Construction Cost Estimates for Library in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The following analysis estimates the cost to build a library for Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Costs are derived from a building model that assumes basic components, using union labor for a 22000 square foot building.
Scope differences and market conditions can cause costs to vary significantly. To see an estimate of the costs to build a library in a different city or metropolitan area, go to our index of library models by state.
NOTE: This cost estimate uses 2013 RSMeans data. A more accurate estimate using current RSMeans cost data is available on RSMeans Online - our online cost estimating tool.
Library Construction Cost Assumptions
Location:
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Stories:
2
Story Height (L.F.):
14.00
Floor Area (S.F.):
22000
Basement Included:
No
Data Release:
Year 2013
Library Square Foot Cost Assuming Face Brick with Concrete Block Back-up / R/Conc. Frame
Cost Estimate (Union Labor)
% of Total
Cost Per SF
Cost
Total
$135.07
$2,971,600
Contractor Fees (GC,Overhead,Profit)
25%
$33.77
$742,900
Architectural Fees
8%
$13.51
$297,200
Total Building Cost
$182.35
$4,011,600
Cost Estimate (Open Shop)
% of Total
Cost Per SF
Cost
Total
$122.72
$2,699,800
Contractor Fees (GC,Overhead,Profit)
25%
$30.68
$675,000
Architectural Fees
8%
$12.27
$270,000
Total Building Cost
$165.67
$3,644,700
Library Square Foot Cost Assuming Face Brick with Concrete Block Back-up / Steel Frame
