Pool Construction Cost Estimator
Estimate the total cost to build a residential swimming pool based on dimensions, pool type, finish, and optional add-ons.
Formulas Used
Wet Surface Area = (Length × Width) + 2 × (Length + Width) × Depth
Volume = Length × Width × Average Depth → Gallons = Volume × 7.48052
Base Construction Cost = Wet Surface Area × Base Rate/sq ft
• Vinyl Liner: $8.50/sq ft | Fiberglass: $10.00/sq ft | Concrete/Gunite: $14.00/sq ft
Excavation = (Length × Width × Depth ÷ 27) × $65/cu yd
Interior Finish Upcharge = Wet Surface Area × Finish Rate
• Plaster: $0 | Quartz: $3.50/sq ft | Pebble/Premium: $7.00/sq ft
Equipment Package = $8,000 + max(0, Gallons − 10,000) × $0.50
Deck Cost = Deck Area × Deck Rate
• Brushed Concrete: $8/sq ft | Pavers: $18/sq ft | Travertine: $28/sq ft
Fencing = Linear Feet × Fence Rate
• Aluminum: $45/lf | Glass Panel: $185/lf
Permits & Engineering = (Base + Excavation) × 3%
Total = (All components) × Regional Cost Factor
Contingency Range = Total × 0.90 to Total × 1.10