Inground pool cost in Kennewick, WA
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (450 sq ft)
- $42,300 – $132,000
- Per sq ft
- $94 – $293
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- +17%
- US $74,500
- Rank of 300 metros
- #22
- 1 = most expensive
Kennewick homeowners pay roughly $42,300 to $132,000 to install an inground pool at 450 sq ft, or $94 to $293 per sq ft (permit not included). Against the US midpoint, Kennewick is 17% higher. Construction laborers earn a median of $26.32 an hour in the Kennewick area, 16% above the US median of $22.66.
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Estimated cost for 450 sq ft in Kennewick, WA, standard level
$69,300 to $105,000
About $154 to $233 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 57% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $29,600 | $45,100 |
| Labor | $39,500 | $59,900 |
| Permits and fees | $160 | $240 |
| Total | $69,300 | $105,000 |
Cost breakdown for 450 sq ft in Kennewick, WA
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $18,000 | $37,300 | $56,700 | 43% |
| Labor | $24,300 | $49,700 | $75,200 | 57% |
| Permits and fees | $100 | $200 | $300 | 0% |
| Total | $42,300 | $87,300 | $132,000 | 100% |
What is behind the Kennewick number
Labor is 57% of the midpoint bill here, against 52% nationally. The mix of trades behind this job is construction laborers (40%), operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (30%), brickmasons and blockmasons (20%), plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (10%). We weight each trade's local median wage by that share and compare it with the national median. In Kennewick the blended ratio comes out at 1.28.
On the materials line, the BEA goods price index for the Kennewick metro is 105.0 (US = 100). The midpoint materials bill for 450 sq ft comes to $37,300, compared with $35,600 at national prices. Permit and inspection fees are scaled by the broader index (100.1) and land at $100 to $300.
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 Kennewick. The wage table below marks each row.
Local wages behind the labor line
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 Kennewick is 1.28 times the national level.
Construction laborers (47-2061), 40% of the weighting: a median of $26.32 an hour, 16% above the US median of $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $21.79 and $33.92 an hour. About 1,110 work in the metro. That is 85.7 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 70.5 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073, weighted 30%) the local median is $38.39 an hour, which is 33% above the national $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $33.53 and $48.81 an hour. BLS counts 460 of them working in the area, 35.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.7), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) carry 20% of the labor weighting. BLS does not publish this trade for the Kennewick metro, so we used the Washington statewide median: $40.00 an hour against $29.87 for the US. The middle half of them earn between $35.14 and $49.11 an hour.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 10%) the local median is $46.70 an hour, which is 52% above the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $29.15 and $61.16 an hour. BLS counts 840 of them working in the area, 64.9 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 ($33.92 an hour) instead of the median, the labor line grows by about $5,200. At the 25th percentile ($21.79) it shrinks by about $3,100. The total moves by 5.9% or 3.5%, so wages alone rarely explain a quote that is far outside our range.
For context on the local economy, BLS counts 129,490 jobs in the Kennewick-Richland area. That makes it the 169th largest of the 300 metros we cover, with 0.08% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 40% | $21.79 | $26.32 | $33.92 | $22.66 | 1.16 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 30% | $33.53 | $38.39 | $48.81 | $28.78 | 1.33 | metro |
| Brickmasons and blockmasons (47-2021) | 20% | $35.14 | $40.00 | $49.11 | $29.87 | 1.34 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 10% | $29.15 | $46.70 | $61.16 | $30.67 | 1.52 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.28 | |||||
Kennewick: what basic, standard and premium work costs
Three bands are cut from the same cited range and localized for Kennewick 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
$42,300 to $78,300
Vinyl-liner pool, small size
Standard
$69,300 to $105,000
Fiberglass pool, standard size
Premium
$96,200 to $132,000
Concrete or gunite, large with custom features
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small pool (400 sq ft) | $37,700 – $69,600 | $61,600 – $93,600 | $85,600 – $117,500 |
| average (512 sq ft) | $48,200 – $89,000 | $78,800 – $119,500 | $109,500 – $150,500 |
| large (800 sq ft) | $75,200 – $139,000 | $123,000 – $187,000 | $171,000 – $235,000 |
Related projects, priced for Kennewick
Because every project leans on different trades, Kennewick's wage level does not move all prices equally. Against the US midpoint, French drain runs +18% and wood deck +6%.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aluminum fence | 150 linear ft | $4,200 – $12,500 | +10% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $3,450 – $6,250 | +15% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,400 – $4,650 | +16% |
| Wood deck | 300 sq ft | $8,050 – $16,100 | +6% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $710 – $2,450 | +18% |
| Retaining wall | 200 sq ft of wall face | $8,400 – $15,300 | +16% |
Why two Kennewick 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.
How Kennewick compares
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 $74,500 to $93,300 across Kennewick and its five closest metros.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kennewick, WAthis page | $42,300 – $132,000 | $87,300 | |
| Yakima, WA70 miles | $39,600 – $123,500 | $81,500 | −7% |
| Spokane, WA140 miles | $40,200 – $125,500 | $82,900 | −5% |
| Seattle, WA145 miles | $45,300 – $141,500 | $93,300 | +7% |
| Coeur d'Alene, ID150 miles | $36,100 – $113,000 | $74,500 | −15% |
| Portland, OR165 miles | $42,200 – $132,000 | $87,100 | level |
| Washington (statewide) | $42,400 – $132,500 | $87,400 | level |
| United States | $36,100 – $113,000 | $74,500 | −15% |
Across 300 US metros, Kennewick comes in at #22 from the top. The priciest is Kahului, HI at $105,000; the cheapest is McAllen, TX at $62,300 (midpoints, 450 sq ft). Statewide, Kennewick is 0% below the Washington figure.
Other Washington metros
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seattle, WA | 2,086,210 jobs | $45,300 – $141,500 | $93,300 | +7% |
| Spokane, WA | 255,820 jobs | $40,200 – $125,500 | $82,900 | −5% |
| Olympia, WA | 130,300 jobs | $43,800 – $136,500 | $90,200 | +3% |
| Yakima, WA | 97,010 jobs | $39,600 – $123,500 | $81,500 | −7% |
| Bremerton, WA | 93,740 jobs | $41,700 – $130,500 | $86,000 | −1% |
| Bellingham, WA | 91,390 jobs | $44,200 – $138,000 | $91,100 | +4% |
Cities with a workforce like Kennewick's
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Kennewick against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waco, TX | 129,860 jobs | $31,800 – $99,500 | $65,600 | −25% |
| Elkhart, IN | 127,730 jobs | $36,100 – $112,500 | $74,400 | −15% |
| Olympia, WA | 130,300 jobs | $43,800 – $136,500 | $90,200 | +3% |
| Norwich, CT | 126,450 jobs | $37,800 – $118,000 | $77,900 | −11% |
When to schedule inground pool in Kennewick
We use NOAA's 1991-2020 climate normals for Pasco Tri Cities Ap (5 miles from the city center). These are 30-year monthly averages, not forecasts.
May through June and September are the stretches where pouring concrete runs into the fewest weather problems in Kennewick (3 of 12 months). January, February, March, April, October, November and December have an average overnight low of 40°F or below; 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.
Kennewick gets about 8 inches of precipitation in a normal year. The wettest months are January, November and December (1.0 inches in January). Inside the workable window, June and September are the driest, at 0.6 and 0.3 inches. The station averages about 55 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 | 41 | 28 | 1.0 | Cold |
| Feb | 49 | 28 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Mar | 59 | 33 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Apr | 67 | 38 | 0.7 | Cold |
| May | 77 | 46 | 0.7 | Workable |
| Jun | 83 | 53 | 0.6 | Workable |
| Jul | 93 | 57 | 0.1 | Hot |
| Aug | 91 | 56 | 0.3 | Hot |
| Sep | 81 | 48 | 0.3 | Workable |
| Oct | 66 | 38 | 0.7 | Cold |
| Nov | 50 | 32 | 0.9 | Cold |
| Dec | 41 | 27 | 1.0 | Cold |
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Inground pool in Kennewick: your questions
+How much does it cost to install an inground pool in Kennewick?
For 450 sq ft, expect $42,300 to $132,000 in the Kennewick area. A standard-spec job lands at $69,300 to $105,000. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for inground pool in Kennewick?
About $94 to $293 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $100 to $300 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $80 to $250.
+Is inground pool cheaper in Kennewick or Yakima?
Yakima is 70 miles away. The midpoint for 450 sq ft there is $81,500, which is 7% less than Kennewick ($87,300). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Kennewick?
About 57% at the midpoint, or $49,700 out of $87,300. Materials are 43% and permits 0%. Nationally, labor is 52%.
+What would average (512 sq ft) cost in Kennewick?
$48,200 to $150,500. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does inground pool need a permit in Kennewick?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $100 to $300 for fees in the Kennewick area (our national range of $100 to $300 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Kennewick expensive for inground pool compared with the rest of Washington?
Kennewick is 0% below the Washington statewide estimate ($87,400 at the midpoint). We cover 7 metros in Washington; see the state page to compare them.
+What do construction laborers earn in Kennewick?
The BLS median is $26.32 an hour in the Kennewick area, compared with $22.66 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $21.79 to $33.92.
+What do basic and premium inground pool work cost in Kennewick?
For 450 sq ft, basic work runs $42,300 to $78,300 and premium work $96,200 to $132,000. 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 Kennewick?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are May through June and September. June and September 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 Kennewick
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.