Fence Gate Calculator

Estimate materials, hardware, and total cost for fence gates. Compare wood, vinyl, chain link, and iron/steel options side by side.

Gate Width (ft)

Gate Height (ft)

Number of Gates

Gate Kit Pricing (edit to match local rates)

Wood Frame Kit ($)

Vinyl Gate Kit ($)

Chain Link Kit ($)

Iron/Steel Gate ($)

Hardware Pricing (edit to match local rates)

Hinge ($/each)

Latch ($/each)

Gate Stop ($/each)

Concrete ($/50-lb bag)

Total Gates

1 gate

Single swing gate

Hardware Sets

3 hinges, 1 latch

3 hinges per panel + 1 latch & stop per gate

Post Concrete

4 bags

2 posts × 2 bags each (50-lb)

Best Total Cost

$151.00

Chain Link

Purchase Option	Quantity	Est. Cost
Wood	1 kits, 3 hinges	$171.00
Vinyl	1 kits, 3 hinges	$266.00
Chain LinkBest value	1 kits, 3 hinges	$151.00
Iron/Steel	1 kits, 3 hinges	$436.00

Cheapest option: Chain Link at $151.00This total includes gate frame kits, hinges, latch, gate stop, and post concrete for 1 gate. Chain link gates are the most economical option. They provide security but offer limited privacy unless you add slats or screening.

Extra Hinge RecommendedGates taller than 5 ft use 3 hinges per panel instead of 2 for better weight distribution and to prevent sagging over time.

This is a material estimate only. Actual costs vary by region, gate style, and post depth requirements. Always verify local building codes for setback and height restrictions before installing fence gates.