Privacy Fence Cost in Cheyenne, WY (2026)

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Privacy Fence Cost in Cheyenne, WY (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Cheyenne · per linear ft
$24.50 – $58.81

Privacy Fence costs $24.50 to $58.81 per linear ft in Cheyenne in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $3,676 – $8,822 installed, typically near $6,249. That is essentially in line with the Wyoming average.

Typical linear ft
$41.66
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$30.17
Frost depth
48 in

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Estimated installed cost
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Planning estimate. Wage index applies to the labor share only; materials held at national prices. Get three written quotes.

How Cheyenne compares with the rest of Wyoming

Construction wages in Cheyenne average $30.17 per hour against $30.86 statewide, so pricing tracks the Wyoming norm closely.

Labor is about 50% of the installed cost on this type of work, and it is the part that actually moves between markets. Materials are priced by national manufacturers and barely shift, which is why the gap between metros is narrower than wage differences alone suggest.

Privacy Fence cost by project size in Cheyenne

Project sizeCheyenne rangeTypical
50 ft$1,225 – $2,941$2,083
100 ft$2,450 – $5,881$4,166
150 ft$3,676 – $8,822$6,249
200 ft$4,901 – $11,762$8,332
250 ft$6,126 – $14,703$10,415
300 ft$7,351 – $17,644$12,498
400 ft$9,802 – $23,525$16,663
500 ft$12,252 – $29,406$20,829

Where the money goes

For a 150-foot run in Cheyenne at roughly $6,249, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$3,124
Materials36%$2,250
Site prep & equipment8%$500
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$375

Cheyenne compared with other Wyoming markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs Cheyenne
Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area$24.81 – $59.55+1%
Eastern Wyoming nonmetropolitan area$25.06 – $60.14+2%
Casper$24.03 – $57.66−2%
Wyoming average$24.78 – $59.46+1%

Ground conditions and code in Cheyenne

Cheyenne sits in IECC zone 6-7 (cold) with a design frost depth of about 48 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Cheyenne

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $300 in Wyoming. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Cheyenne building department before work begins.

Hiring in Cheyenne

Get three written, itemised quotes from licensed and insured contractors, each specifying the same scope and grade of material. Ask for local references and check the licence is current in Wyoming.

Frequently asked questions

How much does privacy fence cost in Cheyenne?

In 2026, privacy fence costs $24.50 to $58.81 per linear ft in Cheyenne. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $3,676 and $8,822.

Is Cheyenne more expensive than the rest of Wyoming?

Not meaningfully. Cheyenne prices track the Wyoming average closely.

Do I need a permit in Cheyenne?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $300 in Wyoming and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Cheyenne?

Get three written, itemised quotes covering identical scope and materials. A bid far below the others usually signals a reduced specification rather than better value.

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Methodology. Local pricing applies the Cheyenne construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $30.17/hr) to the labor share of a national 2026 cost baseline. Materials are held at national prices. Figures refresh automatically with each BLS release. Planning estimates, not quotes. See our full methodology.

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