An inground pool costs on average $51,625 to install a basic pool, with most homeowners spending between $36,750 to $66,500. The figure averages across the three major pool types – fiberglass, concrete and vinyl liner and is based on cost for materials for a small / average size perimeter pool. Basic pool care, increased utilities, and repairs add $2,500 to $5,000 to the annual expense of pool ownership.
Inground Pool Costs - Pricing Guide for Inground Swimming Pools
How much do inground pools cost in 2021?
Starting prices have gone up for both above ground pools and inground pools. An increase in demand for swimming pools over the past 2 years due to the Covid-19 pandemic has seen pricing for pools increase roughly 30% year over year.
The base price for an average basic inground swimming pool now starts at around $36,750 in most areas of the country. Home owners paid as much as $66,500 for a basic pool on the high end of the pricing range.
Typically concrete and fiberglass pools sit on the higher end of the price range while vinyl liner pools tend to be more lower priced. Ongoing shortages and manufacturing deadlines are the primary cause for the price increases the pool & spa industry has seen.
Expect to pay anywhere from $2,000 to $10,000 or more for custom improvements like water features, hot tubs, lighting, covers. A pool deck or other major add-on’s can increase the total cost of the pool by tens of thousands of dollars. The cost of your pool will be determined by its size, location, and whether it is constructed of fiberglass, concrete, or vinyl.
Designs, Shapes, and Costs of Inground Swimming Pools
The level of personalization desired, the materials, and the square footage will all influence inground swimming pool designs, shapes, and prices. The following are the most popular inground pool designs:
A pool is a great way to cool down in the summer and adds to the value of your property. An inground pool allows you to entertain your visitors while also relaxing in the sun. We’ll go over the prices of a simple pool all the way up to indoor luxury pools in our pricing guide.
Inground Pool Cost
Depending on the materials, inground pools can cost anywhere from $40,000 to $150,000 or more to install. Most fiberglass pool costs start at $60,000, vinyl liner costs start at $36,500, and concrete costs begin at $50,000 to build in a basic inground pool. The average costs for turn-key installation and yearly pool upkeep are listed below.
Prices for Fiberglass Inground Pools
The cost of building a fiberglass inground pool ranges from $18,700 for a 10′ by 16′ pool shell alone to $63,180 for an 18′ by 30′ fiberglass pool installed without a deck. Maintenance and upkeep charges will be roughly $3,750 over a 10-year period, and the pool will survive for at least 25 years.
- Unlike vinyl or concrete, it is much easier to clean and maintain.
- The smooth surface is highly resistant to algae and requires less pH adjustment.
- Fiberglass pools have pre-fabricated shells and are typically smaller than concrete pools. Installation can be completed in as little as a week.
The large cost discrepancies are due to how much of the work you pay for versus how much you do yourself. Turn-key package deals can often save you more money than project managing all of the different aspects of the installation. A turn-key installation from an authorized dealer is preferred by the great majority of pool owners.
Cost of a Gunite, Shotcrete, or Concrete Pool
A gunite or shotcrete pool can cost anywhere from $39,000 to $75,000 for a basic pool, with the average cost for a 14′ by 28′ pool being around $60,960 without a deck. Concrete pools have the highest long-term cost of ownership of any pool material, averaging $27,500 over ten years.
When it comes to unique pool shapes, you have more alternatives. To keep them swimmable, they usually require extra chemicals and electricity. Every four years, an acid wash may be required to eliminate any mold or algae. The approach employed to remove the algae will compromise the concrete’s structural integrity. It will also be necessary to resurface it sooner.
- Every 10 to 15 years, gunite pools must be completely replastered, which costs roughly $10,000.
- The procedure of applying concrete to a form that will create your pool shape is known as gunite, and it involves spraying a concrete and sand mix over a metal shape constructed of rebar.
Prices for Vinyl Inground Pools
The average cost of a vinyl inground pool is between $36,500 to $55,000 for a basic pool. Vinyl liner pools are the most cost-effective alternative among fiberglass and concrete pools. The long-term cost of maintaining a vinyl liner pool is $13,250 over ten years, despite the lower initial cost.
- Vinyl pools, like fiberglass pools, come in a variety of predesigned shapes or as a custom option to fit your needs.
- It’s simple to clean, algae-resistant, and has a smooth surface.
- Vinyl is a pool liner made of thermoplastic or steel panels that is installed over the pool construction and has a concrete or sand floor.
- Replacement of a vinyl pool liner costs $3,000 to $4,000 and is required every ten years.
Sizes and Costs of Inground Pools
The typical swimming pool is 14′ by 28′ and is 6.5 feet deep, but some homeowners have a larger budget or less space than the average. The Red Cross recommends a depth of at least 9 feet for head-first diving. Pool sizes and construction costs are listed below.
| Pool Size | Vinyl | Fiberglass | Concrete |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10×16 | $14,560 | $18,720 | $20,800 |
| 10×20 | $18,200 | $23,400 | $26,000 |
| 10×30 | $27,300 | $35,100 | $39,000 |
| 12×16 | $17,472 | $22,464 | $24,960 |
| 12×20 | $21,840 | $28,080 | $31,200 |
| 12×24 | $26,208 | $33,696 | $37,440 |
| 12×30 | $32,760 | $42,120 | $46,800 |
| 14×20 | $25,480 | $32,760 | $36,400 |
| 14×28 | $35,672 | $45,864 | $50,960 |
| 14×30 | $38,220 | $49,140 | $54,600 |
| 15×20 | $27,300 | $35,100 | $39,000 |
| 15×30 | $40,950 | $52,650 | $58,500 |
| 16×32 | $46,592 | $59,904 | $66,560 |
| 16×36 | $52,416 | $67,392 | $74,880 |
| 18×30 | $49,140 | $63,180 | $70,200 |
| 18×36 | $58,968 | $75,816 | $84,240 |
| 18×40 | $65,520 | $84,240 | $93,600 |
| 20×40 | $72,800 | $93,600 | $104,000 |
| 25×45 | $102,375 | $131,625 | $146,250 |
| 30×15 | $40,950 | $52,650 | $58,500 |
| 32×16 | $46,592 | $59,904 | $66,560 |
| 30×50 | $136,500 | $175,500 | $195,000 |
Estimate the Cost of an Inground Pool
The size, materials, location, and any custom additions all play a role in determining the cost of an inground pool. A normal 14′ by 28′ pool will cost $50 to $100 per square foot to build, and larger pools with 9 to 12 foot deep ends will cost $125 to $150 per square foot.
| Material | Average Price To Install | Yearly Maintenance | Lasts |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiberglass | $45,000 – $75,000 | $1,375+ | 25+ years |
| Concrete | $50,000 – $65,000 | $2,750+ | 50+ years |
| Vinyl | $35,000 – $55,000 | $1,325+ | Replace liner every 10 years |
| Material | Pool Cost | Structure | Dehumidifier | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vinyl | $35,672 | $121,968 | $25,000 | $182,640 |
| Fiberglass | $45,864 | $121,968 | $25,000 | $192,832 |
| Concrete | $50,960 | $121,968 | $25,000 | $197,928 |
Cost of Small Backyard Pools
Small inground pools with a depth of 5.5 to 7 feet, such as a 10×16 plunge pool or a 10×20 cocktail pool, cost $34,500 to $45,500 to install. When concrete is used instead of vinyl, a deck is built, a cover is installed, and a privacy fence is installed, the cost of a small or mini inground pool climbs up towards that of a normal sized pool. The cost savings of doing a smaller sized pool is negligible.
Cost of a Semi-Inground Pool
On average, a semi-inground pool costs less than $20,000. A semi-inground pools cost starts between $13,800 and $28,500 and are made of extruded aluminum or steel. Semi-inground pools are more expensive than above-ground pools, but they are about a third of the cost of an inground pool of comparable size. The installation takes far less time than an inground pool and may usually be completed in one to three days.
Inground Saltwater Pools Cost
An inground saltwater pool starts at roughly $36,500 for a vinyl liner pool and another $1,100 to $2,200 for the salt water generator, for a total cost of around $36,100 to $37,200. Saltwater pools do not require the addition of chemicals, are easy to maintain, and do not emit a chlorine odor.
A saltwater swimming pool is for homeowners who choose not to use typical chemicals in their pool. It uses a mechanism that converts the salt in the water to chlorine, but the levels are much lower than in a chlorine pool, making it gentler on clothing and skin.
Costs of a Salt Water Pool in the Long Run
- Every 3–6 years, replace the cell in the generator for $800 ($100 less than if you had a standard chlorinated pool).
- Adding salt to your saltwater pool to keep it running – With a water volume of just under 20,000 gallons and a depth of 6.5 feet, an average pool of 14 by 28 with a depth of 6.5 feet will require roughly 11 x 40-pound bags of salt, which should cost just under $100.
Costs of a Beach Entry Pool
The average cost of a beach entry pool is $87 per square foot, with most homeowners spending between $50 and $125 per square foot. A zero-entry pool, also known as a walk-in pool, has a gentle sloped entry into the pool, similar to how you would walk into the water on a beach. The water near the shallow end of the pool is usually warmer than the remainder of the pool.
Cost of a Lap Pool
Inground lap pools range in price from $40,000 to $80,000, depending on the size and materials used. To achieve the same swimming distance, you might either construct something long or perform more laps. In a competition context, a standard lap pool will be between 6′ and 9′ deep, and our pricing is based on 6.5′ deep.
Prices for an Inground Pool with a Hot Tub
A basic inground pool and hot tub can cost anywhere from $50,000 to $100,000 or more depending on the size. When building a pool, adding an in-ground hot tub costs $6,000 to $15,000 more, or $8,000 to $25,000 when adding to an existing pool.
The cost of a hot tub varies depending on its style and how integrated it is with the rest of the pool. Pool providers frequently include a hot tub with an inground pool in their quote, with discounts if both projects are completed at the same time. The cost of a hot tub varies depending on the number of jets, the quality of the materials used, and the number of people it can accommodate.
- $2,500 to $4,000 at the entry level
- $5,000 to $8,000 for medium quality
- $9,000 to $12,000 for high quality
$13,000 to $20,000 for premium quality
Lights for Inground Pools
With LED and fiberoptic options that can typically be operated from your phone, inground pool lighting costs $700 to $1,800. While lighting can be added after the pool has been established, it is much more cost effective to do so at the time of construction.
Waterfalls & Water Features
A horizontal slit waterfall costs around $400, while a pool rock waterfall costs around $2,000 for a prefabricated imitation rock installation and up to $25,000 or more for a custom installation made with actual rocks.
Slide or Diving Board
Surface mounted diving boards for inground pools cost $300 to $800, and elevated diving boards for deeper pools cost even more. The cost of an inground pool slide can range from $900 to $20,000.
Pool Ladders & Steps
Swimmers will obviously need to enter and exit the pool. Most homeowners typically opt for ladders or compatible steps for inground pools that will ensure swimmers can easily get in and out of the pool. A typical steel ladder will cost around $150-$300 dollars plus installation in comparison to steps which will cost substantially more. Inground pool steps are available in a wide array of options including steel, acrylic fiberglass, thermoplastic, and concrete. Prices range depending on options but typically begin at around $2,500 to add stairs to an inground pool.
Cost of a Pool Deck
An average pool deck can cost anywhere from $4,000 to $40,000 or more, depending on the number of sides it is put on, the width of the deck, and the materials used. Wood, engineered or composite wood, and engineered or composite wood are all viable solutions, with cost and durability factors to consider.
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