Wood fence cost in Midland, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $2,850 – $7,200
- Per linear ft
- $19 – $47
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −6%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #174
- 1 = most expensive
Midland homeowners pay roughly $2,850 to $7,200 to install a wood fence at 150 linear ft, or $19 to $47 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Midland is 6% lower. Building materials run about 6% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 93.8).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Midland, TX, standard level
$4,150 to $5,900
About $27 to $38.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 42% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,250 | $3,400 |
| Labor | $1,850 | $2,400 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $4,150 | $5,900 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Midland, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,400 | $2,800 | $4,200 | 56% |
| Labor | $1,400 | $2,100 | $2,800 | 42% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $90 | $140 | 2% |
| Total | $2,850 | $5,000 | $7,200 | 100% |
What is behind the Midland number
Labor is 42% 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 Midland the blended ratio comes out at 0.94.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Midland 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 (95.8) and land at $40 to $140.
What nearby projects cost in Midland
Because every project leans on different trades, Midland's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, wood deck runs −5% and chain-link fence −8%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,550 | −7% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,650 | −8% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,500 – $10,600 | −7% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,200 – $14,400 | −5% |
Add-ons priced for Midland
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Midland by the average of the local wage index (0.94) and goods index (0.94), a factor of 0.94. 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) | $140 – $750 |
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Midland is 0.94 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $29.24 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.60 and $34.63 an hour. BLS counts 170 of them working in the area, 13.9 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 $18.99 an hour, 16% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.56 and $22.28 an hour. About 1,970 work in the metro. That is 161.2 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 ($34.63 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $250. At the 25th percentile ($24.60) it shrinks by about $220. The total moves by 5.0% or 4.3%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 122,180 jobs in the Midland area. That makes it the 177th 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% | $24.60 | $29.24 | $34.63 | $29.12 | 1.00 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $17.56 | $18.99 | $22.28 | $22.66 | 0.84 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.94 | |||||
When to schedule wood fence in Midland
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Midland Odessa (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through May is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Midland (9 of 12 months). June, July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Midland gets about 14 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 4 inches of snow. The wettest months are June, August and September (1.8 inches in June). Inside the workable window, February and December are the driest, at 0.6 and 0.6 inches. The station averages about 115 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 | 59 | 33 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Feb | 64 | 37 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Mar | 72 | 44 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Apr | 81 | 52 | 0.7 | Workable |
| May | 89 | 62 | 1.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 95 | 70 | 1.8 | Hot |
| Jul | 96 | 73 | 1.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 95 | 72 | 1.7 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 65 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 79 | 54 | 1.2 | Workable |
| Nov | 67 | 42 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Dec | 59 | 34 | 0.6 | Workable |
Midland: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Midland 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
$2,850 to $4,600
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$4,150 to $5,900
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$5,450 to $7,200
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,900 – $3,100 | $2,800 – $3,950 | $3,650 – $4,850 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $2,850 – $4,600 | $4,150 – $5,900 | $5,450 – $7,200 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $3,800 – $6,100 | $5,500 – $7,800 | $7,250 – $9,500 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $5,650 – $9,100 | $8,250 – $11,600 | $10,800 – $14,200 |
Why two Midland quotes can differ
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).
How Midland compares
Same job, same size (150 linear ft), priced for the nearest metros. Midland is the priciest of the group. El Paso is the cheapest at $4,550.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midland, TXthis page | $2,850 – $7,200 | $5,000 | |
| Odessa, TX35 miles | $2,700 – $6,900 | $4,800 | −4% |
| Lubbock, TX95 miles | $2,550 – $6,600 | $4,600 | −9% |
| Abilene, TX135 miles | $2,550 – $6,600 | $4,600 | −9% |
| El Paso, TX210 miles | $2,550 – $6,500 | $4,550 | −10% |
| Amarillo, TX220 miles | $2,650 – $6,750 | $4,700 | −6% |
| Texas (statewide) | $2,750 – $7,050 | $4,900 | −2% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +7% |
Across 300 US metros, Midland comes in at #174 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $7,050; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $4,350 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Midland is 2% above the Texas figure.
Other Texas metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $2,850 – $7,350 | $5,100 | +2% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $2,800 – $7,200 | $5,000 | level |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $2,750 – $7,000 | $4,850 | −3% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $2,650 – $6,800 | $4,750 | −5% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $2,550 – $6,500 | $4,550 | −10% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $2,500 – $6,450 | $4,500 | −11% |
Cities with a workforce like Midland's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Midland against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rochester, MN | 122,980 jobs | $3,150 – $7,850 | $5,500 | +10% |
| San Luis Obispo, CA | 122,020 jobs | $3,550 – $8,700 | $6,150 | +22% |
| Amarillo, TX | 123,930 jobs | $2,650 – $6,750 | $4,700 | −6% |
| Kalamazoo, MI | 121,790 jobs | $3,000 – $7,500 | $5,250 | +5% |
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Wood fence in Midland: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Midland?
For 150 linear ft, expect $2,850 to $7,200 in the Midland area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,150 to $5,900. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Midland?
About $19 to $47 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 Midland or Odessa?
Odessa is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $4,800, which is 4% less than Midland ($5,000). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Midland?
About 42% at the midpoint, or $2,100 out of $5,000. Materials are 56% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Midland?
$3,800 to $9,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Midland?
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 Midland area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Midland expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Texas?
Midland is 2% above 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 Midland?
The BLS median is $29.24 an hour in the Midland area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.60 to $34.63.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Midland?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $2,850 to $4,600 and premium work $5,450 to $7,200. 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 Midland?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through May. February and December 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 Midland?
$140 to $750, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Midland
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