Cost by state
Construction unit costs in New York
Median awarded unit prices for the 6 most-bid items on New York public projects, from winning bids in agency bid tabulations.
| Item | Per | Median | Middle half | Winning bids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cutting Pavement | linear foot | $6.00 | $3.98 – $10.00 | 68 |
| Trench and Culvert Excavation | cubic yard | $45.00 | $30.00 – $80.00 | 65 |
| Box Beam Guide Railing | linear foot | $51.40 | $47.00 – $58.40 | 58 |
| Unclassified Excavation and Disposal | cubic yard | $70.00 | $30.00 – $105.00 | 51 |
| Miscellaneous Cold Milling of Bituminous Concrete | square yard | $15.00 | $9.00 – $25.00 | 51 |
| Embankment in Place | cubic yard | $67.50 | $40.25 – $119.00 | 20 |
Agencies in New York
- Erie County Water Authority: 169 winning prices
- NYS Thruway Authority: 1,677 winning prices
- NYSDOT: 2,061 winning prices