Residential Construction — Humboldt, California
WD CA20260027-16336-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for CARPENTER in Humboldt, California (construction type: residential) is $22.59/hr base + $6.91/hr fringe = $29.50/hr total package (WD CA20260027-16336-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARPENTER | $22.59 | $6.91 | $29.50 -18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $25.90 | $9.02 | $34.92 Above median +13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $31.70 | $9.70 | $41.40 +13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER | $50.70 | $35.15 | $85.85 Top 10% +148% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $16.88 | $5.96 | $22.84 Above median -22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $26.37 | $9.81 | $36.18 Above median +31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $21.45 | $14.05 | $35.50 +8% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $23.00 | $0.00 | $23.00 -24% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $22.79 | $9.63 | $32.42 -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Humboldt, CA — 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 Humboldt, California.
- 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.