Building Construction — Pike, Alabama
WD AL20260078-15841-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BOILERMAKER in Pike, Alabama (construction type: building) is $34.21/hr base + $23.92/hr fringe = $58.13/hr total package (WD AL20260078-15841-bld, Rev. 1).
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Prevailing Wage Rates — All Trades
Base hourly rates and fringe benefit requirements for all trade classifications covered by this wage determination. Total package = base + fringe.
| Trade Classification | Base $/hr | Fringe $/hr | Total Package | H&W | Pension | Vacation | Training |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOILERMAKER | $34.21 | $23.92 | $58.13 +91% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $20.00 | $0.00 | $20.00 -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $14.01 | $0.00 | $14.01 -39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $16.50 | $1.12 | $17.62 -16% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $32.15 | $17.43 | $49.58 +97% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $11.41 | $0.00 | $11.41 -35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $20.48 | $11.78 | $32.26 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $15.83 | $0.00 | $15.83 -28% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $35.20 | $13.51 | $48.71 Above median +88% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $29.90 | $14.55 | $44.45 +97% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $29.90 | $14.55 | $44.45 +97% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $20.00 | $10.94 | $30.94 +40% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $14.05 | $0.00 | $14.05 -42% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Pike, AL — Building construction prevailing wage rates. Add a row for each trade in your crew, set the number of workers and hours, and optionally add a burden percentage for payroll taxes, workers’ comp, and insurance.
| Trade | Workers | Hours/worker | Rate $/hr | Subtotal |
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This is an estimate only. Burden percentages vary widely by state, employer experience modifier, and benefit plan structure. Davis-Bacon also requires per-trade record-keeping on Form WH-347; this calculator does not replace certified payroll reporting.
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Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for building construction in Pike, Alabama.
- The Davis-Bacon Act applies to contracts ≥$2,000 involving construction, alteration, or repair of federal or federally assisted buildings.
- The total package (base + fringe) is the minimum hourly labor cost per worker. Employers may satisfy fringe requirements by contributing to bona fide benefit plans.
- Apprentices must be registered with a DOL-approved apprenticeship program to be paid apprentice rates.
- Contractors must post this wage determination at the job site. Certified payroll records must be submitted weekly using Form WH-347.
- If a trade classification you need isn't listed below, request a conformance from the DOL Wage and Hour Division.