HomeAdvisor says most homeowners pay $10 to $20 a linear foot for chain link. HomeAdvisor says length and height set most of the final price, along with gauge and extras like gates or privacy slats.
By height
HomeAdvisor's chain link guide, per linear foot:
| Height | Per linear foot |
|---|---|
| 4 feet | $8 to $20 |
| 6 feet | $10 to $29 |
| 8 feet | $12 to $34 |
Fixr's range for installed chain link is wider, $12.25 to $40 a linear foot.
How long it lasts
HomeAdvisor says a well-kept chain link fence typically lasts 15 to 20 years. Fixr puts a chain link repair at $300 to $600.
Sources: HomeAdvisor chain link fence cost guide (June 2026); Fixr fence installation costs (January 2025); Fixr fence repair costs (August 2025).