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New Pool Cost in Arizona — Full 2026 Breakdown
What a new pool actually costs in Phoenix — broken down by shell, finish, deck, equipment, and the upgrades that are worth it.
Dylan, AE Outdoor Living · January 9, 2026
2026 ballpark
A basic play pool with plaster, base equipment, and a small concrete deck starts around $65K–$85K. A typical mid-range pool with pebble, an attached spa, travertine deck, and Pentair automation lands $110K–$175K. Resort-tier with vanishing edge, sheer-descent water features, glass tile, swim-up bar and full deck: $200K–$400K+.
Where the money goes
- Shell & excavation: ~30%
- Plumbing, electrical, equipment: ~25%
- Interior finish (pebble/plaster/tile): ~15%
- Coping & deck: ~20%
- Features, lighting, automation: ~10%
Upgrades worth the money
Variable-speed pump, salt cell, Pentair IntelliCenter automation, deeper tanning ledge (10"+), and an extra return line. Glass tile waterline is a popular finish upgrade — review its exact selection, installation details, and maintenance expectations in your written proposal.
