Chain Link Fence Cost Worksheet
Build a chain-link fence budget from the measured run, fence height, fabric gauge, post layout and gate schedule. The tables demonstrate arithmetic with replaceable assumptions; obtain local quotes that state the fabric, posts, foundations, gates, coating, access and removal included.
Key takeaways
- Measure each fence run and identify corners, terminal posts and gates before requesting quotes.
- Height, wire gauge, coating and gate hardware change the material specification.
- Post and foundation requirements depend on the selected system, loads, soil and local rules.
- The fence calculator counts posts and concrete from user-entered spacing and hole dimensions; it does not specify them.
- All dollar figures are illustrative inputs to replace with current, scope-matched local quotes.
Chain link fence cost per linear foot
| Fence run | Assumed low input ($10/ft) | Assumed middle input ($20/ft) | Assumed high input ($44/ft) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 ft | $500 | $1,000 | $2,200 |
| 100 ft | $1,000 | $2,000 | $4,400 |
| 150 ft | $1,500 | $3,000 | $6,600 |
| 200 ft | $2,000 | $4,000 | $8,800 |
Cost by fence height, 4 ft to 8 ft
| Example height | Assumed input per linear foot | Scope to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| 4 ft | $10 to $20 | Use, fabric and local height rules |
| 5 ft | $12 to $25 | Use, fabric and posts |
| 6 ft | $15 to $40 | Use, fabric and posts |
| 7 ft | around $75 | Security and structural details |
| 8 ft | around $78 | Security and structural details |
Wire gauge and coating change the price per foot
Gauge measures wire thickness, and a lower gauge number means thicker wire. Select the fabric from the project specification.
| Gauge | Relative wire thickness | Assumed price adjustment |
|---|---|---|
| 11.5-gauge | Thinner of these examples | Baseline |
| 11-gauge | Intermediate | +$1 to $3 per ft |
| 9-gauge | Thicker of these examples | +$5 to $8 per ft |
Gate costs for a chain link fence
Price gates separately with width, hardware, posts, foundations, access control and electrical scope stated.
| Gate type | Example width | Assumed installed input |
|---|---|---|
| Single walk gate | 3 to 4 ft | $200 to $600 |
| Double drive gate | 8 to 12 ft | $400 to $1,200 |
| Automatic opener | add-on | $500 to $2,000 |
For a cantilever gate, include the manufacturer's required counterbalance length and support details.
What pushes labor and site costs up
Use the post, footing or driven-post details required by the selected fence system, loads, soil and local requirements. After hole dimensions are approved, the fence-post concrete guide calculates bag quantity.
Price line, terminal, corner and gate assemblies from the same stated specification.
Estimate your own chain link fence project
Height, gauge and gate count set your per-foot price, but the post count and footing concrete depend on your specific run length and post spacing. Enter those numbers in the fence calculator to get the post count, post length to buy and the bags of concrete each hole needs, so you can price the footing work before a contractor even quotes it.
If your project also involves a poured slab or footing elsewhere on the property, such as a shed base behind the new fence line, the wider set of concrete and masonry calculators covers that math on the same site.
Frequently asked questions
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Sources and references
These references and structured source records support the method and material data used on this page.
- Chain-link fencing (Wikipedia)
- Chain Link Fence Manufacturers Institute: technical resources and specifications
- American Wood Council: post and framing guidance