Wood Fence Cost in Green Bay, WI (2026)

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Wood Fence Cost in Green Bay, WI (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Green Bay · per linear ft
$18.51 – $46.27

Wood Fence costs $18.51 to $46.27 per linear ft in Green Bay in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $2,776 – $6,940 installed, typically near $4,858. That is essentially in line with the Wisconsin average.

Typical linear ft
$32.39
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$33.20
Frost depth
48 in

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Estimated installed cost

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

How Green Bay compares with the rest of Wisconsin

Construction wages in Green Bay average $33.20 per hour against $33.56 statewide, so pricing tracks the Wisconsin 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.

Wood Fence cost by project size in Green Bay

Project sizeGreen Bay rangeTypical
50 ft$925 – $2,313$1,619
100 ft$1,851 – $4,627$3,239
150 ft$2,776 – $6,940$4,858
200 ft$3,701 – $9,253$6,477
250 ft$4,627 – $11,566$8,096
300 ft$5,552 – $13,880$9,716
400 ft$7,403 – $18,506$12,954
500 ft$9,253 – $23,133$16,193

Where the money goes

For a 150-foot run in Green Bay at roughly $4,858, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,429
Materials36%$1,749
Site prep & equipment8%$389
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$291

Green Bay compared with other Wisconsin markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs Green Bay
Milwaukee$19.05 – $47.64+3%
Madison$19.05 – $47.64+3%
Appleton$19.05 – $47.64+3%
Oshkosh$19.06 – $47.66+3%
Wisconsin average$18.61 – $46.53+1%

Ground conditions and code in Green Bay

Green Bay 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 Green Bay

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $450 in Wisconsin. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Green Bay building department before work begins.

Hiring in Green Bay

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 Wisconsin.

Frequently asked questions

How much does wood fence cost in Green Bay?

In 2026, wood fence costs $18.51 to $46.27 per linear ft in Green Bay. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $2,776 and $6,940.

Is Green Bay more expensive than the rest of Wisconsin?

Not meaningfully. Green Bay prices track the Wisconsin average closely.

Do I need a permit in Green Bay?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $450 in Wisconsin and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Green Bay?

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.

Nearby markets

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Methodology. Local pricing applies the Green Bay construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $33.20/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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