How much does a farm & ranch fence cost?

Board and wire fencing built for acreage — long runs, livestock and property lines rather than backyards. Expect to pay $12–$19 per linear foot installed.

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Three-board wooden farm fence running along a green pasture

Installed cost, typical

$12 – $19 / linear ft

150 ft yard

$1,800–$2,850

220 ft yard

$2,640–$4,180

What's in the price

A typical installed farm & ranch fence, broken down.

~55%

Materials

Panels, posts, caps, concrete, and gates. Heavier privacy panels cost more than picket styles.

~40%

Labor

Layout, digging post holes, setting in concrete, and hanging panels. Rocky or sloped ground adds hours.

~5%

Permits & extras

Permits, old-fence removal and haul-away, and gate hardware where needed.

Is farm right for you?

+Lowest cost per foot over long runs

+Simple to repair in place

+Suits livestock and large parcels

–Not a privacy or security fence

–Needs periodic tightening and re-painting

What moves your price

Taller fence (5 ft vs. 4 ft)+$3 / ft

Each gate+$260

Sloped or rocky terrain+10–20%

Old fence removal+$3–5 / ft

Farm & Ranch Fence cost near you

Local installed prices for a farm & ranch fence across the Charlotte metro.

Charlotte, NC$12–$19 Matthews, NC$12–$19 Huntersville, NC$12–$20 Mooresville, NC$12–$20 Waxhaw, NC$13–$20 Fort Mill, SC$12–$20 Concord, NC$12–$19 Rock Hill, SC$12–$19

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Farm & Ranch Fence cost: FAQ

How much does a farm & ranch fence cost per foot?

A farm & ranch fence typically runs about $12–$19 per linear foot installed, depending on height and style.

How much is a 150 ft farm & ranch fence?

Roughly $1,800–$2,850 before gates.

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