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Wood Fence Cost Calculator

Estimate the installed cost of a pine, cedar, or redwood fence by length, height, and gates. Uses typical 2026 U.S. prices per linear foot.

How to use the Wood Fence Cost Calculator

  1. Measure and enter the total length of fence in feet.
  2. Pick the wood type and height, and enter the number of gates.
  3. Check the box if an old fence must be removed, then read your estimate.

Wood fence cost per foot (installed, 6 ft)

Wood Cost per linear foot
Pressure-treated pine $20 to $35
Cedar $33 to $53
Redwood $40 to $65

A 4-foot fence usually costs about a quarter less, and an 8-foot fence about a third more. Gates often add $250 to $600 each.

How this calculator works out the estimate

Part of the estimate What it uses
Base cost Length in feet × the per-foot range for the wood type (6 ft fence)
Height 4 ft fence × 0.75, 6 ft × 1, 8 ft × 1.35
Gates $250 to $600 each
Old fence removal $3 to $5 per foot, if checked

The estimate is a range because prices vary a lot by area, terrain and installer. These are typical figures used to give a ballpark. A written quote from a local installer is the real number.

Worked examples

Length Wood Height Gates Removal Estimate
100 ft Pressure-treated pine 6 ft 1 No $2,250 to $4,100
150 ft Pressure-treated pine 6 ft 1 No $3,250 to $5,850
150 ft Cedar 6 ft 2 Yes $5,900 to $9,900
200 ft Cedar 8 ft 2 No $9,410 to $15,510
120 ft Redwood 4 ft 1 No $3,850 to $6,450

What makes a fence cost more or less

  • Slope and rock. Uneven or rocky ground slows digging and can need stepped panels.
  • Post depth and concrete. Frost depth and soil type affect how deep the posts must go.
  • Style. Decorative tops, lattice and board-on-board cost more than a basic privacy fence.
  • Stain or sealant. Not always included in a base quote. Ask.
  • Access. Narrow or blocked access adds labor.
  • Permit and survey. Some towns require a permit, and a property survey helps keep the fence on your side of the line.

Get a proper quote

  1. Walk the line and measure it, including corners and gates.
  2. Ask at least three installers for written quotes that list materials, post spacing, gates and what is included.
  3. Check that they carry licensing and insurance where required.
  4. Call 811 before any digging so buried utility lines can be marked.
  5. Read your HOA rules before you choose the height and style.

Tips to save

  • Get quotes in late fall or winter, when installers are less busy.
  • Split the cost with neighbors on shared fence lines.
  • Pick a simple style. Decorative tops and lattice cost more.

Want to know your property size? Try our lot size to acres calculator.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a wood fence cost per foot?

Most installed wood fences cost about $20 to $35 per foot for pressure-treated pine, $33 to $53 for cedar, and $40 to $65 for redwood, for a standard 6-foot privacy fence.

How much does a 150-foot wood fence cost?

A 150-foot, 6-foot pine privacy fence usually costs about $3,000 to $5,250, plus gates. Cedar would be about $4,950 to $7,950.

Do I need a permit for a fence?

Many towns require a permit, and HOAs often have their own rules on height and style. Call 811 before digging so buried utility lines can be marked for free.

How accurate is this fence cost estimate?

It is a ballpark. It uses typical 2026 U.S. price ranges per foot, a height factor, gate allowances and a removal allowance. Actual quotes depend on your area, ground, style and the installer, so get several written quotes.

What is included in the per-foot price?

Usually materials and labor for posts, rails and boards or panels. Gates, removal of an old fence, staining, permits and difficult ground are often priced separately, so ask what each quote covers.

Does fence height change the price?

Yes. This calculator takes 25 percent off for a 4 ft fence and adds 35 percent for an 8 ft fence, compared with a standard 6 ft fence.