An inground pool in Minnesota typically costs around $130,000 for the pool itself. But a pool is only as good as the space around it, so we recommend budgeting at least $75,000 more for the surrounding landscape to get the full resort feel. That means a complete pool-and-backyard project usually lands between $200,000 and $430,000 or more, depending on scope.
Here is what goes into that number, with real examples from pools we have built across the Twin Cities.
Inground pool project cost breakdown
| Part of the project | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| The pool (fiberglass or vinyl) | ~$130,000 |
| Surrounding landscape & hardscape (recommended minimum) | $75,000+ |
| Complete pool + backyard project | $200,000 - $430,000+ |
Real examples from our portfolio: Modern on the Green (Hudson, WI, $192K), The Home Resort (Shakopee, $230K), Still Waters (Mahtomedi, $260K), and Life on the Fairway (Woodbury, $430K), each a full pool plus landscape.
Fiberglass vs. vinyl: how it affects cost
We install two types of pools, both through trusted Latham dealers:
- Fiberglass (through our sister company, Blaiser Pools): a smooth, durable, low-maintenance surface that installs quickly. It comes in set shapes and sizes.
- Vinyl-liner (through Legacy Pools): typically lower up-front cost and can be built to almost any shape and size, with the liner refreshed roughly every 10 years.
We do not install concrete or gunite pools. For a deeper look, read our guide on fiberglass vs. vinyl pools in Minnesota.
Why the landscape budget matters
The single most common pool regret is not the pool, it is everything around it: a deck that is too small, a muddy yard that never got finished, landscaping that ran out of budget. Because we are a design-build company, we plan the pool, patio, grading, plantings, and outdoor living together, and show it to you in 3D before we dig. That is why we recommend at least $75,000 for the surrounding space, so the day the water goes in, the whole backyard is finished.
What is included
A complete pool project with us covers the design, the pool (installed through Blaiser or Legacy), and everything around it: the paver patio, retaining walls and grading, any fire features or outdoor kitchen, plus plantings, lighting, and the finishing touches that make it a true backyard resort.
Financing your pool
You can spread the cost with financing through Lyon Financial, low fixed rates, no equity or appraisals required, and estimate a monthly payment in seconds.
Get a real number for your backyard
Every yard and every pool is different. We build pools and full backyards across the Twin Cities, from Woodbury to Mahtomedi and the west metro. Get a free quote and we will give you an honest range to plan around.