Wood fence cost in Roanoke, VA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $2,650 – $6,850
- Per linear ft
- $17.50 – $45
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #256
- 1 = most expensive
A wood fence in Roanoke, VA usually costs $2,650 to $6,850 for 150 linear ft. That works out to about $17.50 to $45 per linear ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $580 less. Carpenters earn a median of $22.62 an hour in the Roanoke area, 22% below the US median of $29.12.
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Roanoke, VA, standard level
$3,950 to $5,600
About $26 to $36.50 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 37% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,300 | $3,500 |
| Labor | $1,550 | $2,000 |
| Permits and fees | $70 | $110 |
| Total | $3,950 | $5,600 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Roanoke, VA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,450 | $2,900 | $4,350 | 61% |
| Labor | $1,200 | $1,800 | $2,350 | 37% |
| Permits and fees | $35 | $90 | $140 | 2% |
| Total | $2,650 | $4,750 | $6,850 | 100% |
What is behind the Roanoke 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 Roanoke the blended ratio comes out at 0.79.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Roanoke is at 96.8 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 93.6: $35 to $140.
Roanoke 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, Roanoke Rgnl Ap (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
Weather is not a serious constraint for exterior installation in Roanoke: no month in the averages is cold enough (an average daytime high under 45°F) or hot enough (an average daytime high of 90°F or more) to rule it out, so the workable window is all year.
Roanoke gets about 43 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 15 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and July (4.7 inches in June). The station averages about 30 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 | 47 | 29 | 3.2 | Workable |
| Feb | 51 | 31 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Mar | 59 | 38 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Apr | 70 | 46 | 3.5 | Workable |
| May | 77 | 55 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Jun | 84 | 63 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 88 | 67 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 87 | 66 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Sep | 80 | 59 | 4.1 | Workable |
| Oct | 70 | 48 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Nov | 59 | 38 | 3.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 50 | 32 | 3.1 | Workable |
Extras that change the Roanoke total
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 0.88 for Roanoke, which is the average of the area's wage index (0.79) and goods price index (0.97). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add one gate (flat) | $130 – $700 |
What local crews earn in Roanoke
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 Roanoke the blend is 0.79.
Carpenters (47-2031), 60% of the weighting: a median of $22.62 an hour, 22% below the US median of $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $19.19 and $26.78 an hour. About 830 work in the metro. That is 53.9 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 $18.34 an hour, which is 19% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.27 and $21.31 an hour. BLS counts 1,210 of them working in the area, 78.6 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 $190 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $160. That is a swing of roughly 3.3% to 4.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Roanoke has 153,980 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 153rd 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% | $19.19 | $22.62 | $26.78 | $29.12 | 0.78 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $17.27 | $18.34 | $21.31 | $22.66 | 0.81 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.79 | |||||
Wood fence: what moves the price in Roanoke
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).
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).
Related projects, priced for Roanoke
Jobs that often go together with wood fence are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Roanoke wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, vinyl fence comes out highest (−7%) and chain-link fence lowest (−14%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,250 – $8,450 | −7% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,400 – $5,250 | −14% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,400 – $10,300 | −10% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,700 – $13,400 | −11% |
Roanoke against nearby metros and the rest of Virginia
Of the five closest metros, none is cheaper than Roanoke. Lynchburg comes closest at about $4,800.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roanoke, VAthis page | $2,650 – $6,850 | $4,750 | |
| Blacksburg, VA35 miles | $2,750 – $6,950 | $4,850 | +2% |
| Lynchburg, VA40 miles | $2,700 – $6,900 | $4,800 | +1% |
| Winston, NC85 miles | $2,750 – $7,050 | $4,900 | +3% |
| Charlottesville, VA85 miles | $2,900 – $7,300 | $5,100 | +7% |
| Greensboro, NC90 miles | $2,750 – $7,000 | $4,850 | +2% |
| Virginia (statewide) | $2,950 – $7,450 | $5,200 | +9% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | +12% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Roanoke ranks #256 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Roanoke is 8% below the Virginia figure.
Elsewhere in Virginia
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA | 763,060 jobs | $2,750 – $7,000 | $4,900 | +2% |
| Richmond, VA | 660,350 jobs | $2,800 – $7,100 | $4,950 | +4% |
| Charlottesville, VA | 114,780 jobs | $2,900 – $7,300 | $5,100 | +7% |
| Lynchburg, VA | 97,190 jobs | $2,700 – $6,900 | $4,800 | +1% |
| Blacksburg, VA | 74,070 jobs | $2,750 – $6,950 | $4,850 | +2% |
| Winchester, VA | 67,740 jobs | $2,750 – $7,050 | $4,900 | +3% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Roanoke against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hickory, NC | 154,090 jobs | $2,750 – $7,050 | $4,900 | +3% |
| Gainesville, FL | 152,670 jobs | $2,750 – $6,950 | $4,850 | +2% |
| Brownsville, TX | 157,450 jobs | $2,400 – $6,300 | $4,350 | −9% |
| Killeen, TX | 150,580 jobs | $2,650 – $6,750 | $4,700 | −2% |
Roanoke: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Roanoke. 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 $4,350
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$3,950 to $5,600
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$5,200 to $6,850
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $1,800 – $2,950 | $2,650 – $3,750 | $3,500 – $4,600 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $2,650 – $4,350 | $3,950 – $5,600 | $5,200 – $6,850 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $3,550 – $5,750 | $5,200 – $7,450 | $6,900 – $9,100 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $5,300 – $8,600 | $7,800 – $11,100 | $10,300 – $13,600 |
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Wood fence in Roanoke: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Roanoke?
For 150 linear ft, expect $2,650 to $6,850 in the Roanoke area. A standard-spec job lands at $3,950 to $5,600. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Roanoke?
About $17.50 to $45 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $35 to $140 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $20 to $50.
+Is wood fence cheaper in Roanoke or Blacksburg?
Blacksburg is 35 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $4,850, which is 2% more than Roanoke ($4,750). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Roanoke?
About 37% at the midpoint, or $1,800 out of $4,750. Materials are 61% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Roanoke?
$3,550 to $9,100. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Roanoke?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $35 to $140 for fees in the Roanoke area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Roanoke expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Virginia?
Roanoke is 8% below the Virginia statewide estimate ($5,200 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Virginia; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Roanoke?
The BLS median is $22.62 an hour in the Roanoke area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $19.19 to $26.78.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Roanoke?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $2,650 to $4,350 and premium work $5,200 to $6,850. Basic means: pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft. Premium means: premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence.
+Is there a bad season to install a wood fence in Roanoke?
Not from a temperature point of view. NOAA's 1991-2020 normals show no month with a freezing-level overnight low or a 90°F-plus average high, so timing is mostly about contractor availability and rain.
+What does "add one gate" add in Roanoke?
$130 to $700, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Roanoke
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