Wood fence cost in Napa, CA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $3,600 – $8,800
- Per linear ft
- $23.50 – $57.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +16%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #8
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for a wood fence in the Napa area: $3,600 to $8,800 for 150 linear ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 16% higher than the US figure. Carpenters earn a median of $38.75 an hour in the Napa area, 33% above the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Napa, CA, standard level
$5,150 to $7,250
About $34 to $47.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 47% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,500 | $3,800 |
| Labor | $2,550 | $3,350 |
| Permits and fees | $80 | $130 |
| Total | $5,150 | $7,250 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Napa, CA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $3,150 | $4,750 | 51% |
| Labor | $1,950 | $2,950 | $3,900 | 47% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $110 | $170 | 2% |
| Total | $3,600 | $6,200 | $8,800 | 100% |
What is behind the Napa number
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $38.75 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Napa is 1.31 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 47% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Napa is at 105.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,000 nationally becomes $3,150 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 112.6: $45 to $170.
Pick a size, pick a tier: wood fence pricing in Napa
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Napa. 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
$3,600 to $5,700
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$5,150 to $7,250
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$6,700 to $8,800
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $2,400 – $3,800 | $3,450 – $4,900 | $4,500 – $5,950 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,600 – $5,700 | $5,150 – $7,250 | $6,700 – $8,800 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $4,750 – $7,550 | $6,850 – $9,600 | $8,950 – $11,700 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $7,100 – $11,300 | $10,200 – $14,400 | $13,300 – $17,500 |
Who does the work: Napa trade wages
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 Napa the blend is 1.31.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $38.75 an hour, 33% above the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $30.44 and $46.96 an hour. About 650 work in the metro. That is 83.5 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 43.1 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 40%) the local median is $28.75 an hour, which is 27% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $23.80 and $36.35 an hour. BLS counts 540 of them working in the area, 69.4 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 $380 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $390. That is a swing of roughly 6.2% to 6.1% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Napa has 77,860 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 242nd 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% | $30.44 | $38.75 | $46.96 | $29.12 | 1.33 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $23.80 | $28.75 | $36.35 | $22.66 | 1.27 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.31 | |||||
Napa against nearby metros and the rest of California
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Napa. Stockton is the lowest at about $5,900 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 70 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Napa, CAthis page | $3,600 – $8,800 | $6,200 | |
| Vallejo, CA25 miles | $3,550 – $8,750 | $6,150 | −1% |
| Santa Rosa, CA30 miles | $3,600 – $8,800 | $6,200 | level |
| San Francisco, CA50 miles | $3,900 – $9,550 | $6,750 | +9% |
| Stockton, CA70 miles | $3,400 – $8,400 | $5,900 | −5% |
| Sacramento, CA75 miles | $3,500 – $8,650 | $6,050 | −2% |
| California (statewide) | $3,550 – $8,750 | $6,150 | −1% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | −14% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Napa ranks #8 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Napa is 1% above the California figure.
Elsewhere in California
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Los Angeles, CA | 6,271,560 jobs | $3,500 – $8,700 | $6,100 | −1% |
| San Francisco, CA | 2,373,920 jobs | $3,900 – $9,550 | $6,750 | +9% |
| Riverside, CA | 1,716,760 jobs | $3,350 – $8,350 | $5,850 | −5% |
| San Diego, CA | 1,538,060 jobs | $3,500 – $8,650 | $6,050 | −2% |
| San Jose, CA | 1,134,970 jobs | $3,700 – $9,000 | $6,350 | +2% |
| Sacramento, CA | 1,080,590 jobs | $3,500 – $8,650 | $6,050 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Napa against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chico, CA | 78,220 jobs | $3,400 – $8,450 | $5,900 | −5% |
| Racine, WI | 76,280 jobs | $3,050 – $7,550 | $5,300 | −15% |
| Merced, CA | 79,510 jobs | $3,400 – $8,500 | $5,950 | −4% |
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $2,700 – $6,850 | $4,750 | −23% |
The best months for wood fence in Napa
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Napa State Hospital (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
Weather is not a serious constraint for exterior installation in Napa: no month in the averages is cold enough (an average daytime high under 45°F) or hot enough (an average daytime high of 90°F or more) to rule it out, so the workable window is all year.
Napa gets about 27 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, February and December (5.5 inches in December). The station averages about 33 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 | 59 | 40 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Feb | 63 | 42 | 5.1 | Workable |
| Mar | 68 | 44 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 72 | 46 | 1.7 | Workable |
| May | 77 | 50 | 1.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 54 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 56 | 0.0 | Workable |
| Aug | 84 | 56 | 0.1 | Workable |
| Sep | 84 | 53 | 0.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 78 | 49 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 66 | 44 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 40 | 5.5 | Workable |
Optional extras in Napa
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.18 for Napa, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.31) and goods price index (1.05). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $180 – $940 |
Planning more than one job in Napa?
Jobs that often go together with wood fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Napa wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, chain-link fence comes out highest (+20%) and vinyl fence lowest (+11%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,950 – $10,200 | +11% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,750 – $7,450 | +20% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $4,350 – $12,900 | +13% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $8,800 – $17,700 | +17% |
Why two Napa quotes can differ
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.
Height and permits
Fences over about 6 ft often need a permit and a setback check. Permits run $40-$150.
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Wood fence in Napa: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Napa?
For 150 linear ft, expect $3,600 to $8,800 in the Napa area. A standard-spec job lands at $5,150 to $7,250. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Napa?
About $23.50 to $57.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $170 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $20 to $50.
+Is wood fence cheaper in Napa or Vallejo?
Vallejo is 25 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $6,150, which is 1% less than Napa ($6,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Napa?
About 47% at the midpoint, or $2,950 out of $6,200. Materials are 51% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Napa?
$4,750 to $11,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Napa?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $170 for fees in the Napa area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Napa expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of California?
Napa is 1% above the California statewide estimate ($6,150 at the midpoint). We cover 23 metros in California; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Napa?
The BLS median is $38.75 an hour in the Napa area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $30.44 to $46.96.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Napa?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,600 to $5,700 and premium work $6,700 to $8,800. Basic means: pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft. Premium means: premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence.
+Is there a bad season to install a wood fence in Napa?
Not from a temperature point of view. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals show no month with a freezing-level overnight low or a 90°F-plus average high, so timing is mostly about contractor availability and rain.
+What does "add one gate" add in Napa?
$180 to $940, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Napa
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