Published October 2026. Data: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (2024, released February 2026) applied to a 2026 national average inground pool cost.
How much does an inground pool cost in your state? National averages are a useful starting point, but the same pool can cost thousands more in Honolulu than in Little Rock. To show how much location matters, we built the Pool Calculator State Pool Cost Index: an estimate of the average cost to build an inground pool in all 50 states and Washington, D.C., based on official federal price data.
Key Findings
- Hawaii is the most expensive state to build a pool, at an estimated $73,000 for an average inground pool, about 11% above the national average.
- Arkansas is the least expensive, at an estimated $59,500, about 10% below the national average.
- The same pool costs about $13,500 more in the priciest state than in the cheapest, before any differences in size, materials, or features.
- The coasts cost the most. Hawaii, California, D.C., New Jersey, New York, and Washington all come in at $70,000 or more.
- The South and Great Plains are the most affordable. Arkansas, Iowa, Oklahoma, Louisiana, and Mississippi are all estimated at $60,000 or less.
- Popular pool states land near the middle. Florida ($66,500), Arizona ($65,000), and Texas ($64,500) sit close to the national average despite their huge pool markets.
Want a number for your exact pool? Use our inground pool cost calculator to factor in size, material, and features, or the above-ground pool cost calculator for a budget option.
Inground Pool Cost by State (2026)
The table below ranks every state from most to least expensive. The Pool Cost Index shows how each state compares with the national average (100). The typical range reflects the spread most homeowners pay, from a basic vinyl-liner pool at the low end to a mid-range concrete pool at the high end.
| Rank | State | Pool Cost Index (U.S. = 100) | Est. Average Inground Pool | Typical Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Hawaii | 110.7 | $73,000 | $49,000 – $97,000 |
| 2 | California | 108.6 | $71,500 | $48,000 – $95,500 |
| 3 | District of Columbia | 108.4 | $71,500 | $48,000 – $95,000 |
| 4 | New Jersey | 108.0 | $71,500 | $48,000 – $95,000 |
| 5 | New York | 107.6 | $71,000 | $47,500 – $94,500 |
| 6 | Washington | 105.8 | $70,000 | $47,000 – $93,000 |
| 7 | Oregon | 104.2 | $69,000 | $46,000 – $91,500 |
| 8 | Alaska | 104.1 | $68,500 | $46,000 – $91,500 |
| 9 | Maryland | 103.9 | $68,500 | $46,000 – $91,000 |
| 10 | Massachusetts | 102.6 | $67,500 | $45,500 – $90,000 |
| 11 | Illinois | 101.7 | $67,000 | $45,000 – $89,500 |
| 12 | New Hampshire | 101.7 | $67,000 | $45,000 – $89,000 |
| 13 | Colorado | 101.1 | $66,500 | $44,500 – $89,000 |
| 14 | Florida | 101.0 | $66,500 | $44,500 – $88,500 |
| 15 | Connecticut | 100.8 | $66,500 | $44,500 – $88,500 |
| 16 | Virginia | 100.8 | $66,500 | $44,500 – $88,500 |
| 17 | Rhode Island | 100.0 | $66,000 | $44,000 – $88,000 |
| 18 | Minnesota | 99.5 | $65,500 | $44,000 – $87,500 |
| 19 | Pennsylvania | 98.4 | $65,000 | $43,500 – $86,500 |
| 20 | Nevada | 98.3 | $65,000 | $43,500 – $86,500 |
| 21 | Arizona | 98.3 | $65,000 | $43,500 – $86,500 |
| 22 | Delaware | 98.2 | $65,000 | $43,500 – $86,000 |
| 23 | Utah | 97.8 | $64,500 | $43,000 – $86,000 |
| 24 | Vermont | 97.7 | $64,500 | $43,000 – $85,500 |
| 25 | Texas | 97.5 | $64,500 | $43,000 – $85,500 |
| 26 | Georgia | 97.5 | $64,500 | $43,000 – $85,500 |
| 27 | Maine | 97.1 | $64,000 | $43,000 – $85,000 |
| 28 | Michigan | 96.1 | $63,500 | $42,500 – $84,500 |
| 29 | Idaho | 95.9 | $63,500 | $42,500 – $84,000 |
| 30 | North Carolina | 95.4 | $63,000 | $42,000 – $83,500 |
| 31 | Montana | 95.3 | $63,000 | $42,000 – $83,500 |
| 32 | South Carolina | 94.9 | $62,500 | $42,000 – $83,500 |
| 33 | Indiana | 94.3 | $62,000 | $41,500 – $83,000 |
| 34 | Wisconsin | 94.2 | $62,000 | $41,500 – $82,500 |
| 35 | New Mexico | 94.0 | $62,000 | $41,500 – $82,500 |
| 36 | Wyoming | 93.9 | $62,000 | $41,500 – $82,500 |
| 37 | Tennessee | 93.8 | $62,000 | $41,500 – $82,500 |
| 38 | Missouri | 93.3 | $61,500 | $41,500 – $82,000 |
| 39 | Ohio | 93.2 | $61,500 | $41,000 – $82,000 |
| 40 | Kentucky | 92.8 | $61,000 | $41,000 – $81,500 |
| 41 | West Virginia | 92.7 | $61,000 | $41,000 – $81,500 |
| 42 | Alabama | 92.2 | $61,000 | $41,000 – $81,000 |
| 43 | North Dakota | 92.0 | $60,500 | $40,500 – $81,000 |
| 44 | Nebraska | 91.9 | $60,500 | $40,500 – $80,500 |
| 45 | Kansas | 91.8 | $60,500 | $40,500 – $80,500 |
| 46 | South Dakota | 91.7 | $60,500 | $40,500 – $80,500 |
| 47 | Mississippi | 91.1 | $60,000 | $40,500 – $80,000 |
| 48 | Louisiana | 90.7 | $60,000 | $40,000 – $79,500 |
| 49 | Oklahoma | 90.5 | $59,500 | $40,000 – $79,500 |
| 50 | Iowa | 90.4 | $59,500 | $40,000 – $79,500 |
| 51 | Arkansas | 89.9 | $59,500 | $40,000 – $79,000 |
The 10 Most Expensive States to Build a Pool
- Hawaii: $73,000
- California: $71,500
- District of Columbia: $71,500
- New Jersey: $71,500
- New York: $71,000
- Washington: $70,000
- Oregon: $69,000
- Alaska: $68,500
- Maryland: $68,500
- Massachusetts: $67,500
High housing and labor costs drive these states to the top. Hawaii also pays more for materials and equipment, which have to be shipped in, giving it the highest goods prices in the country.
The 10 Least Expensive States to Build a Pool
- Arkansas: $59,500
- Iowa: $59,500
- Oklahoma: $59,500
- Louisiana: $60,000
- Mississippi: $60,000
- South Dakota: $60,500
- Kansas: $60,500
- Nebraska: $60,500
- North Dakota: $60,500
- Alabama: $61,000
Lower labor and overhead costs make the South and Plains the cheapest places to build. Keep in mind that northern Plains states like the Dakotas have short swim seasons, so the cost per month of use can still be high.
What the Index Doesn’t Capture
Statewide averages smooth over a lot. A few things can push your price well above or below the estimate for your state:
- Metro vs. rural location. Building in Miami, Los Angeles, or the New York suburbs typically costs more than the statewide figure; rural areas usually cost less.
- Local pool markets. Sun Belt states with lots of builders can be more competitive than their price levels suggest. Angi, for example, puts typical Alabama installs at $34,000–$55,000, lower than our index, while short-season northern markets can run higher.
- Soil and site conditions. Rock, caliche (common around Las Vegas), high water tables, and tight access can add thousands.
- Local rules. Permit fees, fencing requirements, engineering for hurricane or seismic zones, and limits like Southern Nevada’s 600 sq ft pool size cap vary by location.
- Your design choices. Pool size, material (vinyl, fiberglass, or concrete), decking, heating, and features matter more than location. Use our pool cost calculator to price your specific project.
For deeper dives into individual markets, see our guides to pool costs in Alabama, Arizona, and Las Vegas.
Methodology
The Pool Calculator State Pool Cost Index combines two components of the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis’s 2024 Regional Price Parities (RPPs), the official federal measure of how price levels in each state compare with the national average (U.S. = 100), released February 19, 2026:
- All-items RPP (55% weight): a proxy for local labor, overhead, permitting, and installer margins, which track the overall cost of living in an area.
- Goods RPP (45% weight): a proxy for the materials and equipment that go into a pool, such as shells, liners, pumps, filters, and concrete.
Each state’s index is applied to a 2026 national average inground pool cost of $66,000, based on published 2026 cost guides from Angi and other major home-services sources. The typical range spans roughly one-third below to one-third above each state’s average, mirroring the $44,500–$87,500 range most U.S. homeowners pay for a standard installation. Figures are rounded to the nearest $500.
This index is an estimate designed for comparison and budgeting, not a quote. Always get multiple bids from licensed local builders.
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Plan Your Pool Budget
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