How Much Does a Pool Cost in Florida?
Published February 10, 2023
As one of the warmest states in the United States, Florida is home to countless swimming pools.
In fact, according to Aqua Magazine, three out of five cities with the most pools nationwide, Miami, Orlando, and Tampa, are in this state. Florida also has the second most pools per capita in the US.
Needless to say, many homeowners in Florida have outdoor swimming pools, and there are probably many more, perhaps even you, who want one but cannot afford it, or can you?
Find out as we round up several things you need to know about pool installation in Florida. Let’s start with the question most people ask about this topic: How much does a pool cost in Florida?
Average Cost of Building a Pool in Florida
On average, the cost to build a pool in Florida is $50,000.
The keyword here is “average” since the price range is relatively extensive. Depending on several factors, the final cost of pool installation can be as low as $10,000 or as expensive as $200,000.
There may also be outliers from this price range. For example, a wealthy homeowner can spend up to $300,000 on a particularly luxurious pool. And in a similar fashion, a homeowner can get lucky and find a pool building agency that provides installation services at a highly affordable rate.
A prime example of such an agency is Excel Pool and Patio Solutions.
Put simply, $50,000 is merely an estimate, and it can be inaccurate depending on what kind of pool you want in your backyard. That’s because several factors affect pool costs in Florida.
Factors That Affect Pool Costs in Florida
Five main factors affect the final price tag of a pool installation project in Florida, or any other state, for that matter. Let’s go over each factor and how exactly they affect the costs.
1. Type of Pool
There are two main types of swimming pool construction: above-ground and inground.
Inground pools are more expensive, and by a large margin, too. The difference is so substantial that even the least expensive inground pool is still more costly than most above-ground pools.
As such, when a person talks about pool costs, they’re typically referring to inground pools.
In fact, the $50,000 cost estimation, as well as the price range, doesn’t take into consideration above-ground pools. And for our purposes, we’ll only refer to inground pools from this point onwards.
2. Material
When you’re in the planning stage of the project, you need to decide on the material you want to use for the construction. While there might be other options, most homeowners usually only pick from three materials: concrete, fiberglass, and vinyl.
Each material costs differently and, therefore, may affect the project’s price tag at varying levels.
Here’s a breakdown of what each material offers and their corresponding costs:
- Concrete is the most common material for pool construction. It can last for over 50 years, and this option is the second most expensive, with an average cost of $60,000.
- Fiberglass is another common material for pools. It doesn’t last as long as most concrete pools, but it’s the preferred choice by designers, homeowners, and contractors because it supposedly gives a more modern vibe. Fiberglass pools cost an average of $50,000.
- Vinyl liner is the cheapest option for material, with an average cost of $40,000. It has the worst longevity among the three materials, but it’s still a popular option, especially for homeowners who want larger but still relatively affordable swimming pools.
Deciding on a material is perhaps the most challenging part of planning a pool project. After all, not only does each material have varying costs, but they also offer different benefits.
3. Size
Another tricky part of planning a pool installation project is deciding the size. It’s not as challenging as choosing a material, though, since there are limits to how large or small your pool can be.
However, like the material, the pool’s size has much to do with its price tag—the larger the swimming pool, the higher the costs. The calculation isn’t very complex since it’s pretty linear.
For example, if we disregard the depth, for every 200 square feet of the pool, you’ll have to spend $18,000 for a vinyl pool, $22,000 for a fiberglass pool, and $25,000 for a concrete pool. That would then mean a 30×60 feet vinyl pool would cost $162,000, or $225,000 if it’s made of concrete instead.
4. Insurance
Though your homeowners insurance should cover some incidents caused by the pool, it wouldn’t cover all types of incidents. If you decide to get insurance, that would obviously add to the project’s final price tag.
5. Additional Features
If you have money to splurge on the pool project, you can also include additional features you don’t need. Examples of additional pool features include lighting, fountains, and waterfalls.
While one may argue that fencing is an expense that belongs under this category, Florida laws require pools to have a barrier four feet high. Therefore, it’s a feature you must always include.
Another factor that can affect the cost of a pool installation project is the location, but that factor is irrelevant because we’re explicitly talking about Florida pool costs. But, again, these are just the “main” factors. There are many other factors, but their effect on the final price tag is unpredictable.
For example, the design of the pool will affect the price. However, a better design doesn’t necessarily equate to a higher price; in the same way, a worse design doesn’t mean a cheaper pool.
Parting Words
Because it’s not necessary for houses, many homeowners discourage themselves from installing a pool by overestimating its costs. Meanwhile, others severely underestimate the costs of pools in Florida, causing them to miscalculate their budget. Neither scenario is ideal, but hopefully, with this guide, you can properly set a budget for your pool installation project.
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