Wood Fence Cost in St. George, UT (2026)

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Wood Fence Cost in St. George, UT (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
St. George · per linear ft
$16.50 – $41.25

Wood Fence costs $16.50 to $41.25 per linear ft in St. George in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $2,475 – $6,188 installed, typically near $4,332. That is about 4% below the Utah average.

Typical linear ft
$28.88
vs state average
−4%
Local construction wage
$26.18
Frost depth
30 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.

Why St. George runs below the Utah average

Construction wages in St. George average $26.18 per hour against $28.47 statewide. St. George sits below the Utah average because the statewide figure is pulled up by higher-wage metros elsewhere in the state.

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.

Wood Fence cost by project size in St. George

Project sizeSt. George rangeTypical
50 ft$825 – $2,063$1,444
100 ft$1,650 – $4,125$2,888
150 ft$2,475 – $6,188$4,332
200 ft$3,300 – $8,251$5,776
250 ft$4,125 – $10,314$7,219
300 ft$4,951 – $12,376$8,663
400 ft$6,601 – $16,502$11,551
500 ft$8,251 – $20,627$14,439

Where the money goes

For a 150-foot run in St. George at roughly $4,332, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,166
Materials36%$1,559
Site prep & equipment8%$347
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$260

St. George compared with other Utah markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs St. George
Salt Lake City$17.48 – $43.70+6%
Provo$16.89 – $42.23+2%
Ogden$17.09 – $42.72+4%
Logan$16.57 – $41.420%
Utah average$17.15 – $42.89+4%

Ground conditions and code in St. George

St. George sits in IECC zone 5 (cold) with a design frost depth of about 30 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in St. George

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

Hiring in St. George

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 Utah.

Frequently asked questions

How much does wood fence cost in St. George?

In 2026, wood fence costs $16.50 to $41.25 per linear ft in St. George. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $2,475 and $6,188.

Is St. George more expensive than the rest of Utah?

No. St. George actually runs about 4% below the Utah average. Local construction wages are $26.18/hr against $28.47/hr statewide.

Do I need a permit in St. George?

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

How do I compare quotes in St. George?

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 St. George construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $26.18/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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