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Cedar Fence Cost in 2026
Cedar is the premium wood for fences: it resists rot and insects on its own, stays straighter than pine and weathers to a silver gray if you leave it unstained. It costs about 20% more than pressure-treated pine upfront and usually lasts years longer.
Cost per foot
$20 - $55
150 ft fence
$3,000 - $8,250
Lifespan
15-25 years
Average / foot
$38
How much does 100, 200 or 500 feet of cedar fence cost?
Installed price on flat ground, materials and labor included, no gates. Add $150-$400 for each walk gate.
| Fence length | Total installed | Typical average |
|---|---|---|
| 50 ft | $1,000 - $2,750 | $1,875 |
| 100 ft | $2,000 - $5,500 | $3,750 |
| 150 ft | $3,000 - $8,250 | $5,625 |
| 200 ft | $4,000 - $11,000 | $7,500 |
| 300 ft | $6,000 - $16,500 | $11,250 |
| 500 ft | $10,000 - $27,500 | $18,750 |
Cedar Fence cost per foot by height
Installed price per linear foot. Taller fences need longer posts and more material, and most towns ask for a permit above 6 ft.
| Height | Wood (Pine) | Wood (Cedar) |
|---|---|---|
| 4 ft | $14 - $38 | $17 - $47 |
| 5 ft | $16 - $43 | $19 - $52 |
| 6 ft | $17 - $45 | $20 - $55 |
| 8 ft | $22 - $59 | $26 - $72 |
Cedar Fence pros & cons
Pros
- Naturally resists rot, decay and insects
- Stays straighter than pine, with less warping and cracking
- Lighter boards, so installation goes quicker
- Takes stain well, or weathers to silver gray untreated
- Lasts 15-25 years with basic care
Cons
- Costs about 20% more than pressure-treated pine
- Softer wood dents and scratches more easily
- Needs stain or sealer every 2-3 years to keep its color
- Posts in wet soil still rot without good drainage
Best for
Privacy fencesHumid and rainy climatesOwners who plan to stay 10+ yearsNatural wood look
Not ideal for
Tight budgetsZero-maintenance seekersLivestock fencing
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$17 - $45 / ft
Lasts 10-25 years
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$25 - $60 / ft
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Chain Link Fence
$15 - $40 / ft
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Aluminum Fence
$25 - $55 / ft
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Wrought Iron Fence
$30 - $75 / ft
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Split Rail Fence
$12 - $30 / ft
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Composite Fence
$25 - $65 / ft
Lasts 25-30 years
Privacy Fence
$20 - $60 / ft
Lasts 15-30 years
Fence cost by state
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a cedar fence cost?
A cedar fence costs $20-$55 per linear foot installed at 6 ft tall, so a typical 150 ft backyard fence runs $3,000-$8,250. Board-on-board and shadowbox styles use more boards and land at the top of the range.
How much does it cost to replace a cedar fence?
Replacing a cedar fence costs $23-$63 per linear foot: $20-$55 for the new fence plus $3-$8 to tear out and haul away the old one. For 150 ft that is about $3,450-$9,450.
Is cedar worth the extra cost over pine?
Usually, if you plan to stay. Cedar costs about 20% more upfront but lasts 15-25 years against 10-15 for pressure-treated pine, and it warps less. On a short timeline or a tight budget, pine is the better value.
How long does a cedar fence last?
15-25 years. Staining or sealing every 2-3 years, keeping soil and sprinklers off the boards and setting posts with good drainage push it toward the top of that range.