Chain-link fence cost
Chain-link is usually the cheapest common fence to install. Height, wire gauge and coating are what separate a low quote from a high one.
What the labels mean
- Sourced published by a cited source, used as published
- Our calculation math on sourced numbers (averages, midpoints, totals)
- Assumption our own choice where no source covers it
Published prices by height
| Item | Published range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Chain-link, 4 ft, installed | $8–$20/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Chain-link, 5 ft, installed | $9–$22/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Chain-link, 6 ft, installed | $10–$29/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Chain-link, 8 ft, installed | $12–$34/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Chain-link, most residential projects | $10–$20/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
National reference ranges, not local prices. How we price
Our calculator covers 4 ft and 6 ft and uses Angi's height ranges directly: $8–$20/ft (typical $14) for 4 ft and $10–$29/ft (typical $19.50) for 6 ft.
Add-ons and extras
| Item | Published range | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Standard residential chain-link swing gate | $100–$450 per gate | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Automated rolling chain-link gate | $500–$1,800 per gate | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Powder coating (extra) | $6–$8/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Colored vinyl coating | $10–$30/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Privacy slats | $3–$10/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Removal of old chain-link fencing | $3–$5/ft | (Angi, updated September 30, 2026) |
| Permit for fencing | $20–$60 | (Angi, updated August 3, 2026) |
National reference ranges, not local prices. How we price
Worked examples
150 ft of 4-ft chain-link, 1 walk gate, flat yard
| Line (our calculation from the ranges below) | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chain-link fence, 4 ft: 150 ft × $8.00–$20.00/ft Sourced | $1,200 | $2,100 | $3,000 |
| 1 walk gate × $100–$450 Sourced | $100 | $275 | $450 |
| Total, rounded to $10 | $1,300 | $2,380 | $3,450 |
Our estimate from national reference ranges, not a local price. How we price
That's $8.67–$23 per foot all-in (total ÷ 150 ft). Open in the calculator · Check a quote for this project
200 ft of 6-ft chain-link, 1 walk + 1 double drive gate, old fence removed
| Line (our calculation from the ranges below) | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chain-link fence, 6 ft: 200 ft × $10.00–$29.00/ft Sourced | $2,000 | $3,900 | $5,800 |
| 1 walk gate × $100–$450 Sourced | $100 | $275 | $450 |
| 1 double/drive gate × $300–$1,200 Sourced | $300 | $750 | $1,200 |
| Old fence removal: 200 ft × $6.50–$12.50/ft Our calculation | $1,300 | $1,900 | $2,500 |
| Total, rounded to $10 | $3,700 | $6,830 | $9,950 |
Our estimate from national reference ranges, not a local price. How we price
That's $18.50–$49.75 per foot all-in (total ÷ 200 ft). Open in the calculator · Check a quote for this project
300 ft of 4-ft chain-link, 2 walk gates, rocky soil
| Line (our calculation from the ranges below) | Low | Typical | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chain-link fence, 4 ft: 300 ft × $8.00–$20.00/ft Sourced | $2,400 | $4,200 | $6,000 |
| Terrain: moderate slope or rocky soil (+15% of fence line) Assumption | $360 | $630 | $900 |
| 2 walk gates × $100–$450 Sourced | $200 | $550 | $900 |
| Total, rounded to $10 | $2,960 | $5,380 | $7,800 |
Our estimate from national reference ranges, not a local price. How we price
That's $9.87–$26 per foot all-in (total ÷ 300 ft). Open in the calculator · Check a quote for this project
Our estimates don't include coating or slats. If your quote includes black vinyl coating or privacy slats, add the ranges above before comparing.
What moves the price of chain-link
- Height. The biggest driver in Angi's data: 4 ft runs $8–$20/ft and 6 ft $10–$29/ft.
- Gauge. Lower gauge numbers mean thicker wire. Angi says 9-gauge is most common for homes (Angi, updated September 30, 2026).
- Coating. Galvanized is the base. Powder coating and colored vinyl coating add per-foot cost.
- Privacy. Slats add $3–$10/ft.
- Posts and framework. Terminal posts at corners, ends and gates cost more than line posts, so a fence with many corners costs more per foot.
What to ask a chain-link contractor
- What gauge is the mesh, and what's the post and top-rail size?
- Galvanized, or vinyl-coated? Is the framework coated too?
- Is there a top rail, a bottom tension wire, or both?
- How many terminal posts, and are all posts set in concrete?
- Gate width, and what latch? Will the gate be able to take a padlock?
- Is removing the old fence included?
Have a quote already?
Put it in the Fence Quote Checker to see price per foot, missing items and where it sits against the reference range.
Sources
- Angi: How Much Does a Chain-Link Fence Cost? [2026 Data] (page date September 30, 2026; checked October 8, 2026)
- Angi: How Much Does Fence Installation Cost? [2026 Data] (page date August 3, 2026; checked October 8, 2026)
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