Swimming Pool Cost Calculator
Last updated: October 15, 2026
Estimate an in-ground swimming pool project budget including shell, decking, equipment, site work, fencing, permits and contingency.
Starting figures illustrate this model. Enter your own measurements, quoted costs and applicable terms; this page does not retrieve live prices or provider rates.
Estimated swimming pool project cost
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- Pool shell and finish: —
- Decking: —
- Equipment and site work: —
- Fence, permits and contingency: —
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Quick summary: Estimate an in-ground swimming pool project budget including shell, decking, equipment, site work, fencing, permits and contingency.
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What this calculator estimates
Estimate an in-ground swimming pool project budget including shell, decking, equipment, site work, fencing, permits and contingency.
How to use it
Enter Pool surface area (sq ft); Pool shell and finish per sq ft ($); Decking area (sq ft); Decking cost per sq ft ($); Pump, filter, heater and equipment ($); Excavation and site work ($); Safety fence, permits and inspections ($); Contingency (%). Select Calculate to update the results.
How the calculation works
Pool shell and decking are estimated by area. Equipment, site work, safety and permitting allowances are added before contingency.
Worked example: starting scenario
| Pool surface area (sq ft) | 450 |
|---|---|
| Pool shell and finish per sq ft ($) | 115 |
| Decking area (sq ft) | 700 |
| Decking cost per sq ft ($) | 18 |
| Pump, filter, heater and equipment ($) | 16000 |
| Excavation and site work ($) | 12000 |
| Safety fence, permits and inspections ($) | 9000 |
| Contingency (%) | 12 |
| Estimated swimming pool project cost | $113,512.00 |
|---|---|
| Pool shell and finish | $51,750.00 |
| Decking | $12,600.00 |
| Equipment and site work | $28,000.00 |
| Fence, permits and contingency | $21,162.00 |
Important limitations
Soil, access, groundwater, utility relocation, pool type, finish, automation, landscaping and local safety rules can significantly change costs.