Fence Calculator

Plan your fence with our free Fence Calculator. Instantly estimate materials, posts, and total cost for any fence type—accurate, easy, and perfect for DIYers and contractors.

Fence Calculator

Perimeter Length

e.g., 120 ft

Fence Height

Common privacy height

Material

Affects cost & durability

Number of Gates

e.g., 1 walk gate

Gate Width

Drive gates cost more

Corner Posts

e.g., 4 for rectangle

Include Labor?

$3–$8 per ft

Unit

1 m = 3.28 ft

Currency

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Enter fence details to estimate cost and materials…

Calculates posts, panels, gates, concrete, and total cost. Includes material, labor, and unit conversion. Perfect for wood, vinyl, chain-link, aluminum, and composite fences.

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Fence Calculator: Plan Your Perfect Fence

Need to secure your yard, boost privacy, or define your property? A Fence Calculator is your essential tool to estimate materials, cost, labor, and installation time for any fence type—wood, vinyl, chain-link, or aluminum. In 2025, with lumber prices at $3–$5 per board foot, vinyl at $25–$40 per panel, and average fence costs $2,500–$6,000, precision saves hundreds. Whether you’re enclosing a 100 ft backyard or a 1-acre lot, Gcalculate.com delivers instant material lists, post spacing, gate placement, and permit estimates.

How Does a Fence Calculator Work?

Uses linear footage, height, style, and terrain to calculate:

Posts (every 6–8 ft)
Panels/Rails
Picketing
Gates
Concrete
Total Cost

Core Formula: Materials = (Perimeter × Height Factor) + Posts + Gates Cost = Materials × Price/ft + Labor ($15–$40/hr)

Fence Types & Average Costs (2025)

Type	Cost per Linear Ft	Height Options	Durability	Best For
Wood (Picket)	$15–$30	3–6 ft	10–15 yrs	Classic look
Wood (Privacy)	$25–$45	6–8 ft	15–20 yrs	Privacy
Vinyl	$25–$50	4–8 ft	20–30 yrs	Low maintenance
Chain-Link	$12–$25	3–6 ft	20+ yrs	Security
Aluminum	$30–$60	4–6 ft	30+ yrs	Ornamental
Composite	$35–$65	6–8 ft	25+ yrs	Eco-friendly

Fence Calculator Inputs & Outputs

Input	Example
Perimeter	150 ft
Height	6 ft
Type	Wood Privacy
Gates	1 (4 ft wide)
Terrain	Flat

Output	Result
Posts	20 (8 ft spacing)
Panels	18 (8 ft each)
Picketing	180 (6″ spacing)
Concrete	20 bags
Total Cost	$4,800 (DIY) / $7,200 (Pro)

Fence Calculator Examples

Example 1: 150 ft Wood Privacy Fence

Item	Quantity	Cost
6×8 Panels	18	$1,800
4×4 Posts (8 ft)	20	$600
Concrete (80 lb)	20 bags	$160
Screws/Hardware	—	$240
Total Materials	—	$2,800
Labor (Pro)	24 hrs @ $35	$840
Grand Total	—	$3,640

Example 2: 200 ft Chain-Link (DIY)

Item	Quantity	Cost
Chain-Link Fabric	200 ft	$600
Posts (2″ diam)	26	$520
Top Rail	200 ft	$300
Gate (4 ft)	1	$150
Total	—	$1,570

Example 3: Corner Lot (250 ft, 2 Gates)

Wood Picket (4 ft)
Posts: 32
Picketing: 600
Gates: 2
Cost: $5,200 DIY / $8,100 Pro

Post Spacing & Material Rules

Type	Post Spacing	Post Depth	Concrete per Post
Privacy	6–8 ft	2–3 ft	1–2 bags
Picket	6–8 ft	2 ft	1 bag
Chain-Link	8–10 ft	2 ft	1 bag
Vinyl/Aluminum	6–8 ft	2–3 ft	1–2 bags

Rule: 1/3 of post length underground (e.g., 8 ft post → 2.7 ft hole)

Calculate Your Fence Now

Use the Fence Calculator on Gcalculate.com → Input 150 ft, 6 ft wood privacy, 1 gate → Get $4,800 total, material list, PDF plan

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FAQs

How Does a Fence Calculator Work?

Enter perimeter (150 ft), height (6 ft), type (wood) → get 20 posts, $4,800 cost, full material list.

How Much Does a Fence Cost in 2025?

$15–$60 per linear foot installed; $2,500–$6,000 average for 150 ft.

How Many Posts for a 100 ft Fence?

13–17 (6–8 ft spacing); 14 average.

Do I Need Concrete for Fence Posts?

Yes — 1–2 bags per post for stability.

Can I Build a Fence Myself?

Yes — save 40–60%. Takes 1–3 weekends for 150 ft.

What’s the Best Fence for Privacy?

6–8 ft wood or vinyl — full coverage, $25–$50/ft.

How Deep Should Fence Posts Be?

1/3 of post length — e.g., 8 ft post = 2.7 ft hole.

Do I Need a Permit to Build a Fence?

Usually yes — check local zoning (6–8 ft max height).

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