Wood fence cost in Kenosha, WI
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (150 linear ft)
- $3,150 – $8,000
- Per linear ft
- $21 – $52.50
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +4%
- US $5,350
- Rank of 300 metros
- #57
- 1 = most expensive
Kenosha homeowners pay roughly $3,150 to $8,000 to install a wood fence at 150 linear ft, or $21 to $52.50 per linear ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Kenosha is 4% higher. Building materials run about 6% above the US average here (BEA goods price index 106.2).
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Estimated cost for 150 linear ft in Kenosha, WI, standard level
$4,600 to $6,550
About $30.50 to $43 per linear ft before permits. Labor is about 41% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,550 | $3,800 |
| Labor | $2,000 | $2,600 |
| Permits and fees | $75 | $120 |
| Total | $4,600 | $6,550 |
Cost breakdown for 150 linear ft in Kenosha, WI
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,600 | $3,200 | $4,800 | 57% |
| Labor | $1,550 | $2,300 | $3,050 | 41% |
| Permits and fees | $40 | $95 | $150 | 2% |
| Total | $3,150 | $5,600 | $8,000 | 100% |
Where the Kenosha price comes from
The wage side of the estimate leans on carpenters, who do 60% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $28.90 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Kenosha is 1.02 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 41% of the total.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Kenosha metro is 106.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 150 linear ft comes to $3,200, compared with $3,000 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (101.1) and land at $40 to $150.
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 Kenosha is 1.02 times the national level.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 60%) the local median is $28.90 an hour, which is in line with the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $24.15 and $35.62 an hour. BLS counts 310 of them working in the area, 41.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is about average.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 40% of the weighting: a median of $24.06 an hour, 6% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.67 and $29.45 an hour. About 340 work in the metro. That is 45.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the carpenters on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($35.62 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $310. At the 25th percentile ($24.15) it shrinks by about $220. The total moves by 5.6% or 3.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 75,450 jobs in the Kenosha area. That makes it the 245th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.05% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 60% | $24.15 | $28.90 | $35.62 | $29.12 | 0.99 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $21.67 | $24.06 | $29.45 | $22.66 | 1.06 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.02 | |||||
Related projects, priced for Kenosha
Because every project leans on different trades, Kenosha's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, aluminum fence runs +7% and wood deck +4%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl fence | 150 linear ft | $4,800 – $9,650 | +5% |
| Chain-link fence | 150 linear ft | $1,600 – $6,400 | +4% |
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $4,050 – $12,100 | +7% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $7,850 – $15,700 | +4% |
Optional extras in Kenosha
Extras are quoted nationally and then scaled to Kenosha by the average of the local wage index (1.02) and goods index (1.06), a factor of 1.04. 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) | $160 – $830 |
Cost by quality level and size in Kenosha
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Kenosha 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
$3,150 to $5,100
Pine pickets or split rail, 4 ft
Standard
$4,600 to $6,550
6-ft cedar or treated privacy fence
Premium
$6,050 to $8,000
Premium hardwood or 8-ft privacy fence
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| backyard (100 linear ft) | $2,100 – $3,400 | $3,100 – $4,400 | $4,100 – $5,400 |
| 150 ft (150 linear ft) | $3,150 – $5,100 | $4,600 – $6,550 | $6,050 – $8,000 |
| 200 ft (200 linear ft) | $4,200 – $6,750 | $6,100 – $8,700 | $8,050 – $10,600 |
| full lot (300 linear ft) | $6,300 – $10,100 | $9,150 – $13,000 | $12,000 – $15,800 |
When to schedule wood fence in Kenosha
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Kenosha Rgnl Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
March through November is the stretch where exterior installation runs into the fewest weather problems in Kenosha (9 of 12 months). 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.
Kenosha gets about 32 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, June and August (3.7 inches in June). Inside the workable window, March and November are the driest, at 2.0 and 2.0 inches. The station averages about 11 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 | 31 | 16 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Feb | 35 | 19 | 1.1 | Cold |
| Mar | 45 | 28 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Apr | 57 | 37 | 3.6 | Workable |
| May | 69 | 47 | 3.5 | Workable |
| Jun | 79 | 57 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 84 | 62 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Aug | 82 | 61 | 3.6 | Workable |
| Sep | 75 | 53 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 63 | 43 | 2.9 | Workable |
| Nov | 49 | 32 | 2.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 37 | 22 | 1.5 | Cold |
Kenosha against nearby metros and the rest of Wisconsin
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Kenosha. Racine is the lowest at about $5,300 (midpoint, 150 linear ft), 15 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kenosha, WIthis page | $3,150 – $8,000 | $5,600 | |
| Racine, WI15 miles | $3,050 – $7,550 | $5,300 | −5% |
| Milwaukee, WI20 miles | $3,150 – $7,750 | $5,450 | −3% |
| Chicago, IL55 miles | $3,600 – $8,900 | $6,250 | +12% |
| Janesville, WI60 miles | $3,250 – $8,000 | $5,650 | +1% |
| Rockford, IL60 miles | $3,250 – $8,000 | $5,650 | +1% |
| Wisconsin (statewide) | $3,100 – $7,650 | $5,350 | −4% |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,650 | $5,350 | −4% |
Across 300 US metros, Kenosha comes in at #57 from the top. The priciest is Honolulu, HI at $7,050; the cheapest is Brownsville, TX at $4,350 (midpoints, 150 linear ft). Statewide, Kenosha is 4% above the Wisconsin figure.
Other Wisconsin metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee, WI | 820,780 jobs | $3,150 – $7,750 | $5,450 | −3% |
| Madison, WI | 408,070 jobs | $3,100 – $7,700 | $5,400 | −3% |
| Green Bay, WI | 174,550 jobs | $3,050 – $7,550 | $5,300 | −5% |
| Appleton, WI | 124,230 jobs | $3,150 – $7,700 | $5,450 | −3% |
| Oshkosh, WI | 93,750 jobs | $3,350 – $8,150 | $5,750 | +3% |
| Eau Claire, WI | 86,060 jobs | $3,050 – $7,600 | $5,350 | −4% |
Cities with a workforce like Kenosha's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Kenosha against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Warner Robins, GA | 76,050 jobs | $2,700 – $6,850 | $4,750 | −14% |
| Abilene, TX | 75,070 jobs | $2,550 – $6,600 | $4,600 | −18% |
| Racine, WI | 76,280 jobs | $3,050 – $7,550 | $5,300 | −5% |
| Sioux City, IA | 75,010 jobs | $2,800 – $7,100 | $4,950 | −11% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Kenosha bid
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.
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Wood fence in Kenosha: your questions
+How much does it cost to install a wood fence in Kenosha?
For 150 linear ft, expect $3,150 to $8,000 in the Kenosha area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,600 to $6,550. Small jobs usually cost more per linear ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per linear ft for wood fence in Kenosha?
About $21 to $52.50 per linear ft for materials and labor, plus $40 to $150 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $20 to $50.
+Is wood fence cheaper in Kenosha or Racine?
Racine is 15 miles away. The midpoint for 150 linear ft there is $5,300, which is 5% less than Kenosha ($5,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Kenosha?
About 41% at the midpoint, or $2,300 out of $5,600. Materials are 57% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 42%.
+What would 200 ft (200 linear ft) cost in Kenosha?
$4,200 to $10,600. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does wood fence need a permit in Kenosha?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $40 to $150 for fees in the Kenosha area (our national range of $40 to $150 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Kenosha expensive for wood fence compared with the rest of Wisconsin?
Kenosha is 4% above the Wisconsin statewide estimate ($5,350 at the midpoint). We cover 12 metros in Wisconsin; see the state page to compare them.
+What do carpenters earn in Kenosha?
The BLS median is $28.90 an hour in the Kenosha area, compared with $29.12 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $24.15 to $35.62.
+What do basic and premium wood fence work cost in Kenosha?
For 150 linear ft, basic work runs $3,150 to $5,100 and premium work $6,050 to $8,000. 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 Kenosha?
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 Kenosha?
$160 to $830, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Wood fence near Kenosha
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