Wood Fence Cost in Tulsa, OK (2026)

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Wood Fence Cost in Tulsa, OK (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Tulsa · per linear ft
$16.77 – $41.92

Wood Fence costs $16.77 to $41.92 per linear ft in Tulsa in 2026. For a 150-foot run, expect $2,515 – $6,288 installed, typically near $4,402. That is essentially in line with the Oklahoma average.

Typical linear ft
$29.35
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$27.14
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 Tulsa compares with the rest of Oklahoma

Construction wages in Tulsa average $27.14 per hour against $26.50 statewide, so pricing tracks the Oklahoma 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.

Wood Fence cost by project size in Tulsa

Project sizeTulsa rangeTypical
50 ft$838 – $2,096$1,467
100 ft$1,677 – $4,192$2,935
150 ft$2,515 – $6,288$4,402
200 ft$3,354 – $8,385$5,869
250 ft$4,192 – $10,481$7,336
300 ft$5,031 – $12,577$8,804
400 ft$6,708 – $16,769$11,738
500 ft$8,385 – $20,961$14,673

Where the money goes

For a 150-foot run in Tulsa at roughly $4,402, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor50%$2,201
Materials36%$1,585
Site prep & equipment8%$352
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$264

Tulsa compared with other Oklahoma markets

AreaCost per linear ftvs Tulsa
Oklahoma City$16.81 – $42.020%
Lawton$16.12 – $40.29−4%
Enid$16.21 – $40.52−3%
Oklahoma average$16.59 – $41.47−1%

Ground conditions and code in Tulsa

Tulsa 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 Tulsa

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $300 in Oklahoma. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Tulsa building department before work begins.

Hiring in Tulsa

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 Oklahoma.

Frequently asked questions

How much does wood fence cost in Tulsa?

In 2026, wood fence costs $16.77 to $41.92 per linear ft in Tulsa. For a 150-foot run, the installed total typically lands between $2,515 and $6,288.

Is Tulsa more expensive than the rest of Oklahoma?

Not meaningfully. Tulsa prices track the Oklahoma average closely.

Do I need a permit in Tulsa?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $300 in Oklahoma and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Tulsa?

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 Tulsa construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $27.14/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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