Quick answer: a typical backyard cedar privacy fence in the San Antonio area runs about $24 to $40 per linear foot installed, based on 2026 published pricing. For a 150-foot backyard, that's roughly $3,600 to $6,000 before gates.
Fence prices per foot, by type
| Fence type | Installed, per linear foot | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Cedar privacy fence, standard (San Antonio metro) | $24–$40 | Fence Advisors |
| Cedar privacy fence, board-on-board (San Antonio metro) | $28–$45 | Fence Advisors |
| 6-ft wood privacy fence (national) | $25–$50 | HomeGuide |
| Chain link, 4 ft | $10–$20 | HomeGuide |
| Chain link, 6–8 ft | $15–$40+ | HomeGuide |
| Wrought iron | $50–$85 | HomeGuide |
| Barbed wire | $3–$6 | HomeGuide |
These are published ranges checked October 1, 2026, not quotes. Prices change with material costs and contractor demand.
Example totals
| Project | Rate used | Estimated total |
|---|---|---|
| 150 ft, 6-ft cedar privacy backyard | $24–$40/ft | $3,600–$6,000 |
| 200 ft, 4-ft chain link | $10–$20/ft | $2,000–$4,000 |
| 80 ft, iron front-yard fence | $50–$85/ft | $4,000–$6,800 |
| ¼ mile (1,320 ft), barbed wire | $3–$6/ft | $3,960–$7,920 |
Totals are length × per-foot range, before gates, removal of an old fence and any permit.
What pushes the price up or down here
- Rock. West of I-35, toward Canyon Lake and Bulverde, posts often have to be drilled into limestone. That takes more time and equipment than augering soil.
- Clay. East toward Seguin, expansive clay calls for deeper, well-set posts, and steel posts are often worth paying for.
- Slope. Hill Country lots often need stepped or racked panels, which take more labor than flat runs.
- Height. 8 feet costs noticeably more than 6, and in New Braunfels a fence over 7 feet needs a permit.
- Gates. Each gate adds hardware and labor. Drive gates and automatic openers add the most.
- Tear-out. Removing and hauling off an old fence is usually a separate line item.
- Access. Tight side yards, landscaping and pools slow the work down.
- HOA specs. Required styles such as board-on-board, cap and trim, or a specific stain cost more than a basic fence.
How to measure your fence line
Walk the line with a long tape measure, or use a satellite map's measuring tool for a rough number. Add each side, subtract the house wall the fence ties into, and note each gate and its width. A rough total is enough to get a ballpark. The contractor will measure exactly.
How to compare quotes
- Is it per foot or itemized? Make sure gates, tear-out and haul-off are listed.
- Same post spec? Wood versus steel posts, hole depth and concrete change both price and lifespan.
- Same lumber? Cedar versus pine, picket thickness, and whether a rot board and cap are included.
- Who handles the 811 locate, any permit and HOA paperwork?
- What's the warranty on workmanship, and for how long?
- What's the payment schedule? Be careful with large upfront payments.
Repair costs
HomeGuide puts standard fence repairs at $300 to $900, a single post replacement at $250 to $600, and gate repairs at $50 to $400. See fence repair.
Sources
- Fence Advisors: How much does a fence cost in Texas? (2026)
- HomeGuide: Fence installation cost (2026)
- HomeGuide: Wood fence cost (2026)
- HomeGuide: Chain-link fence cost (2026)
- HomeGuide: Wrought iron fence cost (2026)
- HomeGuide: Barbed wire fence cost (2026)
- HomeGuide: Fence repair cost (2026)
Common questions
How much does a 6-foot privacy fence cost in New Braunfels?
Published 2026 pricing for a standard cedar privacy fence in the San Antonio metro is $24 to $40 per linear foot installed. A 150-foot backyard works out to roughly $3,600 to $6,000 before gates.
What's the cheapest type of fence?
For ranch land, barbed wire, at about $3 to $6 per foot. For a residential yard, chain link, at about $10 to $20 per foot for a 4-foot fence.
Why do quotes for the same fence differ so much?
Usually different post specs, lumber grades, tear-out, gates and warranty. Line the quotes up item by item before comparing totals.