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Aluminum Fence Cost: Per Linear Foot in 2026

Estimate aluminum fence installation cost per linear foot — with the free fence calculator.

Aluminum fencing looks like wrought iron, never rusts and needs no maintenance — the premium pick for curb appeal. Here's the real 2026 cost.

THE SHORT ANSWER

The short answer

Aluminum fences run $25–$60+ per linear foot installed in 2026. Standard residential runs $25–$45; ornamental styles $50–$100+. A 150-foot run runs $4,000–$9,000. It's 2-3× chain link but lasts 30+ years.

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What it costs

Standard aluminum runs $25–$45 per linear foot installed. Ornamental and decorative styles run $50–$100+. Materials run $15–$35; labor $10–$20. A typical 150-foot run runs $4,000–$9,000. Gates add $300–$1,500 each.

  • Standard: $25–$45 per linear ft
  • Ornamental: $50–$100+
  • Materials: $15–$35
  • 150-ft run: $4,000–$9,000
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Aluminum vs wrought iron

Aluminum looks like wrought iron but never rusts and needs zero maintenance — wrought iron needs repainting every few years. Aluminum costs about the same installed and wins on lifetime cost. It's lighter, so install is faster.

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CALCULATED RESULTUSD
Total fence cost$4,500.00
Per linear foot$30.00
Materials$2,700.00
Labor$1,800.00
Total cost$4,500.00
FORMULA USED150 ft × ($18.00 + $12.00) = $4,500.00
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