The price tag on a sleek, black vinyl-coated chainlink fence swings based on how tall and long it is.

A black vinyl chain link fence costs $10 to $34 per linear foot installed. The average cost of a 150’ vinyl-coated chain-link fence ranges from $1,500 to $4,800. Black vinyl chain-link fence prices are $5 to $19 per linear foot for materials, plus $5 to $15 per linear foot for labor.

In this article, I will help you learn about the chain link fence price tag and give you details you can use to evaluate this type of fencing.

To install a 150’ long black chain-link fence you will have to pay $1,500 to $4,800 on average. Depending on height, a 4-, 5-, or 6-foot black vinyl chain-link fence costs $10 to $29 per linear foot installed. A vinyl-coated chain-link fence costs $5 to $19 per linear foot for materials, plus $5 to $15 per foot for labor.

Chain Link Fence Cost by Lenght & Height

Linear Feet4 Foot Tall6 Foot Tall8 Foot Tall
50$500 - $1,350$600 - $1,450$650 - $1,600
100$1,000 - $2,700$1,200 - $2,900$1,300 - $3,200
150$1,500 - $4,000$,1,800 - $4,400$1,950 - $4,800
200$2,000 - $5,400$2,400 - $5,800$2,600 - $6,400
300$3,000 - $8,100$3,600 - $8,700$3,900 - $9,600
400$4,000 - $10,800$4,800 - $11,600$5,200 - $12,800

With proper and regular maintenance, which is quite low, the chain-link fences can last up to 20 years, and because of the vinyl coating, these fences are protected from rust, corrosion, moisture, fading, and lasts a little longer than galvanized type.

Average Cost to Install a Black Chain Link Fencing

4’ high by 8’ wide sections of black chain-link fence, cost $80 – $200 each installed. The table below shows an average 4’ to 8’ high and 150’ long residential chain link fence installation costs:

Low-End Cost$500
High-End Cost$7,000
Average Range$1,500 - 4,800
National Average Cost$2,900

Black Chain-Link Fence Prices per Foot

A 4-, 5-, or 6-foot black chain-link fence costs $10 – $29 per foot, and an 8- to 10-foot fence costs $13 – $34 per foot installed. Vinyl-coated chain-link fence material costs $5 – $19 per linear foot, and labor costs $5 – $15 per linear foot. The numbers presented in the following table refer to mesh fabric, post, and all hardware without gates.

HeightMaterial Cost per FootTotal Cost per Foot
4’$5 - $12$10 - $27
5’$6 - $13$11 - $28
6’$7 - $14$12 - $29
8’$8 - $17$13 - $32
10’$9 - $19$14 - $34

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Average Cost of Black Chain-Link Fence Installed

Average Cost of Black Chain Link Fence Per Foot Installed.

FactorAverage Cost per Foot
Mesh Fabric$2 - $8
Posts and Hardware$3 - $9
Labor$5 - $15
Total$10 - $32

There are several cost factors that affect the total project cost:

  1. The height and length of the fence;
  2. Number of gates;
  3. Quality and gauge (size) of the mesh;
  4. Size of diamonds or mesh holes;
  5. Job complexity and terrain difficulty;
  6. Permits and inspection fees from $40 to $150

Wire mesh for residential use is typically 9 to 12 gauge in 2’’ diamond, while smaller diamonds and gauges cost more.

How Long Does it Take for Chain Link Fence Installation

Black powder-coated chain-link fence material cost

Vinyl-coated chain-link materials cost around 50% of the total project cost, $5 to $19 per linear foot. Fence posts, frameworks, and other fittings only come in a colored powder coating, while chain-link fabric mesh comes in either vinyl coatings or galvanizing treatments.

Material Prices (*includes rails, caps, bolts, ties, tension bars, and tension bands)

PartAverage Material Price
Wire Mesh$2 - $8 per linear foot
Terminal Post$20 - $35 each
Line Post$15 - $25 each
Single Gate$100 - $300 each
Double Gate$150 - $800 each
Additional Hardware*$1 - $3 per linear foot

Black Chain-Link Fence Gate Cost

Depending on the size and opening design, a residential black chain-link gate costs $130 to $1,000 installed. Vinyl-coated commercial rolling gates cost $1,400 to $3,000 installed.

TypeAverage CostFeatures
Single Walk-Through$130 - $4503’ - 6’ tall

3’ - 6’ wide

Hinges on one side
Double Drive-Through$200 - $1,0003’ - 6’ tall

8’ - 12’ wide

2 gates open from the middle
Rolling Gate$1,400 - $3,0006’ - 8’ tall

8’ - 30’ wide

Rolls open on rails

The table above is for the total installation cost, while the labor alone costs $30 to $120 per gate depending on the size and type.

Vinyl-Coated Chain-Link Fence Cost

Vinyl-coated chain-link fence costs $1,000 to $3,400 per 100 linear feet installed, depending on the height, coating type, and color. Prices increase for removing old fencing or debris disposal.

HeightCost per FootCost per 100 Linear Feet
4’$10 - $27$1,000 - $2,700
6’$12 - $29$1,200 - $2,900
8’$13 - $32$1,300 - $3,200
10’$14 - $34$1,400 - $3,400

Types of Vinyl-Coated Chain-Link Fences

There are a few available types of vinyl coatings, extruded, extruded and bonded, or thermally bonded. Wire size may be calculated on the underlying core wire or with coating thickness included.

TypeFeatures
Class 1 - ExtrudedResidential application

Thin coating pulled over the wire

Tears or peels easily
Class 2A - Extruded and BondedResidential or commercial applications

Coating bonded to wire with glue

Longer lasting
Class 2B - Thermally BondedFor industrial settings and commercial applications

PVC chemically fused to steel wire

Strongest vinyl coating

High cracking and peeling resistance

Permanently bonded color coating

Brown, White, and Green Chain-Link Fence Prices

Brown, white, and green chain-link fences cost $2 to $8 per linear foot in materials or $10 to $34 per foot installed. Less-common colors include shades of grey, beige, and redwood.

On the other hand, custom colors cost more, take longer to make, and have a minimum order requirement.

Pros and Cons of Vinyl Chain-Link Fences

All fence types have their advantages and disadvantages. It’s important to be aware of them when deciding whether this type of fence is best for you.

Pros

  • Relatively cheap to buy and install
  • Available in a range of colors.
  • Corrosion resistant. The vinyl cover ensures that the chain link fence does not rust or lose its tension.
  • Durability. Without corrosion, the black chain link fence easily completes its lifetime with little maintenance.
  • Little maintenance is required. Regular cleaning with a hose spray removes any dirt particles on the fence.
  • Easy to install

 

 

Cons

They do look a little ugly on residential properties, in my experience.

 

Chain-link Vinyl Fence VS Other Vinyl Fences

Vinyl-coated fences cost $10 to $34 per foot, while “regular” vinyl fence costs $15 to $30 per foot installed. Both types are durable and low maintenance.

TypeProsCons
Vinyl Chain LinkLasts 20+ years

Affordable

Withstand high winds

Resists rust

Waterproof

Easy upkeep
It will rust if vinyl coating chips off

No privacy

Easy to climb
Vinyl Fence PanelsColor doesn’t wear off

20+ years lifespan

Rust, pets, and water damage resistant

Privacy with solid slats

Upkeep - free

Harder to climb

Boosts curb appeal and increase the resale value
More expensive

Cracks in extreme temperatures

Doesn’t withstand high winds

FAQ's

With proper maintenance expect your chain-link fence to last up to 20 years. The vinyl coating makes the galvanized steel wire more rust and corrosion-resistant. Thicker 6- to 9- gauge wire lasts even longer. Wet, humid, and salty coastal areas may decrease the lifespan of a chain-link fence.

If you deal with skilled fence installers, the installation of chain-link fences takes 2 to 5 days on average. One day will go on set the post-in-ground with cement. Fence installers let cement cure from 1 to 4 days, depending on the cement type. Most contractors install 80 to 150 feet per day.

Black chain-link vinyl fences usually have a 10 to 15 years manufacturer warranty against fading, chipping, and peeling. Many homeowners renew their chain link fences by painting them black.

Black cyclone fencing, aka hurricane fencing, is the same as a black, vinyl-coated chain-link fence. This type of fencing is popular in coastal and storm-prone areas as wind and water pass through it.

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