Inground pool cost in Gulfport, MS
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (450 sq ft)
- $32,200 – $101,000
- Per sq ft
- $71.50 – $223
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −11%
- US $74,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #254
- 1 = most expensive
If you want to install an inground pool in Gulfport, plan on $32,200 to $101,000 for 450 sq ft, all in. Per sq ft, that is $71.50 to $223 for materials and labor, with the permit on top. The local midpoint runs 11% lower than the national one. Construction laborers earn a median of $18.69 an hour in the Gulfport area, 18% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 450 sq ft in Gulfport, MS, standard level
$52,800 to $80,200
About $117 to $178 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $27,100 | $41,300 |
| Labor | $25,500 | $38,700 |
| Permits and fees | $140 | $220 |
| Total | $52,800 | $80,200 |
Cost breakdown for 450 sq ft in Gulfport, MS
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $34,200 | $52,000 | 51% |
| Labor | $15,700 | $32,100 | $48,600 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $90 | $180 | $270 | 0% |
| Total | $32,200 | $66,500 | $101,000 | 100% |
Why Gulfport prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 4 trades: construction laborers at 40%, operating engineers and other construction equipment operators at 30%, brickmasons and blockmasons at 20%, plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters at 10%. Weighted together, Gulfport wages are 0.83 times the national level. Labor makes up about 48% of the midpoint estimate (52% at national prices).
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Gulfport metro is 96.2 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 450 sq ft comes to $34,200, compared with $35,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (90.0) and land at $90 to $270.
Data note: 20% of the labor weighting for this project uses a statewide median because BLS has no published metro figure for that trade in Gulfport. The wage table below marks each row.
Gulfport against nearby metros and the rest of Mississippi
Of the five closest metros, 3 are cheaper than Gulfport. Hattiesburg is the lowest at about $64,300 (midpoint, 450 sq ft), 50 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gulfport, MSthis page | $32,200 – $101,000 | $66,500 | |
| Mobile, AL50 miles | $31,800 – $99,300 | $65,500 | −1% |
| Hattiesburg, MS50 miles | $31,200 – $97,500 | $64,300 | −3% |
| Slidell, LA55 miles | $32,300 – $101,000 | $66,600 | level |
| Daphne, AL75 miles | $31,900 – $99,800 | $65,800 | −1% |
| New Orleans, LA90 miles | $33,300 – $104,000 | $68,700 | +3% |
| Mississippi (statewide) | $31,700 – $99,100 | $65,400 | −2% |
| United States | $36,100 – $113,000 | $74,500 | +12% |
Across 300 US metros, Gulfport comes in at #254 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $105,000; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $62,300 (midpoints, 450 sq ft). Statewide, Gulfport is 2% above the Mississippi figure.
Other Mississippi metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jackson, MS | 270,730 jobs | $31,800 – $99,300 | $65,500 | −1% |
| Hattiesburg, MS | 62,230 jobs | $31,200 – $97,500 | $64,300 | −3% |
Cities with a workforce like Gulfport's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Gulfport against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Youngstown, OH | 160,160 jobs | $35,000 – $109,500 | $72,200 | +9% |
| Eugene, OR | 157,710 jobs | $39,300 – $122,500 | $81,000 | +22% |
| Waterbury, CT | 160,710 jobs | $39,700 – $124,000 | $81,800 | +23% |
| Brownsville, TX | 157,450 jobs | $30,400 – $95,000 | $62,700 | −6% |
Gulfport labor market for inground pool
Wages are the part of this estimate that changes most from town to town. 4 trades carry the job here, and each is compared with its US median. The weighted result for Gulfport is 0.83 times the national level.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 40% of the weighting: a median of $18.69 an hour, 18% below the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.86 and $22.67 an hour. About 1,090 work in the metro. That is 68.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 30%) the local median is $23.42 an hour, which is 19% below the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $19.05 and $27.50 an hour. BLS counts 510 of them working in the area, 32.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is about average.
Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) carry 20% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Gulfport metro, so we used the Mississippi statewide median: $23.47 an hour against $29.87 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $17.90 and $25.31 an hour.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $30.31 an hour, which is in line with the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $23.38 and $30.31 an hour. BLS counts 1,240 of them working in the area, 78.3 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Quotes come from real crews, not medians. If the construction laborers on your job are paid at the 75th percentile ($22.67 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $2,700. At the 25th percentile ($16.86) it shrinks by about $1,250. The total moves by 4.1% or 1.9%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 158,310 jobs in the Gulfport-Biloxi area. That makes it the 149th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.10% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $16.86 | $18.69 | $22.67 | $22.66 | 0.82 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 30% | $19.05 | $23.42 | $27.50 | $28.78 | 0.81 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 20% | $17.90 | $23.47 | $25.31 | $29.87 | 0.79 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $23.38 | $30.31 | $30.31 | $30.67 | 0.99 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.83 | |||||
Climate in Gulfport: timing your inground pool job
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Gulfport - Biloxi Ap (in the city). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
September through June is the stretch where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Gulfport (10 of 12 months). July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
Heat matters for concrete as well. With average highs of 90°F or more in July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Gulfport gets about 63 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are June, July and August (7.2 inches in July). Inside the workable window, October and November are the driest, at 3.7 and 4.0 inches. The station averages about 69 days a year at 90°F or above.
Does the season change the price? Probably, but we do not have a sourced seasonal price curve, so the estimator shows a year-round figure and does not adjust by month. When you collect quotes, ask whether scheduling in a slower month gets a better rate.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 61 | 42 | 4.9 | Workable |
| Feb | 65 | 46 | 4.4 | Workable |
| Mar | 70 | 52 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Apr | 77 | 58 | 5.5 | Workable |
| May | 84 | 66 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 89 | 73 | 6.9 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 75 | 7.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 75 | 6.5 | Hot |
| Sep | 88 | 71 | 5.2 | Workable |
| Oct | 80 | 60 | 3.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 70 | 49 | 4.0 | Workable |
| Dec | 64 | 45 | 4.5 | Workable |
Gulfport: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Gulfport wages and prices. They overlap on purpose: a good standard job and a modest premium job can cost the same. The grid below prices the same bands at 3 common sizes.
Basic
$32,200 to $59,700
Vinyl-liner pool, small size
Standard
$52,800 to $80,200
Fiberglass pool, standard size
Premium
$73,400 to $101,000
Concrete or gunite, large with custom features
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small pool (400 sq ft) | $28,700 – $53,000 | $46,900 – $71,300 | $65,200 – $89,600 |
| average (512 sq ft) | $36,700 – $67,800 | $60,100 – $91,200 | $83,400 – $114,500 |
| large (800 sq ft) | $57,200 – $106,000 | $93,700 – $142,500 | $130,500 – $179,000 |
What nearby projects cost in Gulfport
Because every project leans on different trades, Gulfport's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, aluminum fence runs −7% and concrete patio −16%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,500 – $10,600 | −7% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,600 – $4,700 | −13% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,350 | −16% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,800 – $13,600 | −10% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $540 – $1,850 | −11% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,100 – $12,100 | −11% |
Specs and site conditions that change a Gulfport bid
Pool type
Vinyl pools are $25,000-$65,000, fiberglass $45,000-$100,000, and concrete or gunite $50,000-$120,000 (HomeGuide).
Maintenance
Pool maintenance is $80-$150 a month; concrete pools also need an acid wash every 3-5 years at $300-$1,000.
Permit
A building permit for a pool is $100-$300 and contractors often include it. Many cities add plumbing and electrical permits.
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Inground pool in Gulfport: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an inground pool in Gulfport?
For 450 sq ft, expect $32,200 to $101,000 in the Gulfport area. A standard-spec job lands at $52,800 to $80,200. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for inground pool in Gulfport?
About $71.50 to $223 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $90 to $270 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $80 to $250.
+Is inground pool cheaper in Gulfport or Mobile?
Mobile is 50 miles away. The midpoint for 450 sq ft there is $65,500, which is 1% less than Gulfport ($66,500). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Gulfport?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $32,100 out of $66,500. Materials are 51% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 52%.
+What would average (512 sq ft) cost in Gulfport?
$36,700 to $114,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does inground pool need a permit in Gulfport?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $90 to $270 for fees in the Gulfport area (our national range of $100 to $300 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Gulfport expensive for inground pool compared with the rest of Mississippi?
Gulfport is 2% above the Mississippi statewide estimate ($65,400 at the midpoint). We cover 3 metros in Mississippi; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Gulfport?
The BLS median is $18.69 an hour in the Gulfport area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $16.86 to $22.67.
+What do basic and premium inground pool work cost in Gulfport?
For 450 sq ft, basic work runs $32,200 to $59,700 and premium work $73,400 to $101,000. Basic means: vinyl-liner pool, small size. Premium means: concrete or gunite, large with custom features.
+When is the best time to install an inground pool in Gulfport?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are September through June. October and November are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
Inground pool near Gulfport
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does An Inground Pool Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Cost to Renovate: Renovation Labor Report 2026: Where the Money Goes (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = 48% of the installed price, from Cost to Renovate's mid-range 'Outdoor Living' category split. It is a category average, not a pool-specific one, so read the pool materials line loosely.