Inground pool cost in Clarksville, TN
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (450 sq ft)
- $33,700 – $105,500
- Per sq ft
- $75 – $234
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $74,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #194
- 1 = most expensive
An inground pool in Clarksville, TN usually costs $33,700 to $105,500 for 450 sq ft. That works out to about $75 to $234 per sq ft before permits. Compared with the national midpoint that is $4,850 less. Construction laborers earn a median of $20.17 an hour in the Clarksville area, 11% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 450 sq ft in Clarksville, TN, standard level
$55,200 to $83,900
About $122 to $186 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 51% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $27,100 | $41,300 |
| Labor | $28,000 | $42,400 |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $220 |
| Total | $55,200 | $83,900 |
Cost breakdown for 450 sq ft in Clarksville, TN
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,500 | $34,200 | $52,000 | 49% |
| Labor | $17,200 | $35,200 | $53,200 | 51% |
| Permits and fees | $90 | $180 | $270 | 0% |
| Total | $33,700 | $69,600 | $105,500 | 100% |
What is behind the Clarksville number
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, Clarksville wages are 0.91 times the national level. Labor makes up about 51% of the midpoint estimate (52% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Clarksville is at 96.2 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $35,600 nationally becomes $34,200 here (midpoint, 450 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 90.9: $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 Clarksville. The wage table below marks each row.
What local crews earn in Clarksville
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 4 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Clarksville the blend is 0.91.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 40%) the local median is $20.17 an hour, which is 11% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $17.68 and $23.18 an hour. BLS counts 620 of them working in the area, 60.1 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is about average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 30% of the weighting: a median of $24.48 an hour, 15% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $21.78 and $28.30 an hour. About 420 work in the metro. That is 40.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) carry 20% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Clarksville metro, so we used the Tennessee statewide median: $30.70 an hour against $29.87 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $26.13 and $35.05 an hour.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $28.33 an hour, 8% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $21.59 and $37.55 an hour. About 280 work in the metro. That is 27.1 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.0 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (construction laborers) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $2,050 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $1,700. That is a swing of roughly 2.4% to 3.0% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Clarksville has 103,220 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 200th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $17.68 | $20.17 | $23.18 | $22.66 | 0.89 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 30% | $21.78 | $24.48 | $28.30 | $28.78 | 0.85 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 20% | $26.13 | $30.70 | $35.05 | $29.87 | 1.03 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $21.59 | $28.33 | $37.55 | $30.67 | 0.92 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.91 | |||||
Specs and site conditions that change a Clarksville 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.
Pick a size, pick a tier: inground pool pricing in Clarksville
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Clarksville. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from small pool (400 sq ft) to large (800 sq ft).
Basic
$33,700 to $62,400
Vinyl-liner pool, small size
Standard
$55,200 to $83,900
Fiberglass pool, standard size
Premium
$76,800 to $105,500
Concrete or gunite, large with custom features
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small pool (400 sq ft) | $30,000 – $55,500 | $49,100 – $74,600 | $68,200 – $93,700 |
| average (512 sq ft) | $38,400 – $71,000 | $62,800 – $95,500 | $87,300 – $120,000 |
| large (800 sq ft) | $59,900 – $111,000 | $98,100 – $149,000 | $136,500 – $187,000 |
Clarksville weather and the inground pool calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Clarksville Wwtp (in the city). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For pouring concrete, the comfortable months in Clarksville are April through June and September through October: 5 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and July and August have an average daytime high of 90°F or more.
The 40°F line is a deliberately cautious stand-in. The American Concrete Institute's cold-weather guide (ACI 306R-16) defines cold-weather concreting around an average daily air temperature below 40°F, which is colder than our test of an average overnight low at or below 40°F, so we flag a few extra shoulder months. In cold weather crews may need heated enclosures, insulating blankets or accelerated mixes, and those measures can raise a quote.
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.
Clarksville gets about 54 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are April, May and December (5.6 inches in May). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 3.4 and 4.3 inches. The station averages about 57 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 47 | 28 | 4.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 52 | 31 | 4.5 | Cold |
| Mar | 61 | 38 | 4.8 | Cold |
| Apr | 72 | 47 | 5.0 | Workable |
| May | 79 | 57 | 5.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 87 | 65 | 4.7 | Workable |
| Jul | 90 | 69 | 4.6 | Hot |
| Aug | 90 | 67 | 3.7 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 60 | 3.4 | Workable |
| Oct | 72 | 48 | 4.3 | Workable |
| Nov | 60 | 37 | 4.1 | Cold |
| Dec | 50 | 31 | 4.9 | Cold |
Related projects, priced for Clarksville
Jobs that often go together with inground pool are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Clarksville wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, retaining wall comes out highest (−4%) and concrete patio lowest (−10%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,450 – $10,400 | −9% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,850 – $5,150 | −5% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,600 | −10% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,800 – $13,700 | −10% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $550 – $1,950 | −8% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,750 – $12,900 | −4% |
Clarksville against nearby metros and the rest of Tennessee
Of the five closest metros, 2 are cheaper than Clarksville. Huntsville is the lowest at about $65,900 (midpoint, 450 sq ft), 140 miles away.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clarksville, TNthis page | $33,700 – $105,500 | $69,600 | |
| Nashville, TN65 miles | $35,100 – $109,500 | $72,400 | +4% |
| Bowling Green, KY70 miles | $34,500 – $108,000 | $71,200 | +2% |
| Evansville, IN95 miles | $38,800 – $121,000 | $80,000 | +15% |
| Jackson, TN95 miles | $33,600 – $105,000 | $69,300 | level |
| Huntsville, AL140 miles | $32,000 – $99,900 | $65,900 | −5% |
| Tennessee (statewide) | $34,300 – $107,000 | $70,800 | +2% |
| United States | $36,100 – $113,000 | $74,500 | +7% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Clarksville ranks #194 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Clarksville is 2% below the Tennessee figure.
Elsewhere in Tennessee
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nashville, TN | 1,099,300 jobs | $35,100 – $109,500 | $72,400 | +4% |
| Memphis, TN | 611,670 jobs | $34,600 – $108,000 | $71,300 | +2% |
| Knoxville, TN | 424,600 jobs | $34,200 – $107,000 | $70,600 | +1% |
| Chattanooga, TN | 268,750 jobs | $34,200 – $107,000 | $70,500 | +1% |
| Kingsport, TN | 119,560 jobs | $34,400 – $107,500 | $70,900 | +2% |
| Jackson, TN | 84,530 jobs | $33,600 – $105,000 | $69,300 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Clarksville against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston, WV | 103,450 jobs | $34,400 – $107,500 | $71,000 | +2% |
| Lafayette, IN | 102,200 jobs | $37,700 – $117,500 | $77,600 | +12% |
| Gainesville, GA | 103,870 jobs | $31,900 – $99,700 | $65,800 | −5% |
| Lake Charles, LA | 101,690 jobs | $33,500 – $105,000 | $69,200 | −1% |
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Inground pool in Clarksville: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an inground pool in Clarksville?
For 450 sq ft, expect $33,700 to $105,500 in the Clarksville area. A standard-spec job lands at $55,200 to $83,900. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for inground pool in Clarksville?
About $75 to $234 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 Clarksville or Nashville?
Nashville is 65 miles away. The midpoint for 450 sq ft there is $72,400, which is 4% more than Clarksville ($69,600). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Clarksville?
About 51% at the midpoint, or $35,200 out of $69,600. Materials are 49% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 52%.
+What would average (512 sq ft) cost in Clarksville?
$38,400 to $120,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does inground pool need a permit in Clarksville?
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 Clarksville area (our national range of $100 to $300 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Clarksville expensive for inground pool compared with the rest of Tennessee?
Clarksville is 2% below the Tennessee statewide estimate ($70,800 at the midpoint). We cover 8 metros in Tennessee; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Clarksville?
The BLS median is $20.17 an hour in the Clarksville area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $17.68 to $23.18.
+What do basic and premium inground pool work cost in Clarksville?
For 450 sq ft, basic work runs $33,700 to $62,400 and premium work $76,800 to $105,500. 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 Clarksville?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through June and September through October. September and October 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 Clarksville
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.