Price of water tanks in Nigeria today
Polyethylene water tank 2,000L, Abuja
₦260,000per unit
Market range ₦230,000 to ₦290,000 as at 15 October 2026.
Price a whole BoQ in the rate bookAs at 15 October 2026, Polyethylene water tank 2,000L costs about ₦260,000 per unit in Abuja (market range ₦230,000 to ₦290,000). Other lines: Polyethylene water tank 1,000L: ₦140,000 per unit; Polyethylene water tank 1,500L: ₦168,000 per unit; Polyethylene water tank 3,000L: ₦320,000 per unit; Polyethylene water tank 4,000L: ₦370,000 per unit.
Water tanks prices in Nigeria (Oct 2026)
| Item | Unit | Abuja price | Range | Change | Confidence | Evidence date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polyethylene water tank 1,000L | unit | ₦140,000 | ₦120,000 - ₦160,000 | - | Medium | 2026-09-29 |
| Polyethylene water tank 1,500L | unit | ₦168,000 | ₦147,800 - ₦188,200 | - | Medium | 2026-09-29 |
| Polyethylene water tank 2,000L | unit | ₦260,000 | ₦230,000 - ₦290,000 | - | Medium | 2026-09-29 |
| Polyethylene water tank 3,000L | unit | ₦320,000 | ₦281,600 - ₦358,400 | - | Medium | 2026-09-29 |
| Polyethylene water tank 4,000L | unit | ₦370,000 | ₦325,600 - ₦414,400 | - | Medium | 2026-09-29 |
| Polyethylene water tank 5,000L | unit | ₦650,000 | ₦572,000 - ₦728,000 | - | Medium | 2026-09-29 |
| Polyethylene water tank 10,000L | unit | ₦1,555,000 | ₦1,368,400 - ₦1,741,600 | - | Medium | 2026-09-29 |
Prices are Abuja market prices, delivered within the city, excluding VAT unless stated. "Change" compares with the previous weekly update.
Water tanks prices by location
Estimated by applying Buildocrat's materials location factor to the Abuja price. Always confirm with a local supplier.
| Location | Estimated price per unit | Materials factor |
|---|---|---|
| Abuja (FCT) | ₦260,000 | 1.00 |
| Lagos | ₦275,600 | 1.06 |
| Port Harcourt | ₦280,800 | 1.08 |
| Ibadan | ₦247,000 | 0.95 |
| Osogbo (Osun) | ₦249,600 | 0.96 |
| Kano | ₦241,800 | 0.93 |
| Kaduna | ₦244,400 | 0.94 |
| Enugu | ₦254,800 | 0.98 |
| Benin City | ₦257,400 | 0.99 |
| Uyo | ₦267,800 | 1.03 |
| Jos | ₦247,000 | 0.95 |
| Riverine / creek site | ₦338,000 | 1.30 |
How much water tanks each item of work uses
These quantities come from Buildocrat's rate build-ups and include a waste allowance. They show how a change in the water tanks price moves the cost of finished work.
| Item of work | Quantity used | Cost in the rate | Share of rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2,000L tank on 6m steel stand, installed & connected | 1 unit per unit | ₦260,000 | 39% |
| Complete borehole 120m: survey, drilling, casing, 1.5HP pump, tank stand & 2,000L tank | 1 unit per unit | ₦260,000 | 6% |
What affects the price
Polyethylene tank prices rise with capacity and wall thickness. Add the cost of a tank stand, fittings and delivery.
Sources
- Jiji.ng GeePee tank listings (Sep 2026): N1,555,000
- Jiji.ng GeePee tank listings (Sep 2026): N120-160k
- Jiji.ng GeePee tank listings (Sep 2026): N165-170k
- Jiji.ng GeePee tank listings (Sep 2026): N230-290k
- Jiji.ng GeePee tank listings (Sep 2026): N310-330k
- Jiji.ng GeePee tank listings (Sep 2026): N370k
- Jiji.ng GeePee tank listings (Sep 2026): N650k
Frequently asked questions
How much is a 2,000-litre water tank in Nigeria?
As at 15 October 2026, Polyethylene water tank 2,000L costs about ₦260,000 per unit in Abuja, within a market range of ₦230,000 to ₦290,000, according to Buildocrat's Nigeria Construction Rate Book.
How much does it cost in Lagos and Port Harcourt?
Applying Buildocrat's location factors, the same item is estimated at about ₦275,600 in Lagos and ₦280,800 in Port Harcourt.
What affects the price?
Polyethylene tank prices rise with capacity and wall thickness. Add the cost of a tank stand, fittings and delivery.
How often is this price updated?
Buildocrat re-checks key prices every Monday against dated market sources. This page was last updated on 15 October 2026.
How to cite: Buildocrat, Nigeria Construction Rate Book, https://rates.buildocrat.store/prices/water-tanks/, prices as at 15 October 2026.