Aluminum Fence Cost Calculator
Aluminum fence installation costs about $25–$60 per linear foot in 2026 — roughly $3,750–$9,000 for 150 linear feet. Enter your fence length, style, and gates below for a low-to-high installed estimate.
3 ft: $20–$45/ft · 4 ft: $25–$60/ft · 5 ft: $30–$70/ft · 6 ft: $35–$80/ft
25 panels × 6 ft = 150 ft of fence
Compares installed cost per foot for common fence materials at a 4-ft height. Gates and extras are not included in this mode.
Options apply to the first two modes.
Estimates only — not contractor quotes. Aluminum fence installation costs vary by region, terrain, and labor rates. Get 2–3 local quotes before committing.
How the aluminum fence cost calculator works
Aluminum fence — often sold as ornamental aluminum — is priced by the linear foot installed, and height is the biggest lever on that rate: a 3-foot garden fence runs about $20–$45 per foot, while a 6-foot security fence runs $35–$80. Unlike wrought iron, powder-coated aluminum never rusts, which is why it dominates the decorative metal category.
What moves your number: total linear footage, fence height, style (flat-top vs spear-top ornamental adds $5–$10/ft), gates ($300–$600 each installed), terrain (sloped ground needs rackable panels and more labor), and old fence removal ($3–$5/ft). Most pros include posts set in concrete and all hardware in the per-foot rate.
total = (length × $/ft) + gates + style + removal · 25 panels × 6 ft = 150 ft
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Aluminum fence cost calculator FAQ
How much does an aluminum fence cost per foot?
About $25–$60 per linear foot installed in 2026 for a standard 4-foot residential aluminum fence. Materials alone run roughly $15–$35/ft; professional labor adds another $10–$25/ft depending on terrain and region.
How much does it cost to install 150 feet of aluminum fence?
Roughly $3,750–$9,000 installed for 150 linear feet at the standard 4-foot height. Taller 5–6 ft security styles, ornamental spear-top pickets, and multiple gates push toward the high end.
Is an aluminum fence cheaper than wrought iron?
Yes — aluminum delivers the same ornamental look at roughly half the installed cost of true wrought iron ($50–$120/ft), and unlike iron it never rusts, so there is no repainting bill every few years.
How long does an aluminum fence last?
20–30+ years. The powder-coated finish resists rust, fading, and peeling far better than painted steel or wood, with almost no maintenance beyond an occasional rinse.
Can I install an aluminum fence myself?
DIY panel kits cut roughly 40–50% off the labor cost, but posts must be set plumb in concrete and panels kept level — on slopes you need rackable panels. Most homeowners hire a pro for runs over 100 feet.
Does an aluminum fence need maintenance?
Almost none: rinse off dirt and pollen a few times a year, touch up any deep scratches with matching touch-up paint to protect the coating, and keep sprinklers from constantly soaking the base of posts.
Aluminum vs vinyl fence — which is better?
Installed cost is similar ($20–$60/ft for both). Aluminum is stronger, looks like ornamental iron, and racks to follow slopes; vinyl offers full privacy and never needs painting. Pick aluminum for open, decorative boundaries and vinyl for privacy.