How Much Does Hot Tub / Spa Installation Cost?
Updated for 2026 — national average costs with state-by-state breakdowns
What Does Hot Tub / Spa Installation Include?
Hot tub installation includes the tub itself, electrical work (240V circuit), delivery, pad preparation, and optional features like covers, steps, and privacy enclosures. Ongoing costs include chemicals, electricity, and maintenance.
The national average cost for hot tub / spa installation is $7,500 per installation. Most homeowners pay between $3,000 and $15,000, though costs can vary significantly based on your location, the scope of work, and other factors outlined below.
What Affects the Price?
Tub
Entry-level (plug-and-play): $3,000-$5,000. Mid-range: $5,000-$10,000. Premium (Jacuzzi, Bullfrog): $8,000-$16,000. Swim spa: $15,000-$30,000
Installation
Electrical (240V sub-panel): $500-$1,500. Concrete pad: $500-$1,500. Delivery/crane: $200-$500. Cover lifter: $200-$400
Key Cost Factors
- ✓Tub size and brand
- ✓Electrical requirements
- ✓Pad/base preparation
- ✓Indoor vs outdoor
- ✓Features and jets
💡 Tips to Save Money
- 1.Floor model and end-of-season sales save 20-40%
- 2.Inflatable hot tubs ($300-$800) are a budget entry point
- 3.DIY the concrete pad to save $500-$1,000
- 4.Energy-efficient models with full-foam insulation save $30-$50/month in electricity
📈 Hot Tub / Spa Installation Cost Trends (2020–2024)
Prices have increased +17.7% over the last 5 years
| Year | National Avg | YoY Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | $6,370 | — |
| 2021 | $6,638 | +4.2% |
| 2022 | $7,069 | +6.5% |
| 2023 | $7,267 | +2.8% |
| 2024 | $7,500 | +3.2% |
Based on national averages adjusted for annual inflation. Actual costs vary by location and project scope.
Hot Tub / Spa Installation Cost by State
Costs vary significantly by state due to labor rates, cost of living, and local market conditions. Click any state for a detailed breakdown.
| State | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alabama | $2,460 | $6,150 | $12,300 |
| Alaska | $3,840 | $9,600 | $19,200 |
| Arizona | $2,850 | $7,125 | $14,250 |
| Arkansas | $2,400 | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| California | $4,050 | $10,125 | $20,250 |
| Colorado | $3,240 | $8,100 | $16,200 |
| Connecticut | $3,660 | $9,150 | $18,300 |
| Delaware | $3,150 | $7,875 | $15,750 |
| Florida | $2,940 | $7,350 | $14,700 |
| Georgia | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| Hawaii | $4,260 | $10,650 | $21,300 |
| Idaho | $2,760 | $6,900 | $13,800 |
| Illinois | $3,150 | $7,875 | $15,750 |
| Indiana | $2,640 | $6,600 | $13,200 |
| Iowa | $2,580 | $6,450 | $12,900 |
| Kansas | $2,550 | $6,375 | $12,750 |
| Kentucky | $2,520 | $6,300 | $12,600 |
| Louisiana | $2,610 | $6,525 | $13,050 |
| Maine | $3,060 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| Maryland | $3,450 | $8,625 | $17,250 |
| Massachusetts | $3,900 | $9,750 | $19,500 |
| Michigan | $2,760 | $6,900 | $13,800 |
| Minnesota | $3,060 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| Mississippi | $2,340 | $5,850 | $11,700 |
| Missouri | $2,610 | $6,525 | $13,050 |
| Montana | $2,850 | $7,125 | $14,250 |
| Nebraska | $2,640 | $6,600 | $13,200 |
| Nevada | $3,060 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| New Hampshire | $3,360 | $8,400 | $16,800 |
| New Jersey | $3,750 | $9,375 | $18,750 |
| New Mexico | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| New York | $3,960 | $9,900 | $19,800 |
| North Carolina | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| North Dakota | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| Ohio | $2,700 | $6,750 | $13,500 |
| Oklahoma | $2,490 | $6,225 | $12,450 |
| Oregon | $3,300 | $8,250 | $16,500 |
| Pennsylvania | $3,060 | $7,650 | $15,300 |
| Rhode Island | $3,450 | $8,625 | $17,250 |
| South Carolina | $2,610 | $6,525 | $13,050 |
| South Dakota | $2,550 | $6,375 | $12,750 |
| Tennessee | $2,580 | $6,450 | $12,900 |
| Texas | $2,790 | $6,975 | $13,950 |
| Utah | $2,850 | $7,125 | $14,250 |
| Vermont | $3,240 | $8,100 | $16,200 |
| Virginia | $3,150 | $7,875 | $15,750 |
| Washington | $3,450 | $8,625 | $17,250 |
| West Virginia | $2,400 | $6,000 | $12,000 |
| Wisconsin | $2,820 | $7,050 | $14,100 |
| Wyoming | $2,760 | $6,900 | $13,800 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to run a hot tub monthly?
Average monthly operating costs are $30-$60 for electricity, $10-$20 for chemicals, and $10-$20 for water. Total: about $50-$100/month. Well-insulated tubs in mild climates cost less.
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