Fence cost guide
What affects fence cost?
Fence cost is mostly driven by total length, material, height, terrain, post spacing, and gate hardware. Straight runs on level ground usually cost less than curved layouts, sloped yards, or projects that require removing an old fence.
Wood vs vinyl vs chain link
Wood is common and flexible, vinyl has higher upfront material cost but lower maintenance, and chain link is often the lowest-cost option. Aluminum and decorative metal fences usually sit at the higher end of the installed price range.
Budgeting tip
Plan a contingency for permits, old fence removal, utility marking, and difficult digging conditions. These items can move a real quote above a simple national average estimate.