7 Foot Fence Calculator
A 7-foot fence adds privacy on sloped lots, beside a raised deck, or next to a two-story neighbor. It is also a common height for deer exclusion around gardens.
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Posts
20
Concrete
40
Pickets
320
Rails
51
Est. Cost
$1,500–$2,500
Building a 7-Foot Fence
For a 7-foot fence, use 10-foot 6×6 posts set about 36 inches deep, spaced every 6 feet, with 4 horizontal rails per section and about 3 bags of 60 lb concrete per post. A 100-foot run works out to 20 posts (including one gate), 60 bags of concrete, 68 rails, and about 320 pickets if you use standard 3.5-inch boards.
Codes and permits: Seven feet exceeds the default residential limit in many places, so expect to need a permit and possibly a variance or neighbor sign-off.
7 ft Fence Materials by Length
| Length | Posts | Concrete bags | Rails | Pickets | Material cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 50 ft | 12 | 36 | 36 | 160 | $1,000–$1,600 |
| 100 ft | 20 | 60 | 68 | 320 | $2,000–$3,200 |
| 150 ft | 28 | 84 | 100 | 480 | $3,000–$4,800 |
| 200 ft | 37 | 111 | 136 | 640 | $4,000–$6,400 |
| 300 ft | 53 | 159 | 200 | 960 | $6,000–$9,600 |
Includes one walk gate (2 extra posts). Wood fence estimates; costs vary by region.
Other Fence Heights
Recommended Materials
Pressure-Treated Fence Post 4×4×8
Ground-contact rated, ideal for all fence types.
$12 – $18
Cedar Dog-Ear Picket 1×6×6
Naturally rot-resistant, smooth on one side.
$3 – $6
Quikrete 60 lb Fast-Setting Concrete
Sets in 20-40 minutes. No mixing required.
$5 – $7
Post Hole Digger – Fiberglass Handle
Heavy-duty clamshell digger for clean holes.
$35 – $55
Simpson Strong-Tie Fence Bracket
Galvanized L-bracket for rail-to-post connections.
$4 – $8
Decorative Post Cap 4×4
Copper-top cap, fits standard 4×4 posts.
$5 – $12