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Driveway Gate Cost: In 2026
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A driveway gate adds security, privacy and instant curb appeal. The automatic opener is where the price jumps. Here's the real 2026 cost.
THE SHORT ANSWER
The short answer
Driveway gates run $1,200–$9,800 installed in 2026. Manual gates run $700–$3,000. Automatic gates run $4,500–$9,800 national average ($2,500–$5,000 for the opener alone). The gate material is the biggest variable.
What it costs
A manual driveway gate runs $700–$3,000 installed. An automatic gate with opener runs $4,500–$9,800. The opener alone runs $2,500–$5,000 installed. Ornamental iron and aluminum cost more than steel and wood.
- Manual gate: $700–$3,000
- Automatic: $4,500–$9,800
- Opener alone: $2,500–$5,000
- Gate + install typical: $1,200–$3,800
Swing vs sliding
Sliding gates fit tight driveways and handle slopes — running $4,000–$5,500 for the mechanism. Swing gates are simpler and cheaper but need room to open. Both work with keypads, remotes and intercoms.
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