Fence Installation Cost in Arizona (2026)
$12.00–$45.00per linear ft installedtypical 150 linear ft of 6-ft wood privacy fence: $1,854–$6,953updated November 2026
Fence cost is quoted per linear foot of fence line, installed. Wood privacy fence is the baseline; chain-link runs cheaper and vinyl/composite higher. Get the total footage from a rough walk-around measurement — posts, panels, concrete and labor are all inside the per-foot price.
Cost calculator — in Arizona
Pressure-treated pine, basic build
$1,854
≈ $12.00 per linear ft installed
Cedar / reinforced posts
$4,326
≈ $28.00 per linear ft installed
Premium wood, stain & hardware
$6,953
≈ $45.00 per linear ft installed
Estimate covers 154.5 linear ft (includes 3% waste) × per linear ft installed.
Of the mid-range estimate: $2,163 labor · $2,163 materials (typical split)
Common add-ons not in the base price
- Gate (manual)add $150–500 each
- Automatic driveway gateadd $800–3,000+
- Old fence removaladd $3–8 per linear ft
- Slope / rocky terrainadd 10–20%
Price ranges we use
Prices updated November 2026| Tier | Unit price | Typical job (150 linear ft of 6-ft wood privacy fence) |
|---|---|---|
| Pressure-treated pine, basic build | $12.00 per linear ft installed | $1,854 |
| Cedar / reinforced posts | $28.00 per linear ft installed | $4,326 |
| Premium wood, stain & hardware | $45.00 per linear ft installed | $6,953 |
Typical split: ~50% labor / 50% materials.
Baseline: wood privacy fence, professionally installed. Phoenix averages $28 per linear foot overall ($17 to $39 depending on material) with wood at $10 to $45 per linear foot (Angi). Tucson wood fencing runs about $20 per linear foot base, with a typical 160-foot project totaling $4,420 to $5,979, or roughly $28 to $37 per linear foot installed (Build-Folio). Caliche desert soil, UV exposure, and HOA rules add cost in some neighborhoods; labor is about 50% of the total. State tiers are the union envelope of the two metros.
Sourced from 2+ independent guides. Cross-checked against at least two independent 2025–2026 cost guides.
Sources
- Angi fence installation cost Phoenix AZ (2025-08) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
- Build-Folio fence cost calculator Tucson AZ (2026) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
- Angi fence installation cost national guide (2025) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
- HomeGuide fence installation cost national (2026) (retrieved 2026-11-04)
Estimates are for planning purposes only. Actual prices vary by project details — always confirm with on-site quotes from licensed contractors.
Where the money goes
Line-item breakdown for a typical 150 linear ft of 6-ft wood privacy fence. Rows are derived from the same sourced price ranges used above, so they add up to the job total exactly.
| Line item | What & how much | Low | High | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Material | 1"x6" contractor grade fence boards + pressure-treated posts20 posts | $797 | $2,989 | derived from tracked prices |
| Labor, setup and install | 2-person fence crewper job | $927 | $3,477 | derived from tracked prices |
| Job Supplies | Concrete, fasteners, hingesper job | $37 | $139 | derived from tracked prices |
| Equipment Allowance | Post-hole auger rentalper job | $37 | $139 | derived from tracked prices |
| Remove & Haul | Old fence removal (if replacing)per job | $19 | $70 | derived from tracked prices |
| Disposal | Debris disposalper job | $9 | $35 | derived from tracked prices |
| Unused Min Labor | Job site prep and cleanupper job | $28 | $104 | derived from tracked prices |
| Total, typical job | $1,854 | $6,953 | = page totals | |
Split shares are derived from our tracked labor-share data and typical job cost structures; material quantities are calculated from the job dimensions. Estimates are for planning purposes only. Actual prices vary by project details — always confirm with on-site quotes from licensed contractors.
Fence Installation prices across Arizona metros
Published prices are usually city-level — the state range above is aggregated from these metros.
Phoenix
$12.00–$45.00 per linear ft installed
Tucson
$20.00–$40.00 per linear ft installed
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Frequently asked questions
How much does fence installation cost in Arizona?
In Arizona, expect $12.00–$45.00 per linear ft installed. A 150 linear ft of 6-ft wood privacy fence typically runs $1,854–$6,953, with most projects landing near $4,326.
Is fence installation more expensive in Arizona than the national average?
Arizona prices are close to the national average ($28.00 vs $29.00 per linear ft installed).
How much of the fence installation price is labor vs materials?
Typically about 50% of the total goes to labor and 50% to materials. Labor share climbs on smaller or more complex jobs and in high-cost metros.
How can I pay less for fence installation?
Get at least three itemized quotes — spreads of 20%+ between contractors are common. Schedule work in the off-season (late fall through winter for most exterior projects), bundle neighboring projects together, and keep finishes at mid-range: upgrades on visible surfaces give the best value per dollar.