Reference cost (Updated: 10 Oct 2026 · Data: Jun 2026)
Hong Kong construction labour and materials cost data.
Selected C&SD published data for contractors who need a quick market reference when reviewing payment, VO and final account issues.
Selected labour
Average daily wages.
Selected public sector construction occupations for June 2026. Movements compare June 2026 with March 2026 and June 2025 respectively. These figures do not represent wages across the whole construction industry.
| Occupation | Reference month | Average daily wage | 3-month movement | 12-month movement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bar bender and fixer | 2026-06 | HK$2,351.7 | +2.1% | -0.3% |
| Carpenter (formwork) | 2026-06 | HK$1,954.3 | +0.8% | -2.4% |
| Concretor | 2026-06 | HK$1,819.4 | +1.4% | -3.2% |
| Electrical fitter (incl. electrician) | 2026-06 | HK$1,440.5 | +1.8% | +2.3% |
| General workers | 2026-06 | HK$1,218.2 | +0.3% | +1.0% |
| Painter and decorator | 2026-06 | HK$1,334.6 | -1.8% | -5.1% |
| Plasterer | 2026-06 | HK$1,327.1 | -4.7% | -7.7% |
| Plumber | 2026-06 | HK$1,531.2 | +0.8% | -2.7% |
| Scaffolder | 2026-06 | HK$1,467.1 | +0.2% | -2.0% |
| Waterproofing worker | 2026-06 | HK$1,385.4 | +11.3% | +6.7% |
Selected materials
Average wholesale prices.
Selected building materials for June 2026. Movements compare June 2026 with March 2026 and June 2025 respectively. Wholesale prices exclude delivery to the purchaser's site; movements in these averages may differ from material cost index movements.
| Material | Reference month | Unit | Price | 3-month movement | 12-month movement |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aggregates | 2026-06 | tonne | HK$90 | +4.7% | +4.7% |
| Bitumen | 2026-06 | tonne | HK$10,250 | +0.8% | +4.9% |
| Concrete blocks, 100mm thick | 2026-06 | square metre | HK$107 | 0.0% | +1.9% |
| Clear float glass, 6mm thick | 2026-06 | square metre | HK$171 | -1.2% | -3.4% |
| Emulsion paint | 2026-06 | litre | HK$72 | +4.3% | +5.9% |
| High tensile steel bars, 10mm to 40mm | 2026-06 | tonne | HK$5,445 | +3.2% | +11.4% |
| Portland cement (ordinary) | 2026-06 | tonne | HK$856 | +0.1% | -5.2% |
| Plywood, formwork, 19mm thick | 2026-06 | square metre | HK$83 | +1.2% | -1.2% |
| Sand | 2026-06 | tonne | HK$298 | +9.2% | +15.5% |
| Galvanised mild steel plates | 2026-06 | tonne | HK$15,384 | +4.0% | -5.1% |
| Copper pipes, 22mm diameter, 5.8m long | 2026-06 | piece | HK$441 | +8.9% | +26.4% |
| Epoxy coated cast iron pipes, 100mm diameter, 3m long | 2026-06 | piece | HK$619 | -3.3% | -3.3% |
Reference only
The figures are based on C&SD published data. They are not quotations, tender rates, contractual rates or project-specific valuation advice. Actual project cost depends on scope, timing, location, contract terms, procurement route and site conditions.
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