How Much Does a Pool Cost in Odessa & Midland, TX?

If you're pricing out a pool in the Permian Basin, you've probably already run into the answer nobody finds helpful:"it depends."

It does depend — on the size of the pool, the shape of your yard, and how far you want to go with finishes and features. But "it depends" shouldn't mean you're left guessing. So here's the straight version, from a crew that's been building gunite pools in West Texas since the 1970s.

Below is a real breakdown of what a pool costs in Odessa and Midland in 2026, what actually moves the price up or down, and the local factors — caliche soil, hard water, brutal heat — that most online cost guides don't account for.

The short answer

For acustom gunite pool in the Odessa–Midland area, most projects land somewhere between roughly $60,000 and $120,000+.That's not a bait number — it's a real range, and where you land inside it comes down to a handful of decisions we'll walk through below.

To put that in context, industry guides put a standard inground pool in Texas in the mid-$40,000s to mid-$80,000s, while fully custom gunite builds with premium finishes and add-ons commonly run $80,000 to $150,000 or more. Gunite (sprayed concrete over steel) is the most durable and most customizable of the three main pool types, which is exactly why the range is wide — you can build a clean, straightforward pool, or you can build a resort.

The only way to getyournumber is to have someone look at your actual yard. But understanding the cost drivers first means you'll know whether a quote is honest before it ever lands in your inbox.

What actually drives the price

1. Size and depth

This is the biggest lever. A larger pool means more excavation, more steel, more gunite, more plumbing, more interior finish, and bigger equipment to run it all. Depth matters too — a deeper pool is more concrete and more water volume to circulate and heat.

2. Gunite vs. other pool types

Gunite pools cost more up front than vinyl liner pools and sit in a similar range to fiberglass, but they last longer and can be built in any shape or size you want. Vinyl liners are cheaper to install but the liner wears out every 7–10 years and has to be replaced. Fiberglass installs fast but you're limited to pre-molded shapes and sizes that fit down your access. For a pool built to last decades in West Texas, gunite is worth the investment — but it's honest to say it's not the cheapest option on day one.

3. Your yard and site access

Can a machine get to the dig site, or does everything have to come through a narrow side gate by hand? Is the ground level or sloped? Site access and prep are some of the most underestimated line items in any pool budget. In our area,caliche soilis a real factor — that hard, calcium-rich layer under a lot of Permian Basin yards can make excavation slower and more involved than a builder used to soft soil would expect.

4. Finishes, decking, and coping

The interior finish (plaster, quartz, or pebble), the waterline tile, the coping, and the deck around the pool are where a build's look — and cost — really takes shape. A basic broom-finish concrete deck is one number; stamped, stained, flagstone, or travertine decking is another. These choices don't change how the pool works, but they change how the whole backyard feels, and they add up fast.

5. Spa, water features, and equipment

An attached gunite spa, tanning ledges, water features, upgraded lighting, automation you can run from your phone, and a heater or larger pump all add to the total. Equipment is easy to overlook, but a good pump, filter, and (if you want one) heater are what keep the pool usable and efficient for years.

The West Texas factors that change the math

Most pool cost guides online are written for milder climates or big metro markets. Building in the Permian Basin comes with realities they never mention:

• Hard water.West Texas water is hard on plaster, tile, and equipment. Building with that in mind from the start saves you money on the back end.

• Caliche soil.As noted above, our soil can complicate excavation and calls for a crew that's dug in it before.

• Brutal summer heat.Great for pool season — tough on decking that isn't laid to stay walkable in July, and on finishes and equipment that weren't chosen for the climate.

• January freeze events.We don't get many, but the ones we get can crack the wrong plumbing. A pool built for West Texas is built to handle both extremes, not just the hot half of the year.

Get these wrong and the pool costs you more over its life than you ever saved on the build. This is the biggest reason to hire a builder who actually works in Odessa and Midland, not one driving in from another market with a template.

New build vs. remodel

Not everyone starting this search needs a brand-new pool. If you already have one that's tired — cracked plaster, dated tile, equipment that quits every summer — aremodel is almost always a fraction of the cost of a new buildand can make an old pool look and run like new.

A typical remodel might include replaster, retile, new coping, updated equipment, or a new deck — in any combination. Because the shell is already in the ground, you skip the biggest expenses of a new build. If you're not sure whether your pool is worth saving, that's exactly the kind of thing a builder can tell you honestly on a free visit.

See our pool remodeling and repair service.

What about financing?

A pool is a real investment, and not everyone wants to write one check for it. Pina Pools works withLyon Financial, so you can spread the cost of your build over time and get pre-approved before construction ever starts. It's worth knowing your options before you rule a project out on budget alone — the dream backyard may be more reachable than the sticker number suggests.

How long does a pool take to build?

Plan on agunite pool taking roughly 8 to 16 weeksfrom dig to completion, with permitting adding a few weeks before construction starts. Weather, site conditions, and how custom the build is all affect the timeline. A good builder gives you a realistic schedule up front instead of an optimistic one they can't hit.

How to get a real number for your yard

Here's the honest truth: no blog post, and no online calculator, can quote your pool. Your price depends on your yard, your soil, your access, and the choices you make about finishes and features. Anyone who quotes you a firm number over the phone without seeing the site is guessing — and you'll feel it later in change orders.

At Pina Pools, we come out, look at your yard, and give you a straight number. No bait pricing, no surprise change orders once the hole is dug. Hector — the owner — runs every project himself, from the first dig to the last tile.

If you're in Odessa,Midland,Andrews,Big Spring,or anywhere in the surrounding Permian Basin,get a free, no-obligation estimateand let's talk about what your backyard can become. Ready to start dreaming?Explore our custom pool builds.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a custom pool cost in Odessa, TX?Most custom gunite pool projects in the Odessa and Midland area fall roughly between $60,000 and $120,000 or more in 2026. The final price depends on size, site conditions, finishes, decking, and features like spas or water features. The only way to get an accurate number is a free on-site estimate.

Is a gunite pool worth it compared to fiberglass or vinyl?For most West Texas homeowners, yes. Gunite costs more up front than a vinyl liner pool and sits near fiberglass in price, but it can be built in any shape or size and lasts for decades with proper care — a strong fit for a pool you plan to keep.

How long does it take to build a pool in the Permian Basin?Expect about 8 to 16 weeks from excavation to completion for a gunite pool, plus a few weeks for permitting beforehand. Custom features and weather can extend the timeline.

Do you offer financing?Yes. Pina Pools works with Lyon Financial so you can finance your build and get pre-approved before construction starts.

Do you build pools outside of Odessa?Yes — we serve Odessa, Midland, Andrews, Big Spring, and the surrounding Permian Basin. Reach out for a free estimate and we'll come look at your yard.