China cold storage solution provider
When building a cold storage warehouse, one of the most common questions clients ask is: How much does a cold room cost per cubic meter?
In reality, cold storage construction is not calculated strictly by cubic meter, square meter, or ton. However, using cubic meters as a reference provides a rough cost estimate. For example, the cost of building a large-scale cold room is approximately ¥220 CNY (≈ $30 USD) per cubic meter. That means a 3,000 m³ cold storage could cost around ¥660,000 CNY (≈ $90,000 USD).
Below is a reference cost table for different sizes of cold rooms:
Cold Storage Cost Reference Table
- 100 m³ cold storage: ¥40,000 – ¥60,000 CNY (≈ $5,500 – $8,200 USD)
- 500 m³ cold storage: ¥130,000 – ¥170,000 CNY (≈ $18,000 – $23,000 USD)
- 1000 m³ cold storage: ¥200,000 – ¥250,000 CNY (≈ $27,500 – $34,500 USD)
- 3000 m³ cold storage: ¥660,000 – ¥700,000 CNY (≈ $90,000 – $95,000 USD)
- 5000 m³ cold storage: ¥1,000,000 – ¥1,100,000 CNY (≈ $137,000 – $151,000 USD)
Factors Affecting Cold Storage Construction Cost
The actual cost of building a cold room can vary significantly depending on several factors:
- Temperature requirements – Different products require different storage conditions (e.g., fruits, vegetables, seafood, meat, pharmaceuticals).
- Cold room size & layout – Dimensions (length, width, height) and partitioning design directly affect construction costs.
- Equipment & insulation quality – Imported vs. domestic compressors, fireproof vs. non-fireproof insulation panels.
- Location & installation – Construction site conditions, transportation costs, and regional labor costs also matter.
⚠️ Note: The above prices are for reference in China. Actual project costs may vary based on specific requirements, equipment configuration, and regional differences. For an accurate quotation, it’s best to consult a professional cold storage engineering company.