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Example Calculations

1400 ft Perimeter Poly Mesh Fence

Inputs

Perimeter400 ft

Mesh TypePoly Mesh

Post Spacing10 ft

Gates1

Gate Width4 ft

Result

Fence Posts41

Mesh Rolls (100ft)4

Tension Wire1,188 ft

Fence = 400 - 4 = 396 ft. Posts = ceil(396/10)+1 = 41. Mesh = ceil(396/100) = 4 rolls. Wire = 396×3 = 1,188 ft.

2800 ft Perimeter Welded Wire Fence

Inputs

Perimeter800 ft

Mesh TypeWelded Wire

Post Spacing8 ft

Gates2

Gate Width4 ft

Result

Fence Posts100

Mesh Rolls (100ft)8

Tension Wire2,376 ft

Fence = 800-8 = 792 ft. Posts = ceil(792/8)+1 = 100. Mesh = ceil(792/100) = 8 rolls. Wire = 792×3 = 2,376 ft.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How tall does a deer fence need to be?

Deer fences must be at least 8 feet tall to prevent white-tailed deer from jumping over. Some sources suggest 7.5 ft is sufficient, but 8 ft provides a safety margin. Shorter fences (5–6 ft) may work if angled outward at 45 degrees.

8 ft: standard deer fence height (recommended)
7.5 ft: minimum effective height
6 ft at 45° angle: alternative design that works for some
10 ft: needed for mule deer in western states
Double fence (two 4 ft fences 4 ft apart) also works

Is poly mesh or welded wire better for deer?

Polypropylene mesh is cheaper, lighter, and nearly invisible from a distance. Welded wire is stronger and lasts longer but costs 2–3x more. Poly mesh is sufficient for deer — they rarely push through fencing, they jump over it.

Poly mesh: $0.30–$0.60/ft, 15–20 year lifespan
Welded wire: $1–$2/ft, 25+ year lifespan
Poly mesh is nearly invisible (aesthetic advantage)
Welded wire also stops smaller animals (rabbits, groundhogs)
Metal mesh is better if bears or elk are a concern

Type	Cost/ft	Lifespan	Visibility
Poly Mesh	$0.30–$0.60	15–20 yrs	Nearly invisible
Welded Wire	$1–$2	25+ yrs	Visible

How deep should deer fence posts be?

Deer fence posts should be buried 2 feet deep for stability. With an 8 ft fence, use 10 ft posts (8 ft above ground + 2 ft buried). Corner and gate posts should be set in concrete for maximum strength.

Post length: 10 ft (8 above + 2 buried)
Line posts: 10 ft spacing for poly mesh, 8 ft for wire
Corner posts: set in concrete, use 4×4 or larger
Gate posts: set in concrete, 6×6 for heavy gates
Add tension wire at top, middle, and bottom

How much does deer fencing cost per foot?

A complete deer fence costs $3–$8 per linear foot for DIY poly mesh installation, or $8–$15 per foot professionally installed. A 400 ft perimeter fence costs $1,200–$3,200 DIY.

DIY poly mesh: $3–$5 per linear foot
DIY welded wire: $5–$8 per linear foot
Professional install: $8–$15 per linear foot
400 ft perimeter: $1,200–$3,200 DIY
Gates add $100–$300 each installed

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Last Updated: Jul 24, 2026

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Deer Fence Calculator — 8ft Posts, Mesh & Gates

Plan 8ft deer-proof fencing with posts, mesh, and gate materials

Fence Posts

Mesh Rolls

Fence Length

396 ft

Gates

Units

Perimeter (ft)

Post Spacing (ft)

Gates

Gate Width (ft)

8 ft Deer Fence Posts

10 ft each (8ft + 2ft buried)

Mesh Rolls

Fence Length

396 ft