Wood fence cost in Longview, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $2,600 – $6,700
- Per linear ft
- $17 – $43.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −13%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #286
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install a wood fence in Longview, plan on $2,600 to $6,700 for 150 linear ft, all in. Per linear ft, that is $17 to $43.50 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 13% lower than the national one. Carpenters earn a median of $22.19 an hour in the Longview area, 24% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Longview, TX, standard level
$3,850 to $5,450
About $25 to $35.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 38% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,250 | $3,400 |
| Labor | $1,500 | $2,000 |
| Permits and fees | $65 | $100 |
| Total | $3,850 | $5,450 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Longview, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,400 | $2,800 | $4,200 | 61% |
| Labor | $1,150 | $1,750 | $2,350 | 38% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $85 | $130 | 2% |
| Total | $2,600 | $4,650 | $6,700 | 100% |
Where the Longview price comes from
Labor is 38% 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 Longview the blended ratio comes out at 0.78.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Longview metro is 93.8 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $2,800, compared with $3,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (89.5) and land at $35 to $130.
Longview labor market for wood fence
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 2 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Longview is 0.78 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $22.19 an hour, which is 24% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $21.58 and $27.83 an hour. BLS counts 370 of them working in the area, 31.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 40% of the weighting: a median of $18.19 an hour, 20% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.53 and $22.15 an hour. About 1,610 work in the metro. That is 136.4 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($27.83 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $260. At the 25th percentile ($21.58) it shrinks by about $30. The total moves by 5.6% or 0.6%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 118,060 jobs in the Longview area. That makes it the 186th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.08% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $21.58 | $22.19 | $27.83 | $29.12 | 0.76 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $16.53 | $18.19 | $22.15 | $22.66 | 0.80 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.78 | |||||
Climate in Longview: timing your wood fence job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Longview #2 (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
October through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Longview (8 of 12 months). June, July, August and September have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Longview gets about 51 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are March, April and December (5.3 inches in December). Inside the workable window, January and November are the driest, at 4.2 and 3.4 inches. The station averages about 112 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 58 | 36 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 62 | 40 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Mar | 71 | 47 | 5.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 78 | 54 | 5.0 | Workable |
| May | 85 | 63 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 92 | 71 | 4.0 | Hot |
| Jul | 95 | 74 | 3.3 | Hot |
| Aug | 96 | 74 | 2.9 | Hot |
| Sep | 90 | 67 | 3.9 | Hot |
| Oct | 80 | 56 | 4.5 | Workable |
| Nov | 68 | 45 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Dec | 60 | 38 | 5.3 | Workable |
How Longview compares
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Longview. Texarkana is the lowest at about $4,550 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 75 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Longview, TXthis page | $2,600 – $6,700 | $4,650 | |
| Tyler, TX35 miles | $2,600 – $6,650 | $4,600 | −1% |
| Shreveport, LA55 miles | $2,650 – $6,700 | $4,650 | level |
| Texarkana, TX75 miles | $2,550 – $6,550 | $4,550 | −2% |
| Dallas, TX135 miles | $2,850 – $7,350 | $5,100 | +10% |
| Alexandria, LA145 miles | $2,600 – $6,650 | $4,650 | level |
| Texas (statewide) | $2,750 – $7,050 | $4,900 | +5% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +15% |
Across 300 US metros, Longview comes in at #286 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $7,050; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $4,350 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Longview is 5% below the Texas figure.
Other Texas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $2,850 – $7,350 | $5,100 | +10% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $2,800 – $7,200 | $5,000 | +8% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $2,750 – $7,000 | $4,850 | +5% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $2,650 – $6,800 | $4,750 | +2% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $2,550 – $6,500 | $4,550 | −3% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $2,500 – $6,450 | $4,500 | −4% |
Cities with a workforce like Longview's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Longview against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utica, NY | 118,390 jobs | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +15% |
| Columbus, GA | 116,380 jobs | $2,600 – $6,700 | $4,650 | level |
| Greeley, CO | 119,540 jobs | $2,950 – $7,350 | $5,150 | +11% |
| Topeka, KS | 115,750 jobs | $2,800 – $7,050 | $4,950 | +6% |
Extras that change the Longview total
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Longview by the average of the local wage index (0.78) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.86. Tick any of them in the estimator above to add them to your total. Treat these as planning figures: an add-on touches different trades than the main job, so the scaling is an approximation.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $130 – $690 |
Specs and site conditions that change a Longview 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).
What nearby projects cost in Longview
Because every project leans on different trades, Longview's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, vinyl fence runs −10% and chain-link fence −15%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,150 – $8,200 | −10% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,350 – $5,150 | −15% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,300 – $10,000 | −12% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,500 – $13,100 | −14% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: wood fence pricing in Longview
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Longview wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$2,600 to $4,250
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$3,850 to $5,450
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$5,050 to $6,700
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,750 – $2,850 | $2,600 – $3,700 | $3,400 – $4,500 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $2,600 – $4,250 | $3,850 – $5,450 | $5,050 – $6,700 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $3,450 – $5,650 | $5,100 – $7,250 | $6,700 – $8,850 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $5,200 – $8,400 | $7,600 – $10,800 | $10,000 – $13,200 |
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Wood fence in Longview: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Longview?
For 150 linear ft, expect $2,600 to $6,700 in the Longview area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,850 to $5,450. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Longview?
About $17 to $43.50 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 Longview or Tyler?
Tyler is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $4,600, which is 1% less than Longview ($4,650). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Longview?
About 38% at the midpoint, or $1,750 out of $4,650. Materials are 61% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Longview?
$3,450 to $8,850. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Longview?
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 Longview area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Longview expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Texas?
Longview is 5% below the Texas statewide estimate ($4,900 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Longview?
The BLS median is $22.19 an hour in the Longview area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.58 to $27.83.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Longview?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $2,600 to $4,250 and premium work $5,050 to $6,700. 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 Longview?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are October through May. January 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 Longview?
$130 to $690, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Longview
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