50 Feet of Chain Link Fence: Materials & Cost
A 50-foot chain link fence (4 ft tall, posts every 10 ft) needs about 8 posts, 16 bags of concrete, and 1 roll of 50-foot mesh fabric. Expect roughly $400–$750 in materials.
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Posts
8
Concrete
16
Mesh Rolls (50 ft)
1
Rails
5
Est. Cost
$400–$750
Your 50-Foot Chain Link Shopping List
Affordable and durable galvanized steel mesh. Ideal for property boundaries, dog runs, and utility areas. Available in 4, 5, and 6-foot heights.
At 10-foot spacing, 50 feet divides into 5 sections. That means 6 line and end posts, plus 2 gate posts if you add a walk gate, for 8 posts total. Each post takes 2 bags of 60 lb concrete, so buy 16 bags. With 1 rails per section you need 5 rails.
Doing it yourself, material cost is about $400–$750. Hiring a contractor typically adds $5–$15 per foot in labor, or about $250–$750 for this length, for an installed total near $650–$1,500. Prices vary by region, so treat these as planning numbers.
Materials List – 50 ft of Chain Link
| Material | Qty | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Posts (4×4×6 ft) | 8 | $120 |
| Concrete Mix (60 lb bags) | 16 | $96 |
| Rails (2×4×10 ft) | 5 | $35 |
| Mesh Rolls (50 ft) | 1 | $70 |
| Total Estimated Materials | $400 – $750 |
Other Lengths of Chain Link Fence
50 Feet of Other Fence Types
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Quikrete 60 lb Fast-Setting Concrete
Sets in 20-40 minutes. No mixing required.
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Post Hole Digger – Fiberglass Handle
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Simpson Strong-Tie Fence Bracket
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Decorative Post Cap 4×4
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