Fence Post Calculator

Calculate posts needed, concrete bags per hole, and total materials for any fence project. Includes hole diameter and depth guide.

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Fence Post Calculator

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Fence Post Results

Total Posts Needed
posts
Bags per Post
50 lb bags
Total Bags
Quikrete 50 lb
Concrete Cost
bag concrete only
Hole Volume (ea)
ft³ per hole
Line Posts Only
standard spacing
Fence Hardware Store Shopping List
Quikrete Fast-Setting 50 lb Bags
Pressure-Treated Posts (4×4×8 ft)
Water for Quikrete (dry-pour method)
Post Hole Digger (rent or buy)
1 two-man auger
💡 Quikrete Fast-Setting Dry-Pour Method: Place the post in the hole, pour the dry Quikrete mix around it, then slowly add water. No mixing required. Post can support weight in 4 hours.
Post Hole & Bag Reference
Hole DiameterDepth 24"Depth 36"Depth 48"
8 inches0.5 bags0.7 bags1 bag
10 inches0.8 bags1 bag1.5 bags
12 inches1 bag1.5 bags2 bags
Based on Quikrete 50 lb Fast-Setting bags. Round up — better to have extras than run short.

Fence Post FAQ

Common questions about fence post installation