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Fence Installation in Jackson, MS

Compare 4 local fence installation pros. Typical service: $12–$37.

Top Fence Installation Companies in Jackson

  1. 1.C&W Fence and Decks

    5.0★ (110 reviews)

    5.0★ from 110 reviews

  2. 2.JM FENCE COMPANY

    4.9★ (101 reviews)

    4.9★ from 101 reviews

  3. 3.Superior Fence & Rail of Jackson

    4.8★ (72 reviews)

    4.8★ from 72 reviews

  4. 4.Gill Fence LLC

    3.5★ (11 reviews)

    3.5★ from 11 reviews

Fence Installation Cost in Jackson

Local ranges, adjusted for area wage and cost-of-living data.

ServiceTypical range in Jackson
Wood fence$12–$37/linear ft
Vinyl fence$24–$49/linear ft
Chain-link fence$8–$20/linear ft
Fence repair$122–$488/job

Fence Installation prices in Jackson run about 19% below the national average, based on what this trade earns in the metro area — so neighbouring cities in the same metro see similar rates.

Quotes on this page come from 4 companies serving Jackson, rated 4.5★ on average across 294 customer reviews.

Jackson Climate & Seasonal Timing

What Jackson's weather means for scheduling fence installation.

Last spring frost
March 9
First fall frost
November 18
Annual precipitation
54.32"
Heating degree days
2,219
Cooling degree days
2,336
MonthLowHighPrecip
Jan36.8°56.4°5.01"
Feb40.2°61°4.39"
Mar46.8°68.4°5.1"
Apr53.8°75.9°5.11"
May62.8°82.9°4.85"
Jun69.4°89.2°4.13"
Jul72.3°91.5°4.55"
Aug71.9°91.5°4.01"
Sep66.1°86.6°3.22"
Oct55.1°77.2°3.99"
Nov45.1°67.5°4.77"
Dec39°58.4°5.19"

NOAA station data 1.58 miles from Jackson.

Permits & Regulations in MS

  • A fence job is residential improvement work, which needs a State Board of Contractors remodeling license only above $10,000
  • Fence height, setback and permit rules are set by the city or county, and by an HOA where there is one
  • Every state's one-call law requires calling 811 before digging, which includes fence post holes and deck footings

License required: MSBOC residential remodeling license over $10,000; local fence permits

Sources: www.msboc.us, call811.com

Fence Installation FAQs for Jackson

How much does fence installation cost in Jackson?

A wood fence in Jackson typically runs $12-$37 per linear foot installed.

How many fence companies serve Jackson?

We track 4 fence companies serving Jackson.

Do I need a permit to build a fence in Jackson, MS?

In MS, A fence job is residential improvement work, which needs a State Board of Contractors remodeling license only above $10,000. Height limits and setbacks are set by Jackson and any HOA, so check both before ordering materials.

Is fence installation in Jackson more expensive than average?

Fence installation labor in Jackson runs about -18.6% versus the national average.

How deep do fence posts need to be in Jackson?

Posts should go below the frost line so frost heave does not lift them; with winter lows near 37F in Jackson, that sets how deep a contractor digs.

When is the best time to install a fence in Jackson?

Once the ground thaws after the last frost around March 9 in Jackson, before the busy summer season.

How do I estimate the cost of a fence in Jackson?

Multiply the fence length by $12-$37 per linear foot for wood in Jackson, then add gates and removal of any old fence.

How does Jackson weather affect a wood fence?

Jackson gets about 54.32 inches of precipitation a year; wood fences need sealing every few years to resist rot, where vinyl and chain link do not.