Inground pool cost in Lubbock, TX
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (450 sq ft)
- $30,900 – $96,700
- Per sq ft
- $68.50 – $214
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −14%
- US $74,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #292
- 1 = most expensive
Local price for an inground pool in the Lubbock area: $30,900 to $96,700 for 450 sq ft. The low end is a basic job on easy ground; the high end is a premium spec with harder access. The midpoint runs 14% lower than the US figure. Construction laborers earn a median of $17.78 an hour in the Lubbock area, 22% below the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 450 sq ft in Lubbock, TX, standard level
$50,700 to $77,000
About $112 to $171 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 48% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $26,400 | $40,200 |
| Labor | $24,100 | $36,500 |
| Permits and fees | $150 | $220 |
| Total | $50,700 | $77,000 |
Cost breakdown for 450 sq ft in Lubbock, TX
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,000 | $33,300 | $50,600 | 52% |
| Labor | $14,800 | $30,300 | $45,800 | 48% |
| Permits and fees | $90 | $180 | $270 | 0% |
| Total | $30,900 | $63,800 | $96,700 | 100% |
Why Lubbock prices look the way they do
The wage side of the estimate leans on construction laborers, who do 40% of the hours on a typical job. Their local median is $17.78 an hour. Add the other trades involved and the blended wage index for Lubbock is 0.78 (US = 1.00), which puts labor at 48% of the total.
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Lubbock is at 93.8 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $35,600 nationally becomes $33,300 here (midpoint, 450 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 91.3: $90 to $270.
Who does the work: Lubbock trade wages
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 Lubbock the blend is 0.78.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 40%) the local median is $17.78 an hour, which is 22% below the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $16.45 and $21.13 an hour. BLS counts 980 of them working in the area, 58.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 30% of the weighting: a median of $22.35 an hour, 22% below the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $21.37 and $27.40 an hour. About 550 work in the metro. That is 33.0 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
For brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021, weighted 20%) the local median is $23.89 an hour, which is 20% below the national $29.87. The middle half of them earn between $21.58 and $26.80 an hour. BLS counts 80 of them working in the area, 4.8 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 3.4), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.54 an hour, 23% below the US median of $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $18.23 and $29.75 an hour. About 550 work in the metro. That is 33.0 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 $2,300 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $910. That is a swing of roughly 1.4% to 3.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Lubbock has 166,780 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 140th 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% | $16.45 | $17.78 | $21.13 | $22.66 | 0.78 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 30% | $21.37 | $22.35 | $27.40 | $28.78 | 0.78 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 20% | $21.58 | $23.89 | $26.80 | $29.87 | 0.80 | metro |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $18.23 | $23.54 | $29.75 | $30.67 | 0.77 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 0.78 | |||||
The best months for inground pool in Lubbock
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Lubbock Wfo (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For pouring concrete, the comfortable months in Lubbock are April through May and September through October: 4 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below, and June, 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 June, July and August, crews often start early, wet the base and plan for faster set times.
Lubbock gets about 19 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are May, June and September (2.7 inches in June). Inside the workable window, April and October are the driest, at 1.4 and 1.7 inches. The station averages about 91 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 | 55 | 30 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Feb | 59 | 32 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 68 | 39 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Apr | 76 | 48 | 1.4 | Workable |
| May | 84 | 57 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Jun | 91 | 66 | 2.7 | Hot |
| Jul | 93 | 70 | 2.2 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 69 | 2.0 | Hot |
| Sep | 84 | 61 | 2.6 | Workable |
| Oct | 76 | 50 | 1.7 | Workable |
| Nov | 64 | 38 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Dec | 55 | 30 | 0.8 | Cold |
What nearby projects cost in Lubbock
Jobs that often go together with inground pool are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Lubbock wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, aluminum fence comes out highest (−13%) and wood deck lowest (−15%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $3,250 – $10,000 | −13% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,600 – $4,650 | −14% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,100 – $3,450 | −13% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $6,400 – $12,800 | −15% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $520 – $1,850 | −13% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $6,000 – $11,800 | −13% |
Pick a size, pick a tier: inground pool pricing in Lubbock
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Lubbock. 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
$30,900 to $57,300
Vinyl-liner pool, small size
Standard
$50,700 to $77,000
Fiberglass pool, standard size
Premium
$70,400 to $96,700
Concrete or gunite, large with custom features
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small pool (400 sq ft) | $27,500 – $50,900 | $45,100 – $68,500 | $62,600 – $86,000 |
| average (512 sq ft) | $35,200 – $65,100 | $57,600 – $87,600 | $80,100 – $110,000 |
| large (800 sq ft) | $54,900 – $101,500 | $90,000 – $136,500 | $125,000 – $172,000 |
Lubbock against nearby metros and the rest of Texas
Contractors rarely work more than an hour or two from home, so the neighboring metros set a rough ceiling and floor for your quotes. Midpoints for 450 sq ft range from $63,400 to $68,400 across Lubbock and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lubbock, TXthis page | $30,900 – $96,700 | $63,800 | |
| Midland, TX95 miles | $33,200 – $103,500 | $68,400 | +7% |
| Odessa, TX115 miles | $32,800 – $102,500 | $67,700 | +6% |
| Amarillo, TX125 miles | $32,000 – $99,900 | $65,900 | +3% |
| Abilene, TX145 miles | $31,900 – $99,700 | $65,800 | +3% |
| El Paso, TX250 miles | $30,700 – $96,100 | $63,400 | −1% |
| Texas (statewide) | $33,400 – $104,500 | $68,800 | +8% |
| United States | $36,100 – $113,000 | $74,500 | +17% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Lubbock ranks #292 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Lubbock is 7% below the Texas figure.
Elsewhere in Texas
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas, TX | 4,049,800 jobs | $35,000 – $109,500 | $72,300 | +13% |
| Houston, TX | 3,289,720 jobs | $34,000 – $106,500 | $70,200 | +10% |
| Austin, TX | 1,293,690 jobs | $33,500 – $105,000 | $69,200 | +8% |
| San Antonio, TX | 1,126,880 jobs | $32,200 – $101,000 | $66,500 | +4% |
| El Paso, TX | 339,120 jobs | $30,700 – $96,100 | $63,400 | −1% |
| McAllen, TX | 296,700 jobs | $30,200 – $94,300 | $62,300 | −2% |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Lubbock against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic City, NJ | 168,700 jobs | $39,800 – $124,500 | $82,100 | +29% |
| Peoria, IL | 166,020 jobs | $42,400 – $132,000 | $87,300 | +37% |
| Fort Collins, CO | 169,430 jobs | $36,200 – $113,000 | $74,500 | +17% |
| Montgomery, AL | 165,550 jobs | $31,400 – $98,300 | $64,900 | +2% |
Why two Lubbock quotes can differ
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 Lubbock: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an inground pool in Lubbock?
For 450 sq ft, expect $30,900 to $96,700 in the Lubbock area. A standard-spec job lands at $50,700 to $77,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for inground pool in Lubbock?
About $68.50 to $214 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 Lubbock or Midland?
Midland is 95 miles away. The midpoint for 450 sq ft there is $68,400, which is 7% more than Lubbock ($63,800). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Lubbock?
About 48% at the midpoint, or $30,300 out of $63,800. Materials are 52% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 52%.
+What would average (512 sq ft) cost in Lubbock?
$35,200 to $110,000. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does inground pool need a permit in Lubbock?
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 Lubbock area (our national range of $100 to $300 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Lubbock expensive for inground pool compared with the rest of Texas?
Lubbock is 7% below the Texas statewide estimate ($68,800 at the midpoint). We cover 21 metros in Texas; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Lubbock?
The BLS median is $17.78 an hour in the Lubbock area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $16.45 to $21.13.
+What do basic and premium inground pool work cost in Lubbock?
For 450 sq ft, basic work runs $30,900 to $57,300 and premium work $70,400 to $96,700. 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 Lubbock?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through May and September through October. April 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 Lubbock
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.