Fence Installation Cost in Portland (2026)
Average cost in Portland
US$2,500 — US$18,000
US$15 — US$120 per sq ft
Cost Breakdown
ItemizedCedar, vinyl, or metal components
45%
Installation and site prep
45%
City of Portland surcharges
5%
Old fence haul-away
5%
None at 0%
📋What's Included
ScopeTypically Includes
- Posts & concrete footings
- Rails & pickets/panels
- Hardware
- Standard gate (1)
- Labor & installation
- Demolition of old fence
Typically Excludes
- Premium materials (wrought iron, composite)
- Extra gates
- Painting or staining
- Permits
- Grading & land prep
Based on a standard 150 linear ft wood privacy fence, 6 ft tall.
🧮Estimate Your Cost
InteractiveEstimated Cost
US$6,400 — US$9,600
Based on 12 sources and market data for Portland. Actual costs may vary depending on specific project requirements.
📈Price Momentum
Year-over-year~1 year ago
US$6,655
Today
US$6,888
Fence Installation in Portland is ↑ 3.5% compared to roughly a year ago — about US$233 more on the average project.
Comparison derived from the year-over-year change rate, not a month-by-month price index. We don't store historical snapshots yet — when we do, this will become a real time series.
🏢Top Fence Install Contractors in Portland
Verified providersCascade Fence & Deck
6529 NE Sandy Blvd Ste 207, Portland, OR 97213, USA
202 reviews
Above All Fences, Decks & Construction
7424 SW Fir St, Tigard, OR 97223, USA
58 reviews
Rick's Custom Fencing & Decking
17855 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97230, USA
388 reviews
Provider data sourced from public business directories. Ratings and reviews are public and may change. LookupCost is not affiliated with listed providers.
💬What People Actually Paid
Community❓Common Questions
In Portland, wood, wire mesh, and chain link fences 7 feet or shorter are exempt from building permits per Oregon state law. However, pool enclosures always require a permit, and front yard fences over 3.5 feet may face zoning restrictions.
Western Red Cedar is the local standard because its natural oils resist rot and fungal decay caused by Portland's 36-43 inches of annual rain. Professionally installed cedar privacy fences typically cost between $35 and $60 per linear foot in 2026.
Standard walk gates typically add $300 to $500 each, while double-drive gates or custom decorative gates range from $600 to $1,500 depending on the hardware and width.
Yes, challenging terrain common in areas like the West Hills or Northeast Portland can increase labor costs by 20% to 40% due to the need for stepping or racking the fence panels and additional manual excavation.
📊Our Methodology
How we collect dataAggregated from 12+ verified web sources and cost databases
Licensed contractor estimates and regional cost guides
Government construction and labor statistics
Community-reported project costs and reviews
Last data collection: 2 weeks ago. Updates run weekly. All costs in USD.
About this data
Cost figures are estimates synthesized from public market data using AI research and refreshed regularly. Real project costs vary by scope, materials, contractor, and site conditions. Always get verified quotes from licensed contractors for your specific project.
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