Fence installation cost
A typical fence installation costs $1,860 to $4,844, averaging $3,276, according to Angi (updated October 13, 2026). Fixr (January 31, 2025) puts most jobs at $3,000 to $7,000 for about 200 linear feet, averaging $4,500. HomeGuide (September 29, 2025) lists full wood or vinyl installs around $4,000 to $12,000, or about $20 to $60 per foot. Material, length, height, gates and old-fence removal drive the total—use the estimator with your own quotes.
Published cost ranges
These are national ranges as each source publishes them. None of them are our own prices.
| Source (date) | Typical project | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angi (updated Oct 13, 2026) | $1,860–$4,844 | Average $3,276; about $6–$50/LF (avg ~$23) |
| Fixr (updated Jan 31, 2025) | $3,000–$7,000 | Average $4,500 for ~200 LF; about $12–$35/LF |
| HomeGuide (Sep 29, 2025) | $4,000–$12,000 | Wood/vinyl full install; about $20–$60/LF |
By material (installed per linear foot)
| Material | Fixr (Jan 2025) | HomeGuide (Sep 2025) | Angi (Oct 2026) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wood | $15–$35 | $20–$50 | $10–$45 |
| Wood picket | $15–$33 | $10–$14 | $5–$30 |
| Privacy (style) | – | $13–$19 | $25–$40 |
| Chain-link | $12.25–$40 | $10–$40 | $8–$40 |
| Vinyl (PVC) | $15–$40 | $30–$60 | $15–$40 |
| Aluminum | $15–$40 | $24–$32 (4 ft band) | $17–$90 |
| Wrought iron | $22–$40 | $24–$44 | $25–$55 |
Installed prices usually include posts set in the ground. HomeGuide notes that custom boards taller than standard 6–8 ft stock can add about 20–30%. The estimator applies that only when you choose 8 ft+.
Estimate your own job
The fence line uses Fixr’s installed $/LF by material × your length. Add gates (HomeGuide), old-fence removal (Angi $/LF), a permit, or optional post-setting labor (Fixr) if your quote separates it. Type over any line with your own figure.
What's in the price
- Materials and labor: Usually priced together per linear foot. Angi says labor is often about half the project.
- Posts and concrete: Included in most installed quotes. Fixr puts stand-alone post labor at about $40–$150 per post.
- Gates: HomeGuide $150–$500 typical; Angi up to $2,000 for larger or automated gates.
- Old fence removal: Angi $3–$5 per linear foot.
- Permit: Angi $20–$60; HomeGuide $25–$50 when required.
- Call 811 before you dig post holes so utilities mark buried lines (free in the US). Never assume a clear yard.
- Property lines: Confirm the boundary with a survey or records before you set posts. Building over the line can force a tear-out.
- HOA and zoning: Height, style and front-yard rules vary. Check before you order materials.
- Treated lumber: Use outdoor-rated fasteners with pressure-treated wood. Wear gloves and a dust mask when cutting; do not burn treated scraps—dispose of them per local rules.
Getting quotes
- Get at least three itemized estimates: material, height, linear feet, gates, removal, permit and timeline.
- Ask about soil rock/clay, slopes and who marks utilities.
- Clear brush and old panels if you want to DIY that part (Angi cites removal at $3–$5/LF).
Related: tree removal cost, inground pool cost (pool fencing is often required), cubic yard calculator (concrete for posts), gravel calculator, board foot calculator and the cost guides.
FAQ
How much does fence installation cost?
Angi (October 2026) puts most jobs at $1,860 to $4,844, averaging $3,276. Fixr (January 2025) lists $3,000 to $7,000 for about 200 linear feet, averaging $4,500. HomeGuide (September 2025) puts a full wood or vinyl install around $4,000 to $12,000, or about $20 to $60 per linear foot.
How much is a fence per linear foot?
Fixr’s installed range is about $12 to $35 per foot overall. Material bands: wood $15–$35, chain-link $12.25–$40, vinyl $15–$40, aluminum $15–$40 (Fixr). HomeGuide lists wood $20–$50 and vinyl $30–$60 installed. Angi averages about $23 per foot ($6–$50).
How much do fence gates cost?
HomeGuide puts a typical gate at $150 to $500. Angi lists gates from $150 to $2,000. Fixr puts most walk gates with install around $50 to $400; driveway gates are much more.
Do I need a permit to install a fence?
Often for taller fences or front-yard work. Angi cites permits at $20 to $60; HomeGuide about $25 to $50. Check zoning, setbacks and any HOA rules before you dig.
Should I call 811 before installing a fence?
Yes. Call 811 a few days before you dig post holes so utilities can mark buried lines—free in the US (Common Ground Alliance). Hitting a gas or electric line is dangerous and expensive.
Sources
All checked October 20, 2026. Dates are each page's own published or updated date.
- Angi, Fence installation cost, updated October 13, 2026: project range and average, $/LF by material, permits, gates, removal $/LF, labor share.
- HomeGuide, Fencing prices, September 29, 2025: $/LF by type and material, gates, permits, tall-board premium, 811 note.
- Fixr, Fence installation cost, updated January 31, 2025: $3,000–$7,000 national, installed $/LF by material, gates, post labor, replacement with removal.
- Common Ground Alliance, Call 811.