{"id":514,"date":"2026-09-10T16:20:06","date_gmt":"2026-09-10T16:20:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thebackyardpondaz.com\/blog\/?p=514"},"modified":"2026-09-10T16:20:06","modified_gmt":"2026-09-10T16:20:06","slug":"koi-pond-setup-cost","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thebackyardpondaz.com\/blog\/koi-pond-setup-cost\/","title":{"rendered":"Koi Pond Setup Cost"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Koi pond costs will vary based on both size and additions. For example, smaller koi ponds cost between <strong>$5,000-$6,000<\/strong>, while larger ponds can cost more than <strong>$60,000<\/strong>. Average size ponds cost between <strong>$15,000-$20,000<\/strong>.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1557934592635{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;623-878-6695&#8243; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-phone&#8221; button_block=&#8221;true&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:tel%3A%2B1623-878-6695|||&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Get a Quote&#8221; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-envelope-open&#8221; button_block=&#8221;true&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fthebackyardpondaz.com%2Fcontact.htm|||&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_68_1 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title \" >Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/thebackyardpondaz.com\/blog\/koi-pond-setup-cost\/#Koi_Pond_Installation_Costs\" title=\"Koi Pond Installation Costs\">Koi Pond Installation Costs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/thebackyardpondaz.com\/blog\/koi-pond-setup-cost\/#Koi_Pond_Costs_By_Size\" title=\"Koi Pond Costs By Size\">Koi Pond Costs By Size<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/thebackyardpondaz.com\/blog\/koi-pond-setup-cost\/#Koi_Pond_Setup_Suggestions\" title=\"Koi Pond Setup Suggestions\">Koi Pond Setup Suggestions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Koi_Pond_Installation_Costs\"><\/span>Koi Pond Installation Costs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Setting up a koi pond can be pricier than a regular pond because they&#8217;re basically mini-ecosystems. This higher cost comes from needing two types of filters, plants, rocks, and fish. The good news is, since these ponds pretty much take care of themselves, you won&#8217;t spend as much on upkeep.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Koi_Pond_Costs_By_Size\"><\/span>Koi Pond Costs By Size<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>A 7 by 11 foot pond might set you back between $5,000 and $6,000.<br \/>\nFor a 15 by 20 foot pond, expect to pay $15,000 to $20,000.<br \/>\nIf you&#8217;re dreaming of a big 24 by 36 foot pond, it&#8217;ll likely cost $60,000 or more.<\/p>\n<p>You can always add extra features to your koi pond to make it even better, but each addition will bump up the price. Some popular extras include:<\/p>\n<p>Water plants.<br \/>\nLights you can put underwater.<br \/>\nAn automatic water filling system.<br \/>\nWaterfalls.<br \/>\nAn Ion-Gen device to keep the water clean.<br \/>\nFountains.<br \/>\nSteam features.<br \/>\nAnd other cool stuff!<\/p>\n<p>To make sure your koi are happy and healthy, your pond needs to be designed right. Many experts suggest following certain guidelines to create the best environment for them. Typically, koi ponds are bigger than ponds without fish.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Koi_Pond_Setup_Suggestions\"><\/span>Koi Pond Setup Suggestions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>It should hold at least 1,000 gallons of water.<br \/>\nIt needs to be 3 feet or deeper.<br \/>\nYou should plan for about 25 square feet of pond surface for every koi.<\/p>\n<p>It&#8217;s super important to remember that your fish will need some shade. If your pond gets a lot of direct sun, consider adding floating plants like water lilies. Most of the pond&#8217;s surface should be covered to give your koi a cool spot to get away from the sun. Plus, plants give them a place to hide from anything that might want to eat them.<\/p>\n<p>Water plants are a big deal. Aquatic plants help keep the pond&#8217;s ecosystem balanced, creating a natural habitat for your fish. Some plants even add oxygen to the water, which is what the fish breathe. Koi also enjoy munching on various types of water plants.<\/p>\n<p>If your pond isn&#8217;t too crowded, your fish might not even need extra food. They can get by on algae, bugs, and other bits found in the pond. You can also choose plants that double as a food source for them.<\/p>\n<p>Phoenix Area Pond Supply<\/p>\n<p>If you are looking for live fish, live plants, pond filtration, pumps, or anything else you need to start or care for your water garden or garden pond The Backyard Pond has everything you need. We serve residents of the greater Phoenix area with the best selection of Koi, plants, and all the supplies you need. <a href=\"https:\/\/goo.gl\/maps\/F1wCicK23zz\">Stop by<\/a> or give us a call at <a href=\"tel:+1-623-878-6695\">623-878-6695<\/a>\u00a0with your questions.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1557934592635{padding-bottom: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;623-878-6695&#8243; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-phone&#8221; button_block=&#8221;true&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:tel%3A%2B1623-878-6695|||&#8221;][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/2&#8243;][vc_btn title=&#8221;Get a Quote&#8221; style=&#8221;flat&#8221; align=&#8221;center&#8221; i_icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-envelope-open&#8221; button_block=&#8221;true&#8221; add_icon=&#8221;true&#8221; link=&#8221;url:https%3A%2F%2Fthebackyardpondaz.com%2Fcontact.htm|||&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Koi pond costs will vary based on both size and additions. 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