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Inground Pool Cost: Vinyl, Fiberglass or Concrete in 2026
Estimate inground pool installation cost — with the free landscaping calculator.
An inground pool is the biggest backyard purchase most families ever make. The type of pool decides the price — vinyl, fiberglass and concrete are very different numbers. Here's the real 2026 cost.
THE SHORT ANSWER
The short answer
Inground pools run $45,000–$100,000 in 2026 (average $60,000–$70,000). Vinyl liner: $40,000–$75,000. Fiberglass: $45,000–$85,000. Concrete/gunite: $60,000–$120,000+. A hot tub add-on runs $10,000–$30,000.
What it costs by type
Vinyl liner pools run $40,000–$75,000 installed and take 3-6 weeks. Fiberglass shells run $45,000–$85,000 and install in days. Concrete/gunite runs $60,000–$120,000+ and takes 3-4 months. Decking and fencing add $8,000–$20,000.
- Vinyl liner: $40,000–$75,000
- Fiberglass: $45,000–$85,000
- Concrete/gunite: $60,000–$120,000+
- Decking + fencing: $8,000–$20,000
The real ongoing cost
Annual maintenance runs $1,100–$2,000 for vinyl, more for concrete. Chemicals, electricity, water and repairs add up. A heater, salt system or automation adds $2,000–$10,000 upfront.
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