Wood fence cost in Fort Collins, CO
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $2,950 – $7,400
- Per linear ft
- $19.50 – $48.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −3%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #137
- 1 = most expensive
A wood fence in Fort Collins, CO usually costs $2,950 to $7,400 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $19.50 to $48.50 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 4% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 96.1).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Fort Collins, CO, standard level
$4,300 to $6,100
About $28 to $39.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 43% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,300 | $3,450 |
| Labor | $1,900 | $2,500 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $4,300 | $6,100 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Fort Collins, CO
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,450 | $2,900 | $4,300 | 56% |
| Labor | $1,450 | $2,200 | $2,950 | 43% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $95 | $150 | 2% |
| Total | $2,950 | $5,200 | $7,400 | 100% |
Where the Fort Collins price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.04 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Fort Collins is 0.98 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 43% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Fort Collins is at 96.1 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,000 nationally becomes $2,900 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 101.1: $40 to $150.
Optional extras in Fort Collins
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.97 for Fort Collins, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.98) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $150 – $780 |
Planning more than one job in Fort Collins?
Jobs that often go together with wood fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Fort Collins wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, chain-link fence comes out highest (−2%) and aluminum fence lowest (−4%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,400 – $8,850 | −3% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $6,050 | −2% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,650 – $11,000 | −4% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,300 – $14,600 | −3% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: wood fence pricing in Fort Collins
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Fort Collins. 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
$2,950 to $4,750
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$4,300 to $6,100
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$5,650 to $7,400
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $2,000 – $3,200 | $2,900 – $4,100 | $3,800 – $5,000 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $2,950 – $4,750 | $4,300 – $6,100 | $5,650 – $7,400 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $3,900 – $6,300 | $5,700 – $8,050 | $7,450 – $9,850 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $5,850 – $9,400 | $8,500 – $12,000 | $11,200 – $14,700 |
Fort Collins 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, Ft Collins (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 Fort Collins are January through November: 11 of 12. Outside them, December has an average daytime high under 45°F.
In 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.
Fort Collins gets about 16 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 51 inches of snow. The wettest months are April, May and June (2.7 inches in May). Inside the workable window, January and February are the driest, at 0.4 and 0.5 inches. The station averages about 29 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 | 45 | 18 | 0.4 | Workable |
| Feb | 47 | 21 | 0.5 | Workable |
| Mar | 56 | 29 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Apr | 63 | 35 | 2.1 | Workable |
| May | 71 | 44 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 82 | 53 | 1.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 87 | 59 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Aug | 85 | 57 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 77 | 48 | 1.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 64 | 36 | 1.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 53 | 26 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 44 | 18 | 0.5 | Cold |
What local crews earn in Fort Collins
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 Fort Collins the blend is 0.98.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $28.04 an hour, 4% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $23.36 and $30.74 an hour. About 510 work in the metro. That is 30.1 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 $22.86 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $20.83 and $27.15 an hour. BLS counts 930 of them working in the area, 54.9 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 $130 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $220. That is a swing of roughly 4.2% to 2.4% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Fort Collins-Loveland has 169,430 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 138th 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% | $23.36 | $28.04 | $30.74 | $29.12 | 0.96 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $20.83 | $22.86 | $27.15 | $22.66 | 1.01 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.98 | |||||
Fort Collins against nearby metros and the rest of Colorado
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Fort Collins. Cheyenne is the lowest at about $5,100 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 60 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fort Collins, COthis page | $2,950 – $7,400 | $5,200 | |
| Boulder, CO40 miles | $3,000 – $7,500 | $5,250 | +1% |
| Greeley, CO60 miles | $2,950 – $7,350 | $5,150 | −1% |
| Cheyenne, WY60 miles | $2,900 – $7,300 | $5,100 | −2% |
| Denver, CO90 miles | $3,150 – $7,850 | $5,500 | +6% |
| Colorado Springs, CO135 miles | $2,900 – $7,350 | $5,150 | −1% |
| Colorado (statewide) | $3,050 – $7,700 | $5,350 | +4% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +3% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Fort Collins ranks #137 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Fort Collins is 4% below the Colorado figure.
Elsewhere in Colorado
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Denver, CO | 1,609,350 jobs | $3,150 – $7,850 | $5,500 | +6% |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 316,060 jobs | $2,900 – $7,350 | $5,150 | −1% |
| Boulder, CO | 192,390 jobs | $3,000 – $7,500 | $5,250 | +1% |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $2,950 – $7,350 | $5,150 | −1% |
| Grand Junction, CO | 67,170 jobs | $2,950 – $7,400 | $5,150 | level |
| Pueblo, CO | 61,780 jobs | $2,900 – $7,300 | $5,100 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Fort Collins against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Port St. Lucie, FL | 170,820 jobs | $2,750 – $7,000 | $4,900 | −6% |
| Atlantic City, NJ | 168,700 jobs | $3,150 – $7,850 | $5,500 | +6% |
| Visalia, CA | 171,140 jobs | $3,200 – $8,000 | $5,600 | +8% |
| Lubbock, TX | 166,780 jobs | $2,550 – $6,600 | $4,600 | −12% |
Why two Fort Collins quotes can differ
Slope and soil
Hills, rock, and tree roots slow post digging.
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).
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Wood fence in Fort Collins: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Fort Collins?
For 150 linear ft, expect $2,950 to $7,400 in the Fort Collins area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,300 to $6,100. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Fort Collins?
About $19.50 to $48.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $150 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $20 to $50.
+Is wood fence cheaper in Fort Collins or Boulder?
Boulder is 40 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $5,250, which is 1% more than Fort Collins ($5,200). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Fort Collins?
About 43% at the midpoint, or $2,200 out of $5,200. Materials are 56% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Fort Collins?
$3,900 to $9,850. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Fort Collins?
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 Fort Collins area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Fort Collins expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Colorado?
Fort Collins is 4% below the Colorado statewide estimate ($5,350 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Colorado; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Fort Collins?
The BLS median is $28.04 an hour in the Fort Collins area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $23.36 to $30.74.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Fort Collins?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $2,950 to $4,750 and premium work $5,650 to $7,400. 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 Fort Collins?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are January through November. January and February 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 Fort Collins?
$150 to $780, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Fort Collins
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