How much does a wood fence cost per foot in Los Angeles?

As of October 2026, published ranges put a 4 to 6 foot wood fence in Los Angeles at about $20 to $45 per linear foot installed, depending on wood type, height and style.

How much does a vinyl fence cost in Los Angeles?

As of October 2026, standard vinyl fencing in Los Angeles runs about $15 to $40 per linear foot installed, with taller privacy styles reaching about $55 per foot.

Cost guide

How much does a fence cost in Los Angeles?

Q: What makes a fence cost more?

Taller fences, premium materials, gates and automatic openers, sloped or rocky ground, tight access, removing an old fence, and permits or engineering where required all raise the price.

Updated October 2026

As of October 2026, most residential fences in Los Angeles cost roughly $10 to $55 per linear foot installed. Chain link is the cheapest, wood and vinyl sit in the middle, and aluminum and iron cost the most. Height, gates, slope, access and removing an old fence change the total, so a measured quote is the real number.

What does each fence type cost per foot?

Typical installed cost per linear foot, as of October 2026
Fence type	Typical range
Chain link (galvanized or coated)	About $10 to $40
Wood, 4 to 6 ft (pine, cedar, redwood)	About $20 to $45
Vinyl, standard 4 to 6 ft	About $15 to $40
Vinyl, tall or heavy privacy	Up to about $55
Aluminum	About $20 to $55
Wrought iron / ornamental steel	About $25 to $55, custom work more

These ranges combine Los Angeles cost data with national cost guides. Los Angeles labor generally costs more than the national average, so expect LA quotes toward the middle or upper part of national ranges.

How much do gates add?

As of October 2026, published ranges put a basic walk gate at a few hundred dollars up to about $2,000 installed. Driveway and security gates run roughly $2,000 to $12,000, before automatic openers on some jobs. See gates.

What makes a fence cost more or less?

Length and height. Price is mostly per foot, and a 6-foot fence uses more material than a 4-foot one.
Material grade. Redwood or cedar costs more than pine; heavier vinyl and thicker steel cost more than light versions.
Gates. Each gate adds posts, hardware and labor.
Ground. Slopes, rock, roots and hillside access take more time.
Old fence removal. Tearing out and hauling away an old fence adds cost.
Rules. Masonry walls, pool barriers and over-height fences can need permits or engineering. See permits.

Which fence gives the best value?

Choose chain link if…

you need to enclose a large area or contain pets for the least money and do not need privacy.

Choose wood if…

you want full privacy at a moderate price and do not mind staining every year or two.

Choose vinyl if…

you want privacy with almost no upkeep and plan to stay long enough to benefit from it.

Choose aluminum or iron if…

you want an open, lasting fence for a front yard, pool or driveway.

How do I get an accurate price?

Measure roughly, decide on height, and count your gates. Then ask for a written, itemized quote that lists posts, materials, gates, removal and any permit work. We measure on site and give free written estimates. Related: wood vs vinyl, height limits.

Sources

Angi, Los Angeles vinyl fence cost (updated February 2026); HomeBlue, Los Angeles wood fence cost; NerdWallet and Inch Calculator national fence cost guides; HomeAdvisor fencing cost guide. Prices are typical published ranges, not a quote.