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How much does fence installation cost?

National price ranges for fence installation, the unit pricing contractors quote from, and what the same job costs across local markets.

Verified August 2026

Fence Installation cost

$2,400 – $11,000

Most homeowners pay around $5,100 for fence installation, or $18–$62 per linear foot installed. Permit fees add $60–$250.

Price breakdown

Budget scope$2,400
Typical project$5,100
Premium / complex$11,000
per linear foot installed$18 – $62
Permit fees$60 – $250
Timeline1-3 days of work, 1-4 weeks including permitting

What drives the price

  • Linear footage and number of gates
  • Material: chain link, wood, vinyl, aluminum or composite
  • Fence height (4 ft front yard versus 6 ft rear yard)
  • Post depth and concrete required for wind loads
  • Grading, tree roots and old fence removal

Cost by city

Same scope, adjusted for local labor, material and permit pricing.

Fence cost in Naples$3,000 – $13,600 · +24%Fence cost in Miami$2,800 – $13,000 · +18%Fence cost in Fort Lauderdale$2,700 – $12,500 · +14%Fence cost in West Palm Beach$2,700 – $12,300 · +12%Fence cost in Fort Myers$2,600 – $12,000 · +9%Fence cost in Sarasota$2,600 – $11,900 · +8%Fence cost in Cape Coral$2,600 – $11,800 · +7%Fence cost in Bradenton$2,500 – $11,600 · +5%Fence cost in Venice$2,500 – $11,700 · +6%Fence cost in Tampa$2,500 – $11,400 · +4%Fence cost in St. Petersburg$2,500 – $11,300 · +3%Fence cost in Clearwater$2,400 – $11,200 · +2%Fence cost in Orlando$2,400 – $11,200 · +2%Fence cost in Port St. Lucie$2,400 – $11,200 · +2%Fence cost in St. Augustine$2,400 – $11,000 · 0%Fence cost in Port Charlotte$2,400 – $11,000 · 0%Fence cost in Brandon$2,400 – $11,000 · 0%Fence cost in Kissimmee$2,400 – $10,800 · -2%Fence cost in Daytona Beach$2,400 – $10,800 · -2%Fence cost in Melbourne$2,400 – $10,900 · -1%Fence cost in Jacksonville$2,300 – $10,600 · -4%Fence cost in Lakeland$2,300 – $10,500 · -5%Fence cost in Gainesville$2,300 – $10,300 · -6%Fence cost in Pensacola$2,300 – $10,500 · -5%Fence cost in Tallahassee$2,200 – $10,200 · -7%

Frequently asked questions

How tall can a fence be in Florida?

There is no single statewide fence height limit. Most Florida jurisdictions allow up to 6 feet in side and rear yards and limit front-yard fences to 3-4 feet, with a corner visibility triangle kept clear. Pool barriers have their own minimum of 4 feet under the Florida Building Code.

Do I need a survey to get a fence permit?

Most Florida building departments require a current property survey or a site plan drawn on a survey showing the proposed fence line, so the reviewer can confirm setbacks and that the fence is on your property.

Can I install my own fence?

Yes. Fencing is one of the more DIY-friendly exterior projects and homeowners can generally pull their own fence permit. You are still responsible for property line accuracy, HOA approval and pool barrier compliance.

Sources

Sources & verification

Last verified August 2026. Cost figures are modeled estimates based on national baselines adjusted for local labor and material pricing — they are not quotes. Permit rules change; confirm with the building department before starting work.