How Much Does It Cost To Install A Gunite Concrete Pool?

$30,833

(12' x 24' in-ground Gunite concrete pool)
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Gunite Concrete Pool Costs

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Gunite concrete is a common choice for in-ground pool construction using typical concrete forms, reinforcement, and construction practices. In-ground pools typically require excavation and removal work, followed by onsite construction activity.

The cost to install an average Gunite concrete pool depends upon material and finish grade, finished surface area and material volume, preparation and special needs, and the labor rate.

In the following table the Labor Cost figure is what the able and prepared DIY persons should expect to save by performing the corresponding tasks.

In-ground pool: excavate and remove soil; build a 12' x 24' pool; include 20 mile transport range, material, equipment, and waste.

Item Unit Cost Quantity Line Cost
Gunite concrete: depth 3' to 6' sloped; 612 sq.ft. finished surface, 288 sq.ft. footprint; with 6" x 6" tile border, pump, filter, piping, and 120V switch. $39 per sq.ft. 655 $25,801
Upgrade flatwork: additional cost to install 4" thick x 4' wide perimeter walkway and a 20' x 12' patio slab. $3.23 per sq.ft. 642 $2,074
Upgrade fence: additional cost to install vinyl picket security fence; 5' tall x walkway + patio perimeter; concrete post placement; self-closing gate. $15.71 per foot 143 $2,244
Material Cost $30,119 each 1 $30,119
+ Labor Cost (build pool) $34 per hour 148 $5,032
+ Labor Cost (upgrade flatwork) $34 per hour 24 $816
+ Labor Cost (upgrade fence) $34 per hour 14 $476
Total Cost $36,443 each 1 $36,443

Other considerations and costs

  • These prices are for service in the immediate area of the provider.
  • Taxes and permit fees are not included.
  • Typical additional residential site clearing and preparation tasks range in cost from $0.50 to $1.50 per sq.ft. depending on amount and size of material, and transport.
  • These pool examples do not include engineering attention to customization.

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DIY considerations

  • In-ground pools leave little DIY opportunity, other than upgrade accessories.

References

  • Craftsman Estimator Costbook, complete series year 2015.
  • Latest prices found on Home Depot and other vendor Web sites.
  • Literature review of DIY Web sites.
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Cost by city

(12' x 24' in-ground Gunite concrete pool)
  • New York, NY$49,529
  • Bronx, NY$40,700
  • Brooklyn, NY$33,921
  • Philadelphia, PA$42,318
  • Washington, DC$36,721
  • Atlanta, GA$33,223
  • Miami, FL$30,217
  • Fort Lauderdale, FL$31,652
  • Minneapolis, MN$37,132
  • Chicago, IL$43,263
  • Houston, TX$44,623
  • San Antonio, TX$29,954
  • Austin, TX$33,917
  • Denver, CO$28,657
  • Phoenix, AZ$30,234
  • Las Vegas, NV$33,184
  • Los Angeles, CA$37,390
  • San Diego, CA$33,930
  • San Jose, CA$40,984
  • Seattle, WA$30,005

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