Modeled local planning range
Wood privacy fencing in Jefferson County, MT uses a modeled planning range of $33-$50 per linear foot, with a midpoint near $42 before project-specific gates, access, demolition, permits, soil, weather, tax, and contractor scope. Confidence: Fallback.
| Cost component | Per foot | 100-foot example |
|---|---|---|
| Modeled material cost | $26 | $2,562 |
| Modeled labor cost | $16 | $1,638 |
| Installed lower range | $33 | $3,300 |
| Installed midpoint | $42 | $4,200 |
| Installed higher range | $50 | $5,000 |
Local cost factors
Material factor 100% and labor factor 100% using Jefferson County data with MT state context. Fallback scope: baseline.
Climate considerations
Available 1991-2020 normals show 22.76 inches of annual precipitation. Product specifications, drainage, coatings, lumber movement, and post depth still require site review.
What changes an installed quote?
- Total measured length, corners, height transitions, and post spacing.
- Gate size, framing, hardware, automation, and slope at the opening.
- Demolition, disposal, roots, rock, access, drainage, and retaining walls.
- Product grade, finish, permit responsibility, warranty, tax, and contractor availability.