Privacy Fence Cost in Cheyenne, WY (2026)

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Privacy Fence Cost in Cheyenne, WY (2026)
Prices updated August 2026
Cheyenne · per linear ft
$25.61 – $61.46

Privacy Fence costs $25.61 to $61.46 per linear ft in Cheyenne in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $3,842 – $9,220 installed, typically near $6,531. That is about 4% above the Wyoming state average.

Typical linear ft
$43.54
Metro premium
+4%
Frost depth
48 in
Typical permit
$300

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Estimated installed cost

Planning estimate only. State pricing applies a construction wage index to the labor share; materials are held at national prices. Get three written quotes before committing.

Why Cheyenne costs more than the rest of Wyoming

Cheyenne carries roughly a 4% premium over the Wyoming statewide figure. Three things drive that gap. Metro wages run above the state average, and labor is about 50% of this bill. Permitting and inspection are slower and more expensive inside city limits. And site access is tighter, which means smaller equipment, more hand work, and sometimes street permits for deliveries.

Statewide, Wyoming averages $24.63 to $59.10 per linear ft, against $25.61 to $61.46 inside Cheyenne. Suburbs on the metro fringe usually fall between the two.

Privacy Fence cost by project size in Cheyenne

Project sizeCheyenne rangeTypical
50 ft$1,281 – $3,073$2,177
100 ft$2,561 – $6,146$4,354
150 ft$3,842 – $9,220$6,531
200 ft$5,122 – $12,293$8,707
250 ft$6,403 – $15,366$10,884
300 ft$7,683 – $18,439$13,061
400 ft$10,244 – $24,586$17,415
500 ft$12,805 – $30,732$21,769

Cheyenne compared with other Wyoming markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs Cheyenne
Casper$25.12 – $60.28-2%
Jackson$30.04 – $72.10+17%
Wyoming average$24.63 – $59.10−4%

Ground conditions and code in Cheyenne

Wyoming has one of the deepest frost lines in the country at roughly 48 inches. Footings and post holes must extend below that depth, and that single requirement is the main reason local quotes run above what national cost tables suggest. On a project with perimeter footings it can add several cubic yards of concrete and a full day of excavation.

Permits in Cheyenne

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $300 in Wyoming, and metro jurisdictions like Cheyenne usually sit at the upper end of that range with longer review times. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so add it separately. Confirm scope with the Cheyenne building department before work begins.

Hiring in Cheyenne

Get three written, itemised quotes from licensed and insured contractors, and make sure each specifies the same dimensions and the same grade of material. In a metro market, the cheapest bid often reflects a thinner specification or a crew travelling in from outside the area rather than a genuine saving. Ask for local references and check that the licence is current in Wyoming.

Frequently asked questions

How much does privacy fence cost in Cheyenne?

In 2026, privacy fence costs $25.61 to $61.46 per linear ft in Cheyenne. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $3,842 and $9,220.

Is Cheyenne more expensive than the rest of Wyoming?

Yes. Cheyenne runs about 4% above the Wyoming statewide average, driven by metro wage levels, permitting, and tighter site access.

Do I need a permit in Cheyenne?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $300 and allow extra time for review, since metro jurisdictions are typically slower than rural ones.

How do I compare quotes in Cheyenne?

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

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Methodology. Metro figures apply a local wage and permitting premium to the Wyoming state rate, which itself applies a BLS-derived construction wage index to the labor share of a national 2026 baseline. Planning estimates, not quotes. See our full methodology.

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