China Modular Construction Market Size & Outlook, 2026-2033
The modular construction market in China is expected to reach a projected revenue of US$ 38,191.0 million by 2033. A compound annual growth rate of 10.6% is expected of China modular construction market from 2026 to 2033.
The China modular construction market generated a revenue of USD 17,256.8 million in 2025 and is expected to reach USD 38,191.0 million by 2033.
The China market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 10.6% from 2026 to 2033.
In terms of segment, permanent was the largest revenue generating type in 2025.
Permanent is the most lucrative type segment registering the fastest growth during the forecast period.
Modular construction market data book summary
Market revenue in 2025
USD 17,256.8 million
Market revenue in 2033
USD 38,191.0 million
Growth rate
10.6% (CAGR from 2026 to 2033)
Largest segment
Permanent
Fastest growing segment
Permanent
Historical data
2021 - 2024
Base year
2025
Forecast period
2026 - 2033
Quantitative units
Revenue in USD million
Market segmentation
Relocatable, Permanent
Key market players worldwide
Sekisui House Ltd, Bouygues, Skanska AB ADR, Lendlease Group, Laing O'Rourke, Red Sea International, Premier Modular, KLEUSBERG, Dubox, CIMC Modular Building Systems, Modulaire Group, Guerdon Modular Buildings, Hickory Group International
Other key industry trends
In terms of revenue, China accounted for 15.5% of the global modular construction market in 2025.
Country-wise, China is expected to lead the global market in terms of revenue in 2033.
In Asia Pacific, China modular construction market is projected to lead the regional market in terms of revenue in 2033.
China is the fastest growing regional market in Asia Pacific and is projected to reach USD 38,191.0 million by 2033.
According to the Global Construction Survey, China's construction sector is anticipated to rise by 12.4%, reaching USD 1355.31 billion in 2021. Modular construction has gained traction in the country in the last two decades owing to the rapid economic development, rising labor costs, the quality & affordability of homes, innovations in construction technologies, and promotion of national policies.
Several electronic companies in China are working on advanced robotics and automation technologies that are being used in modular construction. In 2018, RoboticPlus launched a modular construction robot algorithm platform that can be connected to the building information model (BIM) and generate motion simulation of industrial robots with one click, which meets the needs for mass customization and flexible production in construction industry.
Robotic automation offers huge potential to enhance productivity, efficiency, and manufacturing flexibility throughout construction industry, including automating the construction of modular homes and building components off-site, robotic material handling on building sites, and 3D printing customized structures.
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Permanent was the largest segment with a revenue share of 68.33% in 2025.
Horizon Databook has segmented the China modular construction market based on relocatable, permanent covering the revenue growth of each sub-segment from 2021 to 2033.
According to the Global Construction Survey, China's construction sector is anticipated to rise by 12.4%, reaching USD 1355.31 billion in 2021. Modular construction has gained traction in the country in the last two decades owing to the rapid economic development, rising labor costs, the quality & affordability of homes, innovations in construction technologies, and promotion of national policies.
Several electronic companies in China are working on advanced robotics and automation technologies that are being used in modular construction. In 2018, RoboticPlus launched a modular construction robot algorithm platform that can be connected to the building information model (BIM) and generate motion simulation of industrial robots with one click, which meets the needs for mass customization and flexible production in construction industry.
Robotic automation offers huge potential to enhance productivity, efficiency, and manufacturing flexibility throughout construction industry, including automating the construction of modular homes and building components off-site, robotic material handling on building sites, and 3D printing customized structures.
China Modular Construction Market Type Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Relocatable
Permanent
China Modular Construction Market Application Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Residential
Commercial
Industrial
Healthcare
Educational
China Modular Construction Market Material Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Wood
Steel
Concrete
Others
China Modular Construction Market Module Outlook (Revenue, USD Million , 2021-2033)
Four-sided
Open-sided
Partially open-sided
Mixed modules & floor cassettes
Modules supported by a primary structure
Others
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China Modular Construction Market, 2021-2033 (US$M)