Wood fence cost in Savannah, GA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $2,650 – $6,750
- Per linear ft
- $17.50 – $44
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −12%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #273
- 1 = most expensive
A wood fence in Savannah, GA usually costs $2,650 to $6,750 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $17.50 to $44 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $650 less. Carpenters earn a median of $21.59 an hour in the Savannah area, 26% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Savannah, GA, standard level
$3,850 to $5,550
About $25.50 to $36 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 37% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,300 | $3,450 |
| Labor | $1,500 | $1,950 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $3,850 | $5,550 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Savannah, GA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,450 | $2,900 | $4,350 | 61% |
| Labor | $1,150 | $1,700 | $2,300 | 37% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 2% |
| Total | $2,650 | $4,700 | $6,750 | 100% |
What is behind the Savannah number
Labor is 37% of the midpoint bill here, against 42% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is carpenters (60%), construction laborers (40%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Savannah the blended ratio comes out at 0.76.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Savannah is at 96.3 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 95.2: $40 to $140.
Is Savannah cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Augusta is the priciest of the group at $5,050.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Savannah, GAthis page | $2,650 – $6,750 | $4,700 | |
| Hilton Head, SC30 miles | $2,800 – $7,100 | $4,950 | +5% |
| Charleston, SC95 miles | $2,800 – $7,100 | $4,950 | +5% |
| Augusta, GA100 miles | $2,850 – $7,200 | $5,050 | +7% |
| Jacksonville, FL135 miles | $2,800 – $7,100 | $4,950 | +5% |
| Columbia, SC135 miles | $2,750 – $7,000 | $4,850 | +4% |
| Georgia (statewide) | $2,750 – $7,050 | $4,900 | +4% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +14% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Savannah ranks #273 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Savannah is 4% below the Georgia figure.
Elsewhere in Georgia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta, GA | 2,889,670 jobs | $2,850 – $7,250 | $5,050 | +7% |
| Augusta, GA | 231,930 jobs | $2,850 – $7,200 | $5,050 | +7% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $2,600 – $6,700 | $4,650 | −1% |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $2,650 – $6,850 | $4,750 | +1% |
| Athens, GA | 95,800 jobs | $2,600 – $6,750 | $4,700 | level |
| Macon, GA | 95,030 jobs | $2,600 – $6,700 | $4,650 | −1% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Savannah against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manchester, NH | 199,560 jobs | $3,000 – $7,600 | $5,300 | +13% |
| Modesto, CA | 195,230 jobs | $3,500 – $8,600 | $6,050 | +29% |
| Santa Maria, CA | 200,760 jobs | $3,450 – $8,550 | $6,000 | +28% |
| Corpus Christi, TX | 192,580 jobs | $2,700 – $6,850 | $4,750 | +1% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: wood fence pricing in Savannah
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Savannah. 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
$2,650 to $4,300
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$3,850 to $5,550
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$5,100 to $6,750
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,750 – $2,900 | $2,600 – $3,700 | $3,450 – $4,550 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $2,650 – $4,300 | $3,850 – $5,550 | $5,100 – $6,750 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $3,500 – $5,700 | $5,150 – $7,350 | $6,800 – $9,000 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $5,200 – $8,500 | $7,650 – $10,900 | $10,100 – $13,400 |
What local crews earn in Savannah
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 Savannah the blend is 0.76.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $21.59 an hour, 26% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $18.51 and $26.34 an hour. About 330 work in the metro. That is 16.6 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 $18.12 an hour, which is 20% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $14.71 and $21.63 an hour. BLS counts 1,210 of them working in the area, 61.0 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 $220 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $140. That is a swing of roughly 3.0% to 4.7% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Savannah has 198,360 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 116th 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% | $18.51 | $21.59 | $26.34 | $29.12 | 0.74 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $14.71 | $18.12 | $21.63 | $22.66 | 0.80 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.76 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Savannah bid
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.
Slope and soil
Hills, rock, and tree roots slow post digging.
Savannah 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, Savannah Intl Ap (10 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 Savannah are September through May: 9 of 12. Outside them, June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Savannah gets about 48 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (6.7 inches in June). Inside the workable window, February and November are the driest, at 2.8 and 2.4 inches. The station averages about 81 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 | 61 | 40 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Feb | 65 | 43 | 2.8 | Workable |
| Mar | 71 | 49 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 55 | 3.4 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 63 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 90 | 71 | 6.7 | Hot |
| Jul | 92 | 74 | 5.8 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 73 | 5.5 | Hot |
| Sep | 86 | 69 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 59 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 70 | 48 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 43 | 3.2 | Workable |
Add-ons priced for Savannah
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.86 for Savannah, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.76) and goods price index (0.96). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $130 – $690 |
What nearby projects cost in Savannah
Jobs that often go together with wood fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Savannah wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−8%) and chain-link fence lowest (−15%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,350 | −8% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,350 – $5,150 | −15% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,350 – $10,300 | −10% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,600 – $13,200 | −13% |
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Wood fence in Savannah: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Savannah?
For 150 linear ft, expect $2,650 to $6,750 in the Savannah area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,850 to $5,550. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Savannah?
About $17.50 to $44 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $20 to $50.
+Is wood fence cheaper in Savannah or Hilton Head?
Hilton Head is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $4,950, which is 5% more than Savannah ($4,700). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Savannah?
About 37% at the midpoint, or $1,700 out of $4,700. Materials are 61% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Savannah?
$3,500 to $9,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Savannah?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $140 for fees in the Savannah area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Savannah expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Georgia?
Savannah is 4% below the Georgia statewide estimate ($4,900 at the midpoint). We cover 10 metros in Georgia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Savannah?
The BLS median is $21.59 an hour in the Savannah area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $18.51 to $26.34.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Savannah?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $2,650 to $4,300 and premium work $5,100 to $6,750. 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 Savannah?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February and November 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 Savannah?
$130 to $690, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Savannah
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