Privacy Fence Cost Calculator
Enter the fence length, height, and material to estimate the installed privacy fence cost per linear foot — shown as a low-high range that covers material and labor for wood or vinyl.
Typical installed ranges: wood $30–$60 per linear foot, vinyl $40–$80. Choosing a material fills a typical rate you can edit.
Estimates only — not financial advice. This calculator gives approximate figures for planning. It is not financial, tax, or legal advice; check with a qualified professional before making decisions.
How the privacy fence cost calculator works
Installed privacy fence pricing is quoted per linear foot because every foot carries the same mix of pickets, posts, rails, and labor. Multiply your fence length by the installed rate for your material and height, and the ±15% range covers market differences, soil conditions, and extras like gates.
Wood installs for roughly $30–$60 per linear foot and vinyl $40–$80; 8 ft heights price about 15–20% above 6 ft because of taller posts and a third rail. Gates, slope, and rock removal all push toward the high end.
total = length × rate · low = total × 0.85, high = total × 1.15
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Privacy fence cost calculator FAQ
How much does a privacy fence cost per foot?
Installed, roughly $30–$60 per linear foot for wood and $40–$80 for vinyl at 6 ft height. A 150 ft wood privacy fence therefore runs about $4,500–$9,000 installed.
Wood vs vinyl privacy fence: which costs more?
Vinyl costs more up front — typically $10–$20 more per linear foot than wood. Wood needs staining every few years though, so vinyl can win on lifetime cost.
6 ft vs 8 ft privacy fence cost?
An 8 ft fence costs about 15–20% more per linear foot: taller, deeper-set posts, three rails instead of two, and more picket footage per foot of fence.
What drives privacy fence cost up?
Gates ($300–$1,000+ each), sloped ground, rock or clay soil, fence removal, and premium materials like cedar or thick vinyl profiles. Long straight runs price best per foot.
Are gates included in the per-foot price?
No — budget $300–$1,000 per gate on top of the linear-foot total, depending on width and whether it is wood or vinyl. Double-drive gates cost the most.