Most installed fences cost $20 to $60 per linear foot in 2026, by national published figures. For 150 feet that is $3,000 to $9,000. Where a Providence job falls depends on the length, the height, the gates and what has to be dug through or hauled away.
These price ranges are national figures published by HomeGuide for 2026. They are not our quotes. Rhode Island labor, material prices and what we find in your yard move the number up or down. Last checked October 2026.
How much does a fence cost per foot?
| Material | Installed cost per foot |
|---|---|
| Chain link | $9 to $30 |
| Wood | $20 to $50 |
| Vinyl | $30 to $60 |
| Aluminum | $25 to $75 |
| Wrought iron | $50 to $85 |
How much does a 6-foot wood privacy fence cost?
National figures put a 6-foot privacy fence at $25 to $60 per foot installed. The table below gives totals by length for a typical fence at $20 to $60 per foot. A 6-foot privacy fence uses more lumber and heavier posts, so it sits toward the high side of each row.
| Fence length | Typical installed cost |
|---|---|
| 50 feet | $1,000 to $3,000 |
| 100 feet | $2,000 to $6,000 |
| 150 feet | $3,000 to $9,000 |
| 200 feet | $4,000 to $12,000 |
What is the cheapest fence to have installed?
Chain link, which starts near $9 per foot nationally. If you need privacy at the lowest cost, a pressure-treated pine fence with plain dog-ear boards is usually it. To keep a large dog in the yard on a budget, 5-foot or 6-foot chain link works, and slats can be added later.
Is black aluminum cheaper than wrought iron or vinyl?
Yes, aluminum at $25 to $75 per foot is cheaper than wrought iron at $50 to $85, and it overlaps with vinyl at $30 to $60. Aluminum also does not rust, which counts for a lot in a city that salts its streets all winter and sits at the head of a salt water bay.
How much extra does a gate cost?
A gate is priced as its own item, not by the foot. Width, material, hinges, latch and any opener set the price. A walk gate costs the least. A double gate across a driveway costs more, and a powered gate costs the most. Each gate gets its own line on our written quote.
How much extra for a slope, brush or an old fence?
These are priced after we see the yard. Taking down and hauling off an old fence adds labor and disposal. Brush, vines and roots along the line have to be cleared. A slope means more cutting and fitting. Stones and ledge in Rhode Island's glacial soil slow the digging, and on narrow city lots everything may have to be carried in by hand.
I got three quotes and they are far apart. Which one is realistic?
Compare the scope before the totals. Put the quotes side by side and check footage, height, material and grade, post size and depth, gates, old fence removal and cleanup. When one number is far under the rest, something on that list is usually smaller or missing. Shallow posts are a common place to save money, and in a 40-inch frost zone that shows up within a few winters.
Does a fence add value to my home?
A sound, good-looking fence makes a house easier to sell, mostly to buyers with children or dogs. It seldom returns everything you spent on it. As for property taxes, your city or town tax assessor decides whether a fence changes the assessment.
For a real price on your own yard, book a free on-site estimate. Call (401) 356-3395 or text us a photo of the fence line.