesboro, AR usually costs $2,550 to $6,600 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $17 to $43 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $750 less. Carpenters earn a median of $21.13 an hour in the Jonesboro area, 27% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Jonesboro, AR, standard level
$3,800 to $5,400
About $25 to $35.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 37% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,250 | $3,350 |
| Labor | $1,500 | $1,950 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $3,800 | $5,400 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Jonesboro, AR
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,400 | $2,800 | $4,200 | 61% |
| Labor | $1,150 | $1,700 | $2,250 | 37% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $80 | $130 | 2% |
| Total | $2,550 | $4,600 | $6,600 | 100% |
What is behind the Jonesboro number
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $21.13 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Jonesboro is 0.76 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 37% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Jonesboro is at 93.6 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,000 nationally becomes $2,800 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 85.9: $35 to $130.
Jonesboro weather and the wood fence calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Jonesboro Muni 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 Jonesboro are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Jonesboro gets about 49 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and May (5.2 inches in May). Inside the workable window, January and September are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.3 inches. The station averages about 66 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 | 47 | 31 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Feb | 52 | 34 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 61 | 41 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 71 | 50 | 5.2 | Workable |
| May | 81 | 60 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 68 | 3.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 91 | 72 | 3.7 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 70 | 3.4 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 62 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 74 | 51 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Nov | 60 | 40 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 50 | 33 | 4.5 | Workable |
Extras that change the Jonesboro total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.85 for Jonesboro, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.76) 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 |
Why two Jonesboro quotes can differ
Composite
A composite wood-look privacy fence is $55-$85 per linear foot installed (HomeGuide).
Wood species
A 6-ft privacy fence is $25-$50 per linear foot installed; an 8-ft one goes up to $75. Tropical hardwood privacy fences run $35-$55 (HomeGuide).
Style
Split-rail and picket styles are cheaper to build than privacy fence, which uses more boards and takes more labor.
What local crews earn in Jonesboro
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 Jonesboro the blend is 0.76.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $21.13 an hour, 27% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.07 and $24.23 an hour. About 110 work in the metro. That is 18.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 40%) the local median is $18.26 an hour, which is 19% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.23 and $20.53 an hour. BLS counts 390 of them working in the area, 64.3 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 $95. That is a swing of roughly 2.1% to 3.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Jonesboro has 60,620 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 286th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $19.07 | $21.13 | $24.23 | $29.12 | 0.73 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $16.23 | $18.26 | $20.53 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.76 | |||||
Pick a size, pick a tier: wood fence pricing in Jonesboro
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Jonesboro. 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
$2,550 to $4,200
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$3,800 to $5,400
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$5,000 to $6,600
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,750 – $2,800 | $2,550 – $3,650 | $3,350 – $4,450 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $2,550 – $4,200 | $3,800 – $5,400 | $5,000 – $6,600 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $3,400 – $5,550 | $5,050 – $7,150 | $6,650 – $8,750 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $5,100 – $8,300 | $7,500 – $10,700 | $9,900 – $13,100 |
Planning more than one job in Jonesboro?
Jobs that often go together with wood fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Jonesboro wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−10%) and chain-link fence lowest (−16%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,100 – $8,150 | −10% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,350 – $5,100 | −16% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,250 – $9,950 | −13% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,400 – $12,900 | −15% |
Jonesboro against nearby metros and the rest of Arkansas
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Jonesboro. Little Rock comes closest at about $4,650.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro, ARthis page | $2,550 – $6,600 | $4,600 | |
| Memphis, TN65 miles | $2,800 – $7,100 | $4,950 | +8% |
| Jackson, TN100 miles | $2,750 – $7,000 | $4,900 | +6% |
| Little Rock, AR120 miles | $2,650 – $6,700 | $4,650 | +2% |
| Springfield, MO180 miles | $2,850 – $7,150 | $5,000 | +8% |
| Clarksville, TN180 miles | $2,750 – $7,000 | $4,850 | +6% |
| Arkansas (statewide) | $2,650 – $6,700 | $4,650 | +2% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +16% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Jonesboro ranks #290 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Jonesboro is 2% below the Arkansas figure.
Elsewhere in Arkansas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Rock, AR | 358,210 jobs | $2,650 – $6,700 | $4,650 | +2% |
| Fayetteville, AR | 275,180 jobs | $2,650 – $6,800 | $4,750 | +3% |
| Fort Smith, AR | 95,560 jobs | $2,550 – $6,550 | $4,550 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Jonesboro against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $3,100 – $7,650 | $5,400 | +17% |
| Chambersburg, PA | 60,280 jobs | $2,850 – $7,300 | $5,100 | +11% |
| Dothan, AL | 60,720 jobs | $2,500 – $6,550 | $4,550 | −1% |
| Alexandria, LA | 60,000 jobs | $2,600 – $6,650 | $4,650 | +1% |
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Wood fence in Jonesboro: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Jonesboro?
For 150 linear ft, expect $2,550 to $6,600 in the Jonesboro area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,800 to $5,400. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Jonesboro?
About $17 to $43 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $35 to $130 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $20 to $50.
+Is wood fence cheaper in Jonesboro or Memphis?
Memphis is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $4,950, which is 8% more than Jonesboro ($4,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Jonesboro?
About 37% at the midpoint, or $1,700 out of $4,600. Materials are 61% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Jonesboro?
$3,400 to $8,750. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Jonesboro?
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 Jonesboro area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Jonesboro expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Arkansas?
Jonesboro is 2% below the Arkansas statewide estimate ($4,650 at the midpoint). We cover 4 metros in Arkansas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Jonesboro?
The BLS median is $21.13 an hour in the Jonesboro area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.07 to $24.23.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Jonesboro?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $2,550 to $4,200 and premium work $5,000 to $6,600. Basic means: pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft. Premium means: premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence.
+When is the best time to install a wood fence in Jonesboro?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. January 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 Jonesboro?
$130 to $680, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Jonesboro
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 Wood Fence Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: How Much Does a Vinyl Fence Cost? (2026) (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