Fence Installation Cost by State (2026)
The national average for a fence installation is about $3,266 ($6–$50 per linear ft), but it swings with local labor and material costs. Pick your state for a localized estimate.
| State | Typical cost | Range |
|---|---|---|
| Mississippi | $3,100 | $400 – $13,000 |
| Arkansas | $3,150 | $400 – $13,150 |
| West Virginia | $3,150 | $400 – $13,300 |
| Alabama | $3,200 | $400 – $13,450 |
| Kentucky | $3,200 | $400 – $13,450 |
| Louisiana | $3,200 | $400 – $13,450 |
| Oklahoma | $3,200 | $400 – $13,450 |
| Tennessee | $3,200 | $400 – $13,450 |
| Florida | $3,250 | $400 – $13,550 |
| Georgia | $3,250 | $400 – $13,700 |
| Indiana | $3,250 | $400 – $13,550 |
| Kansas | $3,250 | $400 – $13,700 |
| Michigan | $3,250 | $400 – $13,550 |
| Missouri | $3,250 | $400 – $13,550 |
| Montana | $3,250 | $400 – $13,700 |
| Nebraska | $3,250 | $400 – $13,700 |
| New Mexico | $3,250 | $400 – $13,550 |
| North Dakota | $3,250 | $400 – $13,700 |
| Ohio | $3,250 | $400 – $13,550 |
| South Dakota | $3,250 | $400 – $13,700 |
| Texas | $3,250 | $400 – $13,700 |
| Wyoming | $3,250 | $400 – $13,700 |
| Idaho | $3,300 | $400 – $13,850 |
| Utah | $3,300 | $400 – $13,850 |
| Arizona | $3,350 | $400 – $13,950 |
| Maryland | $3,350 | $400 – $13,950 |
| North Carolina | $3,400 | $400 – $14,250 |
| Colorado | $3,450 | $400 – $14,500 |
| Delaware | $3,450 | $400 – $14,400 |
| Illinois | $3,450 | $400 – $14,400 |
| Iowa | $3,450 | $400 – $14,500 |
| Maine | $3,450 | $400 – $14,500 |
| New Hampshire | $3,500 | $450 – $14,650 |
| South Carolina | $3,500 | $450 – $14,650 |
| Virginia | $3,500 | $450 – $14,650 |
| Vermont | $3,550 | $450 – $14,800 |
| Wisconsin | $3,550 | $450 – $14,800 |
| Minnesota | $3,600 | $450 – $15,050 |
| Nevada | $3,650 | $450 – $15,200 |
| Pennsylvania | $3,700 | $450 – $15,600 |
| Oregon | $3,800 | $450 – $15,900 |
| Rhode Island | $3,900 | $500 – $16,450 |
| Washington | $3,900 | $500 – $16,300 |
| Connecticut | $4,000 | $500 – $16,850 |
| Massachusetts | $4,250 | $500 – $17,800 |
| New York | $4,250 | $500 – $17,800 |
| California | $4,550 | $550 – $19,050 |
| New Jersey | $4,550 | $550 – $19,050 |
| Alaska | $4,600 | $550 – $19,300 |
| Hawaii | $4,650 | $550 – $19,450 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fence installation cost on average?▾
Nationally, a fence installation typically costs about $3,266, with most projects between $400 and $13,700 ($6–$50 per linear ft). State costs vary with local labor and materials.
Which states are cheapest and most expensive for a fence installation?▾
Among the 50 states, Mississippi is on the lower end (around $3,100 typical) and Hawaii on the higher end (around $4,650), driven mainly by regional labor and material costs.
What affects the cost of a fence installation?▾
The main drivers are material (chain link vs. wood or vinyl), height and length, and terrain. Location matters too: HomeAdvisor / Angi (2025-2026).
Disclaimer. These are planning estimates based on national-average costs adjusted by a state construction-cost index. Actual prices vary by scope, materials, site conditions, and contractor. Always confirm with local quotes.