A dedicated outdoor pickleball court typically runs $25,000–$50,000 built from bare ground, and most of that number has nothing to do with paint. Here is where the money actually goes, so you can budget like the installers who build these courts every week.
The quick answer
- New court on new concrete: $25,000–$50,000
- Surfacing an existing slab: $6,000–$12,000
- Resurfacing a worn court: $4,000–$8,000
- Cushioned surface upgrade (CushionX): add $3–$5 per sq ft
Ranges reflect typical U.S. installer pricing in 2026. Site work, region, and access can move any of them.
The cost breakdown, line by line
| Line item | Typical range | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Concrete pad (30'×60', 4–5") | $12,000–$25,000 | The biggest variable — grading, drainage, rebar |
| Acrylic surfacing system | $5,000–$9,000 | Acrylic resurfacer + color coats + lines |
| Cushion system (optional) | $3,000–$7,000 | 4–8mm layers, easier on joints |
| Net + posts | $800–$2,500 | Permanent posts need footers before the pour |
| Fencing | $4,000–$12,000 | 10' chain link, four sides |
| Lighting (optional) | $5,000–$15,000 | Two poles, LED heads |
Why the surface choice matters more than it looks
Every acrylic coating looks similar in a bucket. The difference shows up in year three — UV fade, hairline cracking, and how the texture holds pace. Acrytech coatings are 100% acrylic systems engineered for exactly that long game, which is why AT Sports has been the official court surface of the PPA Tour since 2020. The same system that goes down at championship venues goes down on backyard courts.
Cushioned or hard?
Pickleball's player base skews active-adult, and knees notice concrete. A CushionX layer between the slab and the color coats adds roughly $3–$5 per square foot and delivers up to 15% impact reduction. Clubs report it as one of the amenities members actually mention.
Can you convert a tennis court?
Yes — one tennis court converts to four pickleball courts, and conversion is dramatically cheaper than new construction because the pad already exists. Budget $6,000–$15,000 for crack repair, color coats, and new lines depending on slab condition. Cracks must be addressed first — see our crack repair guide.
Get a real number for your site
The ranges above are national. Your dirt, your drainage, and your region set the real price — and the fastest way to a firm quote is an installer who knows the AT Sports system. Find an ATS installer near you or call us at (770) 734-3000 and we'll point you to one.