Free tool · 2026 rates
Fence cost calculator
Pick a material, enter your footage and gates, and get an instant installed-price range — built on the researched contractor rates behind our Fence Cost Index.
Estimated installed cost
$3,900 – $8,650
Cedar wood, 150 linear ft · $25–$55 per ft installed
| Cedar wood (6 ft privacy) — 150 ft | $3,750 – $8,250 |
| 1 walk gate | $150 – $400 |
Estimate excludes permits ($25–$150 in most cities) and assumes standard residential installation. Rates are the national ranges from our cost research — your city may sit higher or lower; check the Fence Cost Index below.
Where these numbers come from
Rates are the 2026 national installed ranges from our fence cost per foot guide, which we track city-by-city across 440 markets in the quarterly Fence Cost Index (national benchmark: $37.6 per linear foot, Q3 2026). For a project-ready number, get same-scope quotes from vetted contractors in your city.
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this fence cost calculator?
The calculator uses the national installed-cost ranges from our fence pricing research — the same figures published in our cost per foot guide and tracked across 440 cities in the Fence Cost Index. Your quotes should land inside the range for a standard installation; slopes, rock, drainage problems, or premium materials push toward the top of it.
How much does a 150-foot fence cost?
At 2026 national rates, 150 feet of 6-foot cedar privacy fence runs $3,750–$8,250 installed, chain link $2,250–$5,250, vinyl $4,200–$8,250, and wrought iron $5,250–$11,250. Add $150–$400 per walk gate and $400–$1,200 for a double drive gate.
What does the estimate include and exclude?
The range covers materials and standard installation labor. It excludes permits ($25–$150 in most cities), property surveys ($300–$600), and unusual site work. Optional line items — old fence removal, staining, and a difficult-terrain premium — can be toggled on in the calculator.
How do I get an exact price for my yard?
Get two or three same-scope quotes from local contractors — our directory lists vetted fence companies by city with local cost context. Same-scope means identical footage, height, material grade, and gate count on each quote, so the numbers are comparable.