The pool industry, in numbers.
Pool counts, business counts, growth and card payments for 2026, and the posts that go deeper.
2026 headline numbers
8.8M
Residential pools in the US
2026 estimate
125K+
Pool service businesses
Most under 10 employees
4-6%
Industry growth
Per year
$15-20B
Paid by card
Per year, across the industry
Rounded estimates for 2026. Pool and business counts draw on US Census Bureau data (NAICS code 561790), APSP and AQUA Magazine. The card figure comes from industry blended rates and operator interviews. Check any number against your own books before a big decision.
How the numbers are worked outIndustry data, in depth
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Pool industry statistics 2026: market size, growth, and operator data
A 2026 update on pool industry statistics. Pool counts, business counts, market size, growth rates, and the data points pool service operators need to know.
Apr 22, 2026 · 7 min read
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How many pool service companies are in the United States in 2026?
How many pool service companies are in the US? About 125,000 in 2026, most with fewer than 10 employees. State by state breakdown and what it means.
Apr 25, 2026 · 5 min read
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Pool technician wages by state: a 2026 operator guide
Pool technician wages by state in 2026. Hourly rates and salaries for California, Florida, Texas, Arizona, Nevada and more. CPO premium and lead tech pay.
May 10, 2026 · 9 min read
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