Pool filter installation costs an average of $1,350, with most homeowners spending $500 – $2,000, according to Angi.1 Corporate sibling HomeAdvisor publishes different headline figures this time: a $1,125 average, a normal range of $250 – $2,000, a low end of $300, and a high end of $2,800 – the sites do not reconcile the differences.2 Fixr (updated January 2025) separately reports a $1,000 national average, scoped to a professional plumber installing a cartridge or sand unit in a mid-sized in-ground pool, within an average range of $500 – $2,000, a low end of $250 for a cartridge filter in a small above-ground pool, and a high end of $4,500 for a DE filter and pump installation in a 40,000-gallon in-ground pool.3 Angi’s most-homeowners range and Fixr’s average range are both $500 – $2,000 (separately published figures, and the pages state no shared sourcing). Prices below are national averages*.
*National averages, not local quotes. Your price depends on filter type, pool size and type, and local labor rates.
$1,350
average (Angi)
$1,125
average (HomeAdvisor)
$1,000
average, scoped (Fixr)
$500–$2,000
most homeowners (Angi); average range (Fixr)
What the sources say
| Source | Headline figures | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Angi (2026 data, updated Oct 2026) | $1,350 average; most homeowners $500 – $2,000; low $500; high $2,500 | Corporate sibling of HomeAdvisor, but the two publish different headline figures here; differences not reconciled |
| HomeAdvisor (2026 data, updated Jun 2026) | $1,125 average; normal range $250 – $2,000; low $300; high $2,800 | Sibling-published figures differ from Angi’s average, low end, and high end without explanation |
| Fixr (updated Jan 2025) | $1,000 average scoped to a pro installing a cartridge or sand unit in a mid-sized in-ground pool; average range $500 – $2,000; low $250; high $4,500 | Separately published, pages state no shared sourcing; average range matches Angi’s most-homeowners range |
Cost by filter type
HomeAdvisor and Fixr publish identical unit-price tables for five filter types (separately published figures with no stated shared sourcing); HomeAdvisor adds averages for four of them. Angi publishes different figures on its own basis, splitting unit and installed costs:1,2,3
HomeAdvisor/Fixr, filter unit only:
| Filter type | Unit cost (HA and Fixr) | HomeAdvisor average |
|---|---|---|
| $30 – $100 | – | |
| Sand | $300 – $1,200 | $750 |
| Cartridge | $200 – $1,600 | $900 |
| Glass | $500 – $1,500 | $1,000 |
| Diatomaceous earth (DE) | $520 – $2,000 | $1,260 |
Angi, unit and installed:
| Filter type | Unit cost (Angi) | Installed cost (Angi) |
|---|---|---|
| Sand | $250 – $600 | $500 – $1,200 |
| Cartridge | $300 – $900 | $700 – $1,600 |
| Diatomaceous earth (DE) | $400 – $1,200 | $1,200 – $2,500 |
Angi’s unit ranges differ from the sibling site’s and Fixr’s (for example, sand at $250 – $600 versus $300 – $1,200); the sources do not reconcile the differences.1,2,3
Cost by pool type
HomeAdvisor and Fixr both price installed filters by pool type. The above-ground row matches at $250 – $1,100 (separately published, no stated shared sourcing); the in-ground and saltwater rows differ without explanation:2,3
| Pool type | HomeAdvisor (installed) | Fixr (installed) |
|---|---|---|
| Above-ground | $250 – $1,100 | $250 – $1,100 |
| In-ground | $250 – $2,000 | $250 – $2,500 |
| Saltwater | $250 – $2,000 | $500 – $2,500 |
Angi prices saltwater-compatible filters as an add-on instead, at $100 – $400 above a standard model.1
Cost by pool size (Angi)
Angi prices installed filters by pool capacity in gallons:1
| Pool size (gallons) | Installed cost (Angi) |
|---|---|
| Up to 10,000 | $500 – $900 |
| 10,000–20,000 | $900 – $1,500 |
| 20,000–30,000 | $1,200 – $2,000 |
| Over 30,000 | $1,800 – $2,500 |
Labor costs
Angi reports minimum service fees of $100 – $250 and hourly labor of $60 – $125 for pool filter installation.1 HomeAdvisor puts a straightforward filter swap at $110 – $140 in labor, with hourly rates by trade: plumbers $45 – $200, electricians $40 – $100, and pool technicians $75 – $100.2 Fixr separately reports plumbers at $45 – $200 per hour (matching HomeAdvisor’s plumber rate; separately published, no stated shared sourcing), specialized technicians at $35 – $55 per hour for simple installations, electricians at $40 – $120, service call fees of $65 – $95 per visit, and trip charges of $50 – $150.3
Cost by brand
Fixr prices filter units by brand: Intex at $100 – $500 and Pentair at $300 – $1,600.3 Angi reports models from well-known brands (it names Hayward, Pentair, and Jandy) at $500 – $2,500.1
Replacement, repairs, and combined installs
Fixr puts the average pool filter replacement at $250 – $1,500 and a replacement gasket at $10 – $40.3 Angi prices common filter repairs (gasket replacement, valve repair, or media replacement) at $100 – $400, and upgrading to a different filter type at $200 – $600 in added costs.1 For combined work, Fixr prices installing a pump and filter together at $650 – $5,500,3 while HomeAdvisor reports a like-for-like pool pump replacement at $500 – $2,820.2 See our guides to pool pump repair and pool heater installation for related equipment.
Add-ons and fees
HomeAdvisor and Fixr both price a skimmer box or basket at $5 – $35 (separately published figures with no stated shared sourcing).2,3 Angi lists permit fees of $50 – $200, old-equipment disposal at $50 – $150, code-compliance or warranty inspections at $50 – $200, optional add-ons such as timers and pressure gauges at $100 – $500 or more, smart or automated systems at $500 or more, and extended warranties at $100 – $300.1
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Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to install a pool filter?
Angi reports an average of $1,350 with most homeowners spending $500 – $2,000. HomeAdvisor reports a $1,125 average and a $250 – $2,000 normal range. Fixr separately reports a $1,000 average, scoped to a professional installing a cartridge or sand unit in a mid-sized in-ground pool, within an average range of $500 – $2,000.1,2,3
How much does a DE pool filter cost?
HomeAdvisor and Fixr price a DE filter unit at $520 – $2,000 (separately published, no stated shared sourcing). Angi prices a DE unit at $400 – $1,200 and installed at $1,200 – $2,500.1,2,3
How much does it cost to replace a pool filter?
Fixr reports an average replacement cost of $250 – $1,500. Angi prices common repairs at $100 – $400.1,3
How much does a pool filter cost for an above-ground pool?
HomeAdvisor and Fixr both report $250 – $1,100 installed for above-ground pools (separately published figures with no stated shared sourcing).2,3
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Sources
1. Angi — How Much Does a Pool Filter Cost? (2026 data)
2. HomeAdvisor — How Much Does a Pool Filter Cost? (2026 data)
3. Fixr — Pool Filter Installation Cost (updated Jan 2025)