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Rhode Island pool estimate

Inground Pool Cost in Rhode Island (2026)

Building an inground pool in Rhode Island runs roughly 20% above the national average on labor and materials, which we apply to the pool shell. With about a 8-month swim season and residential power around 28¢/kWh, where you live shapes both the build price and what it costs to run.

A typical 400 sq ft gunite pool in Rhode Island

20 ft × 20 ft, 5 ft average depth, standard (flat) excavation, no add-ons — a clean baseline before you customize.

Estimated all-in cost
$46k – $62k
Footprint
400 sq ft
Base shell
$53,800
Equipment + finish + dig
Midpoint
$53,800
Local labor
120%
vs. national baseline (100%)
  • Estimate for pre-qualification, not a quote; price varies by contractor, location, and season.

Last updated June 30, 2026

Gunite vs. fiberglass vs. vinyl in Rhode Island

Same 400 sq ft pool, priced three ways with Rhode Island's labor rates.

Gunite (concrete)
$46k – $62k
Fiberglass
$42k – $57k
Vinyl liner
$31k – $42k

Estimate your pool in Rhode Island

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Estimated total cost
$60,472–$81,815
Build: 8–12 weeks
Low $60kMost likely ~$71,144High $82k
WHERE THE MONEY GOES · at ~$71,144
Shell & construction
$61,864
Excavation
$9,280
Then budget $1,800–$3,600/yr to run it.Upkeep costs →
iEstimate for pre-qualification, not a quote; price varies by contractor, location, and season.
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Already have a pool? Running costs in Rhode Island hinge on the same local power price — see monthly maintenance and heating costs. Or head back to the national pool cost calculator.