Fence Cost Comparison
The information below will help you compare the overall cost and strength of specific fencing systems. Our example is based on 1 mile of fence in normal ground conditions. Prices are estimates and may not apply in all areas. Your design will vary depending on ground conditions and stock pressure. Material prices are estimates and may not accurately reflect current retail prices of listed material.
* Only materials included in additional materials section are: wood line posts, painted t-posts, and braces.
| Strength | 960 lb Min. | 920 lb Min. |
| Post Spacing | 16ft centers & 100ft line post centers | 12ft centers & 50ft line post centers |
| Coating | Class 3 | Class 1 |
| Wire Cost | $997.60 | $1,132.40 |
| Other Mat. Cost | $2,530.20 | $3,113.40 |
| All Material / Ft. | $0.66/ ft | $0.80/ ft |
| Labor | $3,880.58 | 4,670.38 |
| Labor / Ft. | $0.73/ ft | $0.88/ ft |
| Total Cost | $7,408.38 | $8,916.18 |
| Cost / Ft. | $1.40/ ft | $1.68/ ft |
| Life Expectancy | 25 years | 11 years |
| Total Cost / Yr | $296.33/ yr | $810.56/yr |
| Expected Maint. | LOW | HIGH |