Fence cost calculator
Estimate quick fence length, layout runs, corner and gate posts, post-hole concrete bags, material cost, labor range, and total project cost for common fence types.
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Fence cost calculator
May 15, 2026
120 linear ft, 6 ft tall, wood fence.
Shopping list
- wood fence materials120 linear ft
- Posts16 ea
- Concrete16 bags
- Gate hardware1 gate set
Assumptions
- 8 ft post spacing
- 6 ft baseline cost scaled by selected height
- Corners, slope, permits, and property-line work are not included
- Gate allowance is a broad planning range
- U.S. near average; pricing data: U.S. near average pricing
Warnings and quote checks
- Local codes, slope, corners, and property lines can change material needs.
Planning estimate only. Not a contractor quote, engineering advice, or permit review.
Calculator setup
120 linear ft, 6 ft tall, wood fence.
Shopping list
- wood fence materials120 linear ft
- Posts16 ea
- Concrete16 bags
- Gate hardware1 gate set
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Assumptions in this estimate
- 8 ft post spacing
- 6 ft baseline cost scaled by selected height
- Corners, slope, permits, and property-line work are not included
- Gate allowance is a broad planning range
- U.S. near average; pricing data: U.S. near average pricing
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What this calculator estimates
This fence cost calculator starts from the measurements and options you enter, then estimates material quantity, waste, cost ranges, labor ranges, and a starter shopping list.
Results adapt to the selected region and unit settings, so the estimate is not locked to one market or measurement system.
Report confusing results, missing options, or assumptions that look off.
How this is calculated
- Quick length mode estimates posts as ceil(length / spacing) + 1.
- Layout mode divides total length across straight runs, estimates line posts from spacing, then adds corner, end, and gate posts.
- Post holes mode uses a known post-hole count for concrete bag planning.
- Post-hole concrete uses cylindrical hole volume and an 80 lb bag yield of about 0.6 cu ft.
- Material and labor prices use 6 ft fence costs as the baseline and scale by selected height.
- Gate count adds a broad material allowance that also scales by selected height.
Assumption register
The values and sources below follow the pricing region and unit setting selected in this calculator.
Active pricing region: U.S. near average; source record: U.S. near average pricing. Showing imperial source-table units. View all regional assumptions.
| Item | Low | Typical | High | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Post spacing August 29, 2026 Lowe's worksheet still uses 6 or 8 ft sections and 8 ft on-center posts; the 10 ft high end remains only for lighter/open fence types and should be shortened for wind, slope, gates, and local code. | 6 ft | 8 ft | 10 ft | Lowe's fence calculator worksheet Checked 2026-08-29 - medium confidence |
| Installed fence benchmark August 29, 2026 Homewyse May 2026 wood privacy fence benchmark starts at $33.07-$53.00/lf nationally; gates, demolition, permitting, access, and local labor keep the broader near-average material/labor split. | 28 $/linear ft | 43 $/linear ft | 60 $/linear ft | Homewyse wood privacy fence installed benchmark Checked 2026-08-29 - low confidence |
| Height scaling baseline August 29, 2026 Homewyse's May 2026 wood privacy fence scope remains a 6 ft benchmark, so linear-foot material and labor ranges are treated as 6 ft baseline costs and scaled by selected fence height. | 4 ft | 6 ft | 8 ft | Homewyse wood privacy fence cost calculator Checked 2026-08-29 - low confidence |
Last reviewed: May 15, 2026. These are planning defaults, not live prices or contractor quotes.
Common mistakes
- Counting line posts but forgetting corner, end, or gate posts.
- Forgetting concrete, fasteners, hinges, and latches.
- Using one straight-run estimate for a fence that turns several corners.
- Choosing post-hole depth without checking frost line, post size, soil, and local code.
- Assuming local permits and HOA rules are the same everywhere.
FAQ
Does this include permits?
No. Permit requirements vary by city, height, and property location.
Why does post spacing matter?
Spacing changes the number of posts, concrete bags, and panel or bay count.
When should you use layout mode?
Use layout mode when you know the number of straight runs, corners, end posts, and gate posts instead of only total fence length.
How are concrete bags estimated?
Layout and post-hole modes use the hole diameter and depth to estimate cylindrical concrete volume, then round up to 80 lb bags.
Is labor included?
Yes, as a separate planning range. It is not a contractor quote.
Can this fence cost calculator estimate cost by region?
Yes. The calculator uses the selected region and unit settings to adapt quantities, cost ranges, labor ranges, and assumptions.
How should you use the result before buying materials?
Use the result as a planning estimate, then compare it with a current supplier cart, contractor quote, or local project conditions before committing.
Limitations
This is an early budget estimate. Layout mode assumes roughly equal run lengths, and local codes, slope, soil, frost depth, gate widths, and property-line work can change the real quote.
This estimate is for planning only. It is not a contractor quote, engineering advice, or permit review.
Next step
Measure once more, compare the result with a real quote or shopping cart, and review the assumptions before buying materials.
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