How Much Does a Wrought Iron Fence Cost?

A wrought iron fence installed in the Dallas–Fort Worth area typically costs $50 to $85 per linear foot, with materials running $35–$60 and labor $15–$25 per foot. Angi's national data puts the average completed project between $1,420 and $5,118, with $3,159 as the typical spend. Your final number depends on height, style, and how much ground you're covering.

Price Per Linear Foot: The Quick Answer

Most homeowners price fencing by the linear foot because it's the easiest way to compare quotes. Here's the range you should expect in the DFW area:

Get quotes for the exact same height and style from each contractor. A "per foot" number means nothing if one bid is for a 3-foot fence and another is for a 6-foot fence.

Cost by Fence Height

Height drives price more than almost anything else. Taller fences need heavier posts, deeper footings, and more material per foot.

A 3-foot decorative border fence for a front yard costs a lot less than a 6-foot privacy-and-security fence around a backyard pool. Pick your height based on what the fence needs to do, not just what looks good.

Cost by Style and Material Grade

"Wrought iron" is the term everyone uses, but most fencing sold today is actually welded steel, not true hand-forged iron. Real hand-forged wrought iron is rare and mostly shows up in custom or restoration work. That's not a downside – modern steel fencing is strong, looks the part, and costs less. Just know what you're buying.

Galvanized coating adds rust protection, which matters in North Texas humidity. Ornamental designs cost more because of the labor to fabricate and install the decorative ironwork, not because the raw metal costs much more.

Total Project Cost Examples

Here's what full projects run based on total fence length:

A standard suburban backyard in Frisco or Plano often runs 100–150 feet of fencing depending on lot shape. Corner lots and larger properties in areas like Arlington or south Fort Worth can push past 200 feet, which adds up fast even at the low end of the per-foot range.

What Pushes Price Up

A few things reliably raise your quote:

• Height above 6 feet. Taller fences need heavier steel and deeper posts, and labor jumps 20–35% on 7-foot-plus fences.
• Custom ornamental work. Scrollwork, finials, and one-off gate designs take more shop time.
• Gates. A basic walk gate runs $200–$650 in materials alone. A single-car driveway gate installed runs $4,000–$6,000, and an automated driveway gate can run $8,500 or more.
• Difficult terrain or access. Slopes, tree roots, and tight side yards slow installation.
• Clay soil. North Texas clay shifts with moisture swings, so footings need to go deeper to stay stable. That adds labor time.
• Old fence removal. Tearing out an existing fence adds $3–$5 per linear foot before the new one goes up.
• Permits and surveys. Most DFW municipalities charge $20–$60 for a fence permit. If your property lines aren't clearly marked, a survey runs $200–$1,000.

What Brings Price Down

• Sticking with a straightforward, low-height design (3–4 feet)
• Plain black steel instead of ornamental detail
• A flat, easily accessible yard with no old fence to remove
• Longer runs, which sometimes see a slightly better per-foot rate due to setup efficiency

FAQ

Is wrought iron more expensive than aluminum or wood?

Yes, usually. Aluminum fencing runs $25–$75 per linear foot installed, wood runs $20–$50, and vinyl runs $30–$60. Iron and steel fencing costs more upfront because it's heavier, stronger, and built for decades of use rather than years. We compare the two directly in wrought iron vs. aluminum fencing.

Why do quotes for the same fence vary so much?

Design complexity, soil conditions, and site access all factor in. Two 100-foot quotes can differ by thousands of dollars if one yard has flat, clear access and the other has slopes, trees, or an old fence to remove first.

Does the price include the gate?

Not always – ask directly. Gates are often priced separately since designs and hardware vary widely, from a simple $200 walk gate to an $8,500 automated driveway gate.

How long does a wrought iron fence last for the money?

With basic maintenance, 50 to 100 years. Quality iron fencing can outlast the house it's protecting, which is part of why the upfront cost pencils out over time. More detail in how long a wrought iron fence lasts.

If you're planning a fence project anywhere in the DFW metro, Autograph Construction is happy to walk your property and put together a real number based on your yard, not a generic estimate. Reach out for a free quote or call (945) 231-3781.

Questions? Call (945) 231-3781