Fence Calculator

Calculate posts, panels or pickets, gates, rails, concrete footings, and total cost from linear feet and post spacing. Includes realistic waste for fencing materials.

Total fence length (ft)Post spacing (ft on center)Waste / overage (%)Fence style

Panel width (ft)

GatesPrice per gate

Include rails (top + bottom, etc.)

Rails per sectionPrice per rail (per section length)

Footings

80 lb concrete bags per post hole

Material pricing

Price per post (4x4 or 6x6)Price per panelPrice per 80 lb concrete bag

Posts needed

14 fence + 2 for gates

Total estimated cost

$2,282

materials only

Fence length: 100 ft
Post spacing: 8 ft OC
Fence sections: 13
Total posts: 16 (incl. 1 gate)
Gates: 1
Panels: 14 (from 13 base)
Rails: 208 linear ft
Concrete bags (80 lb): 24

Cost breakdown

Posts: $448
Panels: $1,330
Rails: $156
Concrete: $168
Gates: $180
Total: $2,282

Posts = fence sections + 1, plus 2 posts per gate. Panels/pickets get a small waste adder. Concrete is per post hole (typical 8–12" diameter × 30–42" deep). Rails are estimated per section between fence posts only. Always verify local frost line and code.

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