Fence Installation Costs in 2026
Average cost: $1,500 – $10,000 — based on BLS hourly wage data for Fence Erectors (47-4031).
National Average $4,000
Low End $1,500
High End $10,000
BLS Median Wage $20.63/hr
Fence installation costs $15-$50 per linear foot depending on material. A standard 150 linear foot privacy fence costs $2,500-$7,500. Wood is most popular ($15-$30/ft), while vinyl ($20-$40/ft) and aluminum ($25-$50/ft) offer lower maintenance.
Fence Installation Costs by State
Select your state to see city-level pricing data:
New York $2,690 California $2,720 Illinois $2,610 Texas $2,560 Florida $2,570 Pennsylvania $2,590 Georgia $2,550 Massachusetts $2,680 Arizona $2,550 Michigan $2,550 Washington $2,660 Minnesota $2,590 Colorado $2,640 Missouri $2,520 Maryland $2,650 North Carolina $2,540 Oregon $2,620 Nevada $2,610 Ohio $2,530 Indiana $2,510 Tennessee $2,530
Top Fence Installation Brands
Home Depot
Lowe's
