Interactive estimate from published 2026 national cost data, adjusted by state.
No email, no phone number — just the range you should expect before talking to contractors.
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Planning estimate (per linear ft (6-ft wood privacy)) — actual quotes vary with site conditions. Get 3+ written quotes.
What drives the cost
Height and style (privacy vs picket)
Gates ($150–$600 each)
Post setting: soil, rock, and frost depth
Tear-out of the old fence
Repair or replace?
Individual pickets and rails are cheap swaps. Posts are the real question: rotted posts mean the fence is done even if the panels look fine. If more than a quarter of posts fail the push test, replacement beats serial repairs.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to replace a fence in 2026?
Nationally, expect roughly $2,250–$5,250 for a typical project (150 linear ft) at mid-range quality (per linear ft (6-ft wood privacy)). High-cost states run 15–35% above these numbers and low-cost states 5–15% below — use the calculator above to adjust for your state, project size and quality tier.
Should I repair or replace my fence?
Individual pickets and rails are cheap swaps. Posts are the real question: rotted posts mean the fence is done even if the panels look fine. If more than a quarter of posts fail the push test, replacement beats serial repairs.
What drives fence replacement cost up or down?
Height and style (privacy vs picket); Gates ($150–$600 each); Post setting: soil, rock, and frost depth; Tear-out of the old fence.
Methodology & sources
National range is an editorial estimate from durable historical cost data; treat as a rough planning number and verify with local quotes.
State adjustment uses an editorial labor-cost index (0.85–1.35 vs national average) — a simplification of real regional variation.
Quality tiers apply published multipliers for material/type differences (Chain-link / Wood privacy / Vinyl).
Ranges exclude financing, unusual site conditions, and code-upgrade surprises.