# Wrought Iron Fence Cost Calculator

Wrought iron fence cost calculator. Estimates material, labor, and gate pricing by height, style, and region. Covers cost of wrought iron fence per foot at 4, 5, 6, and 8 feet.

## What this calculates

Wrought iron fencing costs $40-$135 per linear foot installed depending on height, style, and region. This wrought iron fence cost calculator separates material from labor and adds walk and drive gate pricing so you can compare bids line by line or price a DIY-install vs a pro job. Because true hand-forged iron is rare today, the numbers below cover both welded steel picket (the vast majority of modern installs) and custom wrought ironwork.

## Inputs

- **Fence Length** (ft) — min 0 — Total linear feet of wrought iron fence
- **Fence Height** — options: 4 ft (front yard / decorative), 5 ft (standard residential), 6 ft (privacy / security), 8 ft (commercial / max security)
- **Style / Grade** — options: Basic (plain pickets, black powder coat), Standard (rings, spear tops, quality powder coat), Decorative (scrolls, finials, custom color), Custom wrought / hand-forged — Custom hand-forged is true wrought iron; others are welded steel picket
- **Labor** — options: DIY (materials only), Professional installation
- **Regional Cost Level** — options: Low (rural, South, Midwest), Average (most suburban markets), High (coastal urban, NE, CA)
- **Walk Gates** — min 0, max 10 — Standard 4-foot walk-through gates
- **Drive Gates (12 ft)** — min 0, max 5 — 12-foot-wide drive gates

## Outputs

- **Material Cost** — formatted as currency — Panels, posts, caps, hardware
- **Installation Labor** — formatted as currency
- **Gate Cost (added)** — formatted as currency — Walk and drive gates installed
- **Total Installed Cost** — formatted as currency
- **Cost per Foot (installed)** — formatted as currency — Wrought iron fence cost per foot installed
- **Material Cost per Foot** — formatted as currency — Panels and hardware per linear foot

## Details

## Cost of Wrought Iron Fence per Foot (2025)

| Height | Material per LF | Installed per LF | Typical Use |
|--------|-----------------|------------------|-------------|
| 4 ft | $30-60 | $50-95 | Front yard, decorative |
| 5 ft | $40-75 | $65-120 | Standard residential |
| 6 ft | $55-95 | $90-155 | Privacy, security |
| 8 ft | $85-135 | $140-220 | Commercial, pool code, max security |

These numbers match 2025 HomeAdvisor, Angi, Fence Builders US, and Fixr guides for the cost of wrought iron fence per foot.

## Wrought Iron Fence Cost per Foot Installed

Wrought iron fence cost per foot installed averages $65-$120 at 5 ft height in standard decorative style. Labor runs about 60% of materials on wrought iron because the panels arrive pre-welded and just drop onto set posts. Compare that to wood, where labor is 50% and a lot of on-site cutting happens.

- **Basic plain-picket, black powder coat:** $50-80/LF installed
- **Standard with rings and spear tops:** $70-120/LF installed
- **Decorative with scrolls and finials:** $100-160/LF installed
- **Custom hand-forged true wrought:** $200-400/LF installed (artisan rate)

## 4 Wrought Iron Fence Cost

A 4 wrought iron fence cost breakdown for a 100 ft run at standard style:

- Materials: 100 x $38 = $3,800
- Labor (pro): $3,800 x 0.6 = $2,280
- One walk gate: $520 installed
- **Total installed: $6,600** (about $66 per linear foot)

Going to 6 ft for the same 100 ft run: materials $6,800 + labor $4,080 + gate $650 = $11,530 installed ($115/LF).

## What Drives Wrought Iron Fence Cost Up

- **Decorative detail:** scrolls, finials, rings, and arches add 25-50% to material
- **Custom color powder coat:** white or bronze add $3-7/LF; true copper or brass finish $12-25/LF
- **Curved or arched sections:** custom panels are 40-75% more than straight runs
- **Rocky or sloped terrain:** posts need core drilling or longer sleeves, +15-25% labor
- **Permits:** $100-400 in most jurisdictions
- **Removal of old fence:** $4-10/LF additional

## DIY vs Pro Install

DIY wrought iron fence saves 35-45% (labor portion). Material-only cost for a 100 ft, 5 ft tall, standard panel fence is about $5,000-6,000. A DIY install takes 2-3 weekends for 100 LF if you have a post-hole digger, level, concrete, and an assistant. The hardest part is getting posts plumb and in line before the concrete sets. Pros use pneumatic drivers and a GPS layout tool; they finish a 100 LF run in one day.

## Wrought Iron vs Aluminum

Aluminum ornamental fence looks nearly identical but costs 20-30% less than wrought iron welded steel panel. Aluminum will not rust. It weighs 1/3 as much. The trade-off is rigidity and presence: wrought iron has a heavier, more substantial feel and holds up to impact better. For pool fencing or coastal installs, most specifiers choose aluminum. For historic-district work, wrought iron is specified by code.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q: What is the cost of wrought iron fence per foot?**

A: Cost of wrought iron fence per foot averages $50-$95 installed at 4 ft height, $65-$120 at 5 ft, $90-$155 at 6 ft, and $140-$220 at 8 ft in 2025. Material-only pricing is roughly 60% of installed pricing. Decorative styles with finials and scrolls add 25-50%.

**Q: What is wrought iron fence cost per foot installed for a typical home?**

A: Wrought iron fence cost per foot installed for a typical suburban home at 5 ft height, standard style runs $65-$120. A 100 ft run with one walk gate totals about $6,500-$11,500 installed by a licensed fence contractor. Add about 25% if you are in a high-cost coastal urban market.

**Q: What does a 4 wrought iron fence cost to install?**

A: A 4 wrought iron fence cost at standard style runs $50-$80 per linear foot installed. For a 100 ft run with one walk gate: about $5,500-$7,500 total. 4 ft is the most common front yard height. It is usually the cheapest per foot because panels are lighter and post spacing can be wider.

**Q: Is wrought iron more expensive than aluminum?**

A: Yes, about 20-30% more than equivalent aluminum ornamental fence. A 5 ft standard wrought iron panel fence costs $65-$120 per linear foot installed vs $50-$90 for aluminum. Wrought iron is heavier, more rigid, and feels more substantial, so it is preferred for historic and estate properties. Aluminum is the better value for most modern installs.

**Q: How long does a wrought iron fence last?**

A: A quality powder-coated welded steel wrought iron fence lasts 40-60 years with minimal maintenance. Touch up any scratches within a year to prevent rust. True hand-forged wrought iron can last 100+ years if maintained. The weak points are at the ground line where moisture collects and at welds where powder coating is thin.

**Q: Can I install a wrought iron fence myself?**

A: Yes, with help. Pre-welded panels make DIY feasible: dig and set posts in concrete, let them cure, then drop panels onto brackets. Expect 2-3 weekends for 100 LF. You save 35-45% on labor. The hardest steps are keeping posts plumb, in line, and at correct spacing (6-8 ft apart depending on panel size). Use a string line, level, and a helper.

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Source: https://vastcalc.com/calculators/construction/wrought-iron-fence-cost
Category: Construction
Last updated: 2026-04-08