Chain Link Fence Cost in Little Rock, AR (2026)

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Chain Link Fence Cost in Little Rock, AR (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Little Rock · per linear ft
$10.59 – $26.46

Chain Link Fence costs $10.59 to $26.46 per linear ft in Little Rock in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $1,588 – $3,970 installed, typically near $2,779. That is essentially in line with the Arkansas average.

Typical linear ft
$18.52
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$23.20
Frost depth
12 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 Little Rock compares with the rest of Arkansas

Construction wages in Little Rock average $23.20 per hour against $23.39 statewide, so pricing tracks the Arkansas norm closely.

Labor is about 45% 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.

Chain Link Fence cost by project size in Little Rock

Project sizeLittle Rock rangeTypical
50 ft$529 – $1,323$926
100 ft$1,059 – $2,646$1,852
150 ft$1,588 – $3,970$2,779
200 ft$2,117 – $5,293$3,705
250 ft$2,646 – $6,616$4,631
300 ft$3,176 – $7,939$5,557
400 ft$4,234 – $10,585$7,410
500 ft$5,293 – $13,232$9,262

Where the money goes

For a 150-foot run in Little Rock at roughly $2,779, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor45%$1,250
Materials41%$1,139
Site prep & equipment8%$222
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$167

Little Rock compared with other Arkansas markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs Little Rock
Fayetteville$10.85 – $27.14+3%
Fort Smith$10.43 – $26.08−1%
Jonesboro$10.51 – $26.28−1%
Hot Springs$10.20 – $25.51−4%
Arkansas average$10.62 – $26.540%

Ground conditions and code in Little Rock

Little Rock sits in IECC zone 4 (mixed) with a design frost depth of about 12 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Little Rock

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

Hiring in Little Rock

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 Arkansas.

Frequently asked questions

How much does chain link fence cost in Little Rock?

In 2026, chain link fence costs $10.59 to $26.46 per linear ft in Little Rock. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $1,588 and $3,970.

Is Little Rock more expensive than the rest of Arkansas?

Not meaningfully. Little Rock prices track the Arkansas average closely.

Do I need a permit in Little Rock?

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

How do I compare quotes in Little Rock?

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 Little Rock construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $23.20/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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