CostFence Cost Calculator
Estimate installed fence cost by length, material, height, gates, removal and state.
Enter your project details to see a low, average and high estimate.
Reviewed for CostMeter V1.5 • September 2026
How this estimate works
This calculator applies national planning rates to the project details you enter, then uses a broad state cost adjustment. It shows a range because contractor pricing, site access, permits, disposal, materials and local demand vary.
Example estimate
What the estimate includes
Rates, state factors and range multipliers are fixed planning assumptions. See how the model builds the range.
Compare bids at the same installed footage and fence height. List gate openings and old-fence removal separately so they are counted once.
The result separates the main cost components and applies the selected state adjustment. It is a budgeting tool, not a contractor quote. Ask local providers what labor, materials, cleanup, taxes, permits and warranties their bids include.
Frequently asked questions
What affects fence cost most?
Length and material are the main drivers. Height, gates, terrain, old-fence removal, permits and local labor also matter.
Does the estimate include installation?
Yes. The calculator uses planning rates for materials and standard professional installation. Surveying, permits and unusual foundations may be extra.
How should I measure fence length?
Measure the proposed fence line in linear feet and subtract large permanent openings. Add each gate separately.
Fence cost drivers
Linear footage is the starting point, but material, height, post spacing, gates, terrain and removal work can shift the total. Corners and gates require more labor than straight runs, while rocky soil, slopes and buried utilities can complicate post installation.
Fence quote checklist
- Confirm the material grade, post dimensions, hardware and finish.
- Verify property lines, utility marking, permits and homeowner-association rules.
- Ask whether demolition, hauling, grading and gate hardware are included.
- Compare warranty coverage for materials and installation separately.