No price survey covers Dothan alone, so this page uses Angi's national figures. They're a yardstick for a written quote.
- national average installed
- $3,211
- typical national range
- $1,856-$4,750
- average per linear foot
- $23
- national average permit
- $20-$60
| Material | Per linear foot |
|---|---|
| Chain link | $8 to $40 |
| Wood | $10 to $45 |
| Composite | $11 to $45 |
| Vinyl | $15 to $40 |
| Aluminum | $17 to $90 |
| Wrought iron | $25 to $55 |
Extras
- Gates: under $150 to around $2,000; side gates often $400 to $1,200.
- Old fence removal: about $3 to $5 per linear foot.
- Labor: about half of a typical job.
- City permit: fee per Dothan's fee schedule; ask Permits and Inspections.
Example
200 feet of chain link around a back yard: $1,600 to $8,000 at the national per-foot range, plus gates. The same run in wood privacy: $2,000 to $9,000.
What moves Dothan prices
- Lot size: bigger lots mean longer runs.
- Easements: a hold harmless agreement, or routing around the easement.
- Sandy soil: deeper or concreted posts at corners and gates.
Sources
- Angi: How Much Does Fence Installation Cost? (national survey data, checked November 2026)
- City of Dothan: Permit Requirements
Sources checked November 10, 2026. Ordinances, forms and prices change, so the linked page has the last word.