Residential Construction — Van Buren, Arkansas
WD AR20260108-16237-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Van Buren, Arkansas (construction type: residential) is $13.28/hr base + $0.00/hr fringe = $13.28/hr total package (WD AR20260108-16237-res, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRICKLAYER | $13.28 | $0.00 | $13.28 Bottom 10% -43% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $11.96 | $0.00 | $11.96 Bottom 10% -46% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $13.60 | $0.00 | $13.60 -39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| HVAC MECHANIC..$ 12.41 0.00 ELECTRICIAN | $13.35 | $0.00 | $13.35 Top 10% -41% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSTALLER - GUTTERS | $9.95 | $0.00 | $9.95 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSTALLER - SIDING | $8.00 | $0.00 | $8.00 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $8.00 | $0.15 | $8.15 Bottom 10% -54% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $8.39 | $0.00 | $8.39 Bottom 10% -53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $8.23 | $0.00 | $8.23 Bottom 10% -54% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $10.50 | $0.00 | $10.50 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH AND SPRAY | $9.33 | $0.00 | $9.33 Bottom 10% -49% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $16.67 | $0.00 | $16.67 -30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, EXCLUDES HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION.$ 10.54 0.00 ROOFER | $11.00 | $0.00 | $11.00 Top 10% -46% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $8.95 | $0.00 | $8.95 Bottom 10% -62% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Van Buren, AR — Residential 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.
Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for residential construction in Van Buren, Arkansas.
- 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.