6-inch PVC water main cost per linear foot in Illinois
Updated · BuildGets Team
Public bids in Illinois put the 6-inch PVC water main at a median of $150 per linear foot, with the middle half of bids between $115 and $170. That is 13 % above the national median of $132. Based on 10 bidder prices from 1 public bid tabulation opened in February 2026.
| Median bid in Illinois | $150 / LF |
| Middle 50 % of bids | $115 – $170 |
| National median | $132 (+13 %) |
| Bidder prices · bid tabs · owners | 10 · 1 · 1 |
Bid tabs in Illinois
| Owner | Bid opening | Low bid | Median of bids | Bids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VILLAGE OF ROSELLE | Feb 2026 | $135 | $150 | 10 |
Prices are what contractors bid on public jobs in Illinois, not installed costs from a price book. What each item includes varies by owner: read the item description in each bid tab before comparing. National figure and every state: 6-inch PVC water main unit price. Every unit price in Illinois: Illinois unit prices.
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Questions
How much does a 6-inch PVC water main cost in Illinois?
Public bids in Illinois put the 6-inch PVC water main at a median of $150 per linear foot, with the middle half of bids between $115 and $170. That is 13 % above the national median of $132. Based on 10 bidder prices from 1 public bid tabulation opened in February 2026.
Is Illinois more expensive than the national average?
For this item the Illinois median bid is 13 % above the national median of $132. Bid prices depend on the owner, the job size and what the item includes, so compare with the sources below.