Arkansas · 2026 cost guide
How much does a fence cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, a fence costs about $1,900–$5,600 in 2026 for about 150 linear feet of 6-foot privacy fence — roughly $12.9–$38.7 per linear foot. That’s about 14% below the U.S. average.
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Arkansas cost breakdown
| Typical total (about 150 linear feet of 6-foot privacy fence) | $1,900–$5,600 |
| Per linear foot | $12.9–$38.7 |
| Metro areas (Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith) | up to ~$6,000 |
| Versus U.S. average | about 14% below average |
What’s different about Arkansas
Arkansas sits near the severe-storm belt, where hail and high winds favor impact-resistant materials, and humid summers add to moisture-related upkeep.
- Severe-storm exposure favors impact-resistant materials.
- Humidity favors moisture- and mildew-resistant materials.
Expect quotes toward the higher end in Arkansas’s larger metros — Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith — where labor and permit costs run above the state average, and lower in rural areas.
How the cost is built
Fence cost depends on linear footage, height, and material — chain-link and wood are cheaper, while vinyl, aluminum, and composite cost more. Gates, sloped or rocky terrain, post setting in concrete, and tearing out an old fence all raise the price.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a fence cost in Arkansas?
In Arkansas, a fence costs about $1,900 to $5,600 in 2026 for about 150 linear feet of 6-foot privacy fence — roughly 12.9–38.7 per linear foot. That's about 14% below the national average, reflecting local labor and material costs.
What affects the cost of a fence in Arkansas?
Arkansas sits near the severe-storm belt, where hail and high winds favor impact-resistant materials, and humid summers add to moisture-related upkeep. Severe-storm exposure favors impact-resistant materials.
How can I get an accurate fence installation estimate for my home?
Use the free Fence Calculator to plug in your real measurements and materials, then collect two or three local quotes to compare. Within Arkansas, prices run higher in metros like Little Rock, Fayetteville, and Fort Smith and lower in rural areas.
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The Arkansas figure is the national installed-cost range scaled by a Arkansas regional cost index (its construction costs run about 14% below the U.S. average), then adjusted for the local climate and code factors above. It’s a 2026 planning estimate, not a quote — get local bids before budgeting.
- Smart Cost Hub methodology — how our cost ranges and indices are built
- U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics — Producer Price Index (construction materials)