Wood fence cost in Youngstown, OH
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $2,900 – $7,250
- Per linear ft
- $19 – $47.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #160
- 1 = most expensive
A wood fence in Youngstown, OH usually costs $2,900 to $7,250 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $19 to $47.50 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $260 less. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.6).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Youngstown, OH, standard level
$4,200 to $5,950
About $27.50 to $39 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 43% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,250 | $3,350 |
| Labor | $1,900 | $2,500 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $4,200 | $5,950 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Youngstown, OH
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,400 | $2,800 | $4,200 | 55% |
| Labor | $1,450 | $2,200 | $2,950 | 43% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $130 | 2% |
| Total | $2,900 | $5,100 | $7,250 | 100% |
What is behind the Youngstown number
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $27.39 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Youngstown 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. Youngstown 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 87.4: $35 to $130.
Is Youngstown cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Pittsburgh is the priciest of the group at $5,450.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OHthis page | $2,900 – $7,250 | $5,100 | |
| Akron, OH30 miles | $3,100 – $7,650 | $5,400 | +6% |
| Canton, OH40 miles | $2,950 – $7,400 | $5,200 | +2% |
| Cleveland, OH45 miles | $3,050 – $7,600 | $5,350 | +5% |
| Pittsburgh, PA70 miles | $3,100 – $7,800 | $5,450 | +7% |
| Erie, PA75 miles | $3,000 – $7,550 | $5,250 | +3% |
| Ohio (statewide) | $3,050 – $7,600 | $5,300 | +5% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +5% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Youngstown ranks #160 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Youngstown is 4% below the Ohio figure.
Elsewhere in Ohio
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Columbus, OH | 1,105,580 jobs | $3,200 – $7,850 | $5,550 | +9% |
| Cincinnati, OH | 1,101,030 jobs | $3,050 – $7,550 | $5,300 | +4% |
| Cleveland, OH | 1,031,130 jobs | $3,050 – $7,600 | $5,350 | +5% |
| Dayton, OH | 372,660 jobs | $3,000 – $7,450 | $5,200 | +2% |
| Akron, OH | 319,560 jobs | $3,100 – $7,650 | $5,400 | +6% |
| Toledo, OH | 291,530 jobs | $3,000 – $7,450 | $5,250 | +3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Youngstown against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $3,150 – $7,800 | $5,500 | +8% |
| Gulfport, MS | 158,310 jobs | $2,700 – $6,900 | $4,800 | −5% |
| Shreveport, LA | 162,750 jobs | $2,650 – $6,700 | $4,650 | −8% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $3,150 – $7,950 | $5,550 | +9% |
Wood fence: what moves the price in Youngstown
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.
Add-ons priced for Youngstown
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.96 for Youngstown, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.98) and goods price index (0.94). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $140 – $770 |
What local crews earn in Youngstown
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 Youngstown the blend is 0.98.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $27.39 an hour, 6% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.75 and $35.03 an hour. About 460 work in the metro. That is 28.7 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 $23.36 an hour, which is 3% above the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.83 and $31.39 an hour. BLS counts 850 of them working in the area, 53.1 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 $350 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $260. That is a swing of roughly 5.1% to 7.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Youngstown-Warren has 160,160 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 148th 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% | $21.75 | $27.39 | $35.03 | $29.12 | 0.94 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $18.83 | $23.36 | $31.39 | $22.66 | 1.03 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.98 | |||||
What nearby projects cost in Youngstown
Jobs that often go together with wood fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Youngstown wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, chain-link fence comes out highest (−3%) and wood deck lowest (−5%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,300 – $8,650 | −5% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,450 – $6,000 | −3% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,650 – $10,900 | −5% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,150 – $14,300 | −5% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: wood fence pricing in Youngstown
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Youngstown. 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
$2,900 to $4,650
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$4,200 to $5,950
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$5,550 to $7,250
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,950 – $3,150 | $2,850 – $4,000 | $3,700 – $4,900 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $2,900 – $4,650 | $4,200 – $5,950 | $5,550 – $7,250 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $3,850 – $6,200 | $5,600 – $7,900 | $7,350 – $9,650 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $5,750 – $9,250 | $8,350 – $11,800 | $11,000 – $14,400 |
Youngstown 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, Youngstown Rgnl 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 Youngstown are March through November: 9 of 12. Outside them, January, February and December have an average daytime high under 45°F.
In January, February and 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.
Youngstown gets about 41 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 68 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, July and September (4.3 inches in July). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 3.2 and 3.0 inches. The station averages about 8 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 | 34 | 19 | 3.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 37 | 21 | 2.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 47 | 28 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 60 | 38 | 3.8 | Workable |
| May | 71 | 48 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 56 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 83 | 60 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 81 | 59 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Sep | 74 | 52 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Oct | 62 | 42 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 50 | 33 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 39 | 26 | 3.2 | Cold |
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Wood fence in Youngstown: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Youngstown?
For 150 linear ft, expect $2,900 to $7,250 in the Youngstown area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,200 to $5,950. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Youngstown?
About $19 to $47.50 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 Youngstown or Akron?
Akron is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $5,400, which is 6% more than Youngstown ($5,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Youngstown?
About 43% at the midpoint, or $2,200 out of $5,100. Materials are 55% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Youngstown?
$3,850 to $9,650. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Youngstown?
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 Youngstown area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Youngstown expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Ohio?
Youngstown is 4% below the Ohio statewide estimate ($5,300 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Ohio; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Youngstown?
The BLS median is $27.39 an hour in the Youngstown area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.75 to $35.03.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Youngstown?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $2,900 to $4,650 and premium work $5,550 to $7,250. 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 Youngstown?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. March 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 Youngstown?
$140 to $770, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Youngstown
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