Chain Link Fence Cost in Savannah, GA (2026)

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Chain Link Fence Cost in Savannah, GA (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Savannah · per linear ft
$11.18 – $27.95

Chain Link Fence costs $11.18 to $27.95 per linear ft in Savannah in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $1,677 – $4,193 installed, typically near $2,935. That is essentially in line with the Georgia average.

Typical linear ft
$19.57
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$26.66
Frost depth
8 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 Savannah compares with the rest of Georgia

Construction wages in Savannah average $26.66 per hour against $27.12 statewide, so pricing tracks the Georgia 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 Savannah

Project sizeSavannah rangeTypical
50 ft$559 – $1,398$978
100 ft$1,118 – $2,795$1,957
150 ft$1,677 – $4,193$2,935
200 ft$2,236 – $5,590$3,913
250 ft$2,795 – $6,988$4,892
300 ft$3,354 – $8,386$5,870
400 ft$4,472 – $11,181$7,827
500 ft$5,590 – $13,976$9,783

Where the money goes

For a 150-foot run in Savannah at roughly $2,935, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor45%$1,321
Materials41%$1,203
Site prep & equipment8%$235
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$176

Savannah compared with other Georgia markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs Savannah
Atlanta$11.46 – $28.64+2%
Augusta$11.21 – $28.020%
Columbus$10.64 – $26.60−5%
Gainesville$11.13 – $27.81−1%
Georgia average$11.26 – $28.15+1%

Ground conditions and code in Savannah

Savannah sits in IECC zone 3 (warm) with a design frost depth of about 8 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Savannah

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $400 in Georgia. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Savannah building department before work begins.

Hiring in Savannah

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 Georgia.

Frequently asked questions

How much does chain link fence cost in Savannah?

In 2026, chain link fence costs $11.18 to $27.95 per linear ft in Savannah. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $1,677 and $4,193.

Is Savannah more expensive than the rest of Georgia?

Not meaningfully. Savannah prices track the Georgia average closely.

Do I need a permit in Savannah?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $400 in Georgia and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Savannah?

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 Savannah construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $26.66/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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