*Prices shown are estimates for the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia area and may vary based on terrain, soil conditions, property line surveys, and HOA/permit requirements. Contact us for a personalized quote.
Our free fence cost calculator estimates your project from linear feet, material, and height. In the Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia area, professionally installed fencing runs $20–$60 per linear foot: a typical 150-foot backyard costs about $3,000 in chain link, $4,500 in wood, or $6,000 in vinyl at standard 6-foot height.
Height and terrain move the number: 8-foot privacy fencing adds about 25%, while 4-foot fencing saves about 10%. Sloped yards add roughly 15% because panels must be stepped or racked to follow the grade.
| Material | Per Linear Foot | 150 ft Project |
|---|---|---|
| Chain link | $20 | $3,000 |
| Wood (pressure-treated) | $30 | $4,500 |
| Vinyl | $40 | $6,000 |
| Aluminum | $50 | $7,500 |
| Wrought iron | $60 | $9,000 |
| Gate | +$350 each | |
About $30 per linear foot installed for pressure-treated wood and $40 for vinyl in the DMV area — so $30–$40/ft is the realistic range for a standard 6-foot privacy fence, materials and labor included.
A typical quarter-acre suburban backyard needs 120–200 linear feet of fencing, putting most projects between $2,500 and $8,000 depending on material. Enter your measurements in the calculator above for an exact estimate.
Around $4,000 installed at $20 per linear foot for standard 6-foot chain link — less for 4-foot residential height. Add $350 per gate.
Most DMV jurisdictions require a permit for fences over 6–7 feet, and many HOAs regulate height and material at any size. A property line survey is strongly recommended — building on a neighbor’s land is the most expensive fence mistake there is.
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