50 Feet of Post & Rail Fence: Materials & Cost
A 50-foot post & rail fence (4 ft tall, posts every 8 ft) needs about 10 posts, 10 bags of concrete, and 21 rails. Expect roughly $400–$750 in materials.
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Posts
10
Concrete
10
Rails Only
0
Rails
21
Est. Cost
$400–$750
Your 50-Foot Post & Rail Shopping List
Simple, ranch-style fence with smooth or rough-sawn rails between posts. More finished look than split rail. Popular for horse properties and acreages.
At 8-foot spacing, 50 feet divides into 7 sections. That means 8 line and end posts, plus 2 gate posts if you add a walk gate, for 10 posts total. Each post takes 1 bags of 60 lb concrete, so buy 10 bags. With 3 rails per section you need 21 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 Post & Rail
| Material | Qty | Est. Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Fence Posts (4×4×6 ft) | 10 | $150 |
| Concrete Mix (60 lb bags) | 10 | $60 |
| Rails (2×4×8 ft) | 21 | $147 |
| Total Estimated Materials | $400 – $750 |
Other Lengths of Post & Rail 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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