Vinyl Fence Cost in Virginia Beach, VA (2026)

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Vinyl Fence Cost in Virginia Beach, VA (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Virginia Beach · per linear ft
$26.66 – $57.14

Vinyl Fence costs $26.66 to $57.14 per linear ft in Virginia Beach in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $4,000 – $8,571 installed, typically near $6,285. That is essentially in line with the Virginia average.

Typical linear ft
$41.90
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$27.87
Frost depth
18 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 Virginia Beach compares with the rest of Virginia

Construction wages in Virginia Beach average $27.87 per hour against $28.67 statewide, so pricing tracks the Virginia norm closely.

Labor is about 42% 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.

Vinyl Fence cost by project size in Virginia Beach

Project sizeVirginia Beach rangeTypical
50 ft$1,333 – $2,857$2,095
100 ft$2,666 – $5,714$4,190
150 ft$4,000 – $8,571$6,285
200 ft$5,333 – $11,428$8,380
250 ft$6,666 – $14,285$10,475
300 ft$7,999 – $17,142$12,571
400 ft$10,666 – $22,856$16,761
500 ft$13,332 – $28,569$20,951

Where the money goes

For a 150-foot run in Virginia Beach at roughly $6,285, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor42%$2,640
Materials44%$2,766
Site prep & equipment8%$503
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$377

Virginia Beach compared with other Virginia markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs Virginia Beach
Richmond$26.59 – $56.980%
Roanoke$25.69 – $55.05−4%
Charlottesville$26.81 – $57.46+1%
Lynchburg$25.68 – $55.02−4%
Virginia average$26.97 – $57.78+1%

Ground conditions and code in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach sits in IECC zone 4 (mixed) with a design frost depth of about 18 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Virginia Beach

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

Hiring in Virginia Beach

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 Virginia.

Frequently asked questions

How much does vinyl fence cost in Virginia Beach?

In 2026, vinyl fence costs $26.66 to $57.14 per linear ft in Virginia Beach. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $4,000 and $8,571.

Is Virginia Beach more expensive than the rest of Virginia?

Not meaningfully. Virginia Beach prices track the Virginia average closely.

Do I need a permit in Virginia Beach?

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

How do I compare quotes in Virginia Beach?

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 Virginia Beach construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $27.87/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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