Privacy Fence Cost in Jackson, MS (2026)

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Privacy Fence Cost in Jackson, MS (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Jackson · per linear ft
$22.43 – $53.83

Privacy Fence costs $22.43 to $53.83 per linear ft in Jackson in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $3,364 – $8,074 installed, typically near $5,719. That is essentially in line with the Mississippi average.

Typical linear ft
$38.13
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$24.94
Frost depth
6 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 Jackson compares with the rest of Mississippi

Construction wages in Jackson average $24.94 per hour against $24.62 statewide, so pricing tracks the Mississippi 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 Jackson

Project sizeJackson rangeTypical
50 ft$1,121 – $2,691$1,906
100 ft$2,243 – $5,383$3,813
150 ft$3,364 – $8,074$5,719
200 ft$4,485 – $10,765$7,625
250 ft$5,607 – $13,456$9,532
300 ft$6,728 – $16,148$11,438
400 ft$8,971 – $21,530$15,251
500 ft$11,214 – $26,913$19,063

Where the money goes

For a 150-foot run in Jackson at roughly $5,719, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,859
Materials36%$2,059
Site prep & equipment8%$458
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$343

Jackson compared with other Mississippi markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs Jackson
Gulfport$23.09 – $55.43+3%
Upper East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area$22.01 – $52.81−2%
Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area$21.82 – $52.37−3%
Lower West Mississippi nonmetropolitan area$21.94 – $52.65−2%
Mississippi average$22.30 – $53.52−1%

Ground conditions and code in Jackson

Jackson sits in IECC zone 3 (warm) with a design frost depth of about 6 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Jackson

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $250 in Mississippi. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Jackson building department before work begins.

Hiring in Jackson

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 Mississippi.

Frequently asked questions

How much does privacy fence cost in Jackson?

In 2026, privacy fence costs $22.43 to $53.83 per linear ft in Jackson. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $3,364 and $8,074.

Is Jackson more expensive than the rest of Mississippi?

Not meaningfully. Jackson prices track the Mississippi average closely.

Do I need a permit in Jackson?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $250 in Mississippi and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Jackson?

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 Jackson construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $24.94/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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