Fence Cost Calculator (2026)
Estimate fence installation cost by material and state. A 150 ft privacy fence typically runs $2,500–$9,000 installed.
What fence material?
Cost by material / system
| Option | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Wood privacy (6 ft) | $2,500 | $6,000 |
| Vinyl / PVC | $3,500 | $8,000 |
| Chain link | $1,500 | $4,000 |
| Aluminum / ornamental | $4,000 | $9,000 |
| Composite | $6,000 | $12,000 |
What drives the price
Cost is usually quoted per linear foot: chain link $10–$25, wood $17–$40, vinyl $23–$55, aluminum $27–$60. Slope, gate count, removal of an old fence and property-line surveys add cost.
Cost by state
Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming District of Columbia
FAQ
How much does a fence cost?
For 150 linear feet: chain link $1,500–$4,000; wood privacy $2,500–$6,000; vinyl $3,500–$8,000; aluminum $4,000–$9,000.
Does a fence increase home value?
A well-built privacy fence can help with privacy and pets but rarely returns its full cost at resale.
How long does installation take?
Most residential fences are installed in 1–3 days depending on length and terrain.