Wood fence cost in Chambersburg, PA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $2,850 – $7,300
- Per linear ft
- $19 – $48
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −5%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #158
- 1 = most expensive
A wood fence in Chambersburg, PA usually costs $2,850 to $7,300 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $19 to $48 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $250 less. Carpenters earn a median of $23.43 an hour in the Chambersburg area, 20% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Chambersburg, PA, standard level
$4,200 to $6,000
About $27.50 to $39 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 39% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,400 | $3,600 |
| Labor | $1,700 | $2,250 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $4,200 | $6,000 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Chambersburg, PA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,500 | $3,000 | $4,550 | 59% |
| Labor | $1,300 | $2,000 | $2,650 | 39% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 2% |
| Total | $2,850 | $5,100 | $7,300 | 100% |
What is behind the Chambersburg number
Labor is 39% 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 Chambersburg the blended ratio comes out at 0.88.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Chambersburg is at 100.7 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $3,000 nationally becomes $3,000 here (midpoint, 150 linear ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 94.6: $40 to $140.
What local crews earn in Chambersburg
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 Chambersburg the blend is 0.88.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $23.43 an hour, 20% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $22.57 and $28.77 an hour. About 300 work in the metro. That is 49.8 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 $22.53 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $19.13 and $24.90 an hour. BLS counts 440 of them working in the area, 73.0 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 $250 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $40. That is a swing of roughly 0.8% to 4.9% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Chambersburg has 60,280 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 287th 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% | $22.57 | $23.43 | $28.77 | $29.12 | 0.80 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $19.13 | $22.53 | $24.90 | $22.66 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.88 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Chambersburg
Jobs that often go together with wood fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Chambersburg wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−2%) and wood deck lowest (−7%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,500 – $8,950 | −2% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,500 – $5,800 | −5% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,700 – $11,100 | −2% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,050 – $14,200 | −7% |
Chambersburg against nearby metros and the rest of Pennsylvania
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. York is the priciest of the group at $5,400. Winchester is the cheapest at $4,900.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chambersburg, PAthis page | $2,850 – $7,300 | $5,100 | |
| Hagerstown, MD30 miles | $2,850 – $7,250 | $5,050 | −1% |
| Harrisburg, PA45 miles | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +5% |
| Altoona, PA50 miles | $3,000 – $7,550 | $5,250 | +3% |
| York, PA55 miles | $3,100 – $7,750 | $5,400 | +6% |
| Winchester, VA60 miles | $2,750 – $7,050 | $4,900 | −3% |
| Pennsylvania (statewide) | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +5% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +5% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Chambersburg ranks #158 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Chambersburg is 5% below the Pennsylvania figure.
Elsewhere in Pennsylvania
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 2,897,830 jobs | $3,100 – $7,750 | $5,450 | +7% |
| Pittsburgh, PA | 1,114,490 jobs | $3,100 – $7,800 | $5,450 | +7% |
| Allentown, PA | 377,180 jobs | $3,050 – $7,700 | $5,400 | +6% |
| Harrisburg, PA | 335,010 jobs | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +5% |
| Scranton, PA | 255,620 jobs | $3,050 – $7,700 | $5,350 | +6% |
| Lancaster, PA | 252,230 jobs | $3,000 – $7,550 | $5,300 | +4% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Chambersburg against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jonesboro, AR | 60,620 jobs | $2,550 – $6,600 | $4,600 | −10% |
| Alexandria, LA | 60,000 jobs | $2,600 – $6,650 | $4,650 | −9% |
| Sheboygan, WI | 60,630 jobs | $3,100 – $7,650 | $5,400 | +6% |
| Niles, MI | 59,970 jobs | $2,850 – $7,150 | $5,000 | −2% |
Cost by quality level and size in Chambersburg
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Chambersburg. 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
$2,850 to $4,650
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$4,200 to $6,000
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$5,550 to $7,300
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,950 – $3,100 | $2,800 – $4,000 | $3,700 – $4,900 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $2,850 – $4,650 | $4,200 – $6,000 | $5,550 – $7,300 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $3,800 – $6,150 | $5,600 – $7,950 | $7,350 – $9,700 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $5,700 – $9,200 | $8,350 – $11,900 | $11,000 – $14,500 |
Chambersburg 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, Chambersburg 1 Ese (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For exterior installation, the comfortable months in Chambersburg 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.
Chambersburg gets about 44 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 31 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and September (4.1 inches in September). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 3.5 and 3.1 inches. The station averages about 19 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 | 37 | 23 | 3.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 41 | 25 | 2.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 50 | 32 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Apr | 63 | 42 | 4.0 | Workable |
| May | 73 | 52 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 61 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 65 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 63 | 3.8 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 56 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 64 | 45 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 52 | 35 | 3.1 | Workable |
| Dec | 41 | 27 | 3.5 | Cold |
Specs and site conditions that change a Chambersburg bid
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.
Composite
A composite wood-look privacy fence is $55-$85 per linear foot installed (HomeGuide).
Optional extras in Chambersburg
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.94 for Chambersburg, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.88) and goods price index (1.01). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $140 – $750 |
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Wood fence in Chambersburg: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Chambersburg?
For 150 linear ft, expect $2,850 to $7,300 in the Chambersburg area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,200 to $6,000. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Chambersburg?
About $19 to $48 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 Chambersburg or Hagerstown?
Hagerstown is 30 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $5,050, which is 1% less than Chambersburg ($5,100). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Chambersburg?
About 39% at the midpoint, or $2,000 out of $5,100. Materials are 59% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Chambersburg?
$3,800 to $9,700. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Chambersburg?
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 Chambersburg area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Chambersburg expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Pennsylvania?
Chambersburg is 5% below the Pennsylvania statewide estimate ($5,350 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Pennsylvania; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Chambersburg?
The BLS median is $23.43 an hour in the Chambersburg area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $22.57 to $28.77.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Chambersburg?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $2,850 to $4,650 and premium work $5,550 to $7,300. 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 Chambersburg?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are March through November. October 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 Chambersburg?
$140 to $750, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Chambersburg
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