Building Construction — Kootenai, Idaho
WD ID20260107-17238-bld · Revision 2 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Kootenai, Idaho (construction type: building) is $35.53/hr base + $19.85/hr fringe = $55.38/hr total package (WD ID20260107-17238-bld, Rev. 2).
Scroll down for all 16 trade classifications covered by this determination.
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 | $35.53 | $19.85 | $55.38 Above median +83% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $44.98 | $17.84 | $62.82 Above median +169% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $22.21 | $3.80 | $26.01 +11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $48.55 | $19.09 | $67.64 Above median +132% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER | $43.40 | $30.27 | $73.67 Above median +146% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $33.93 | $13.80 | $47.73 Above median +119% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $29.44 | $14.50 | $43.94 Above median +101% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: GRADE CHECKER | $33.98 | $13.80 | $47.78 Top 10% +119% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $28.92 | $10.39 | $39.31 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: CRANE | $31.13 | $18.35 | $49.48 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $17.11 | $1.25 | $18.36 -18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $36.33 | $15.40 | $51.73 Above median +82% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: LOADER | $36.14 | $16.10 | $52.24 Above median +84% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $19.80 | $2.06 | $21.86 -6% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $32.27 | $21.57 | $53.84 +70% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $25.06 | $8.81 | $33.87 Top 10% +32% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Kootenai, ID — 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 Kootenai, Idaho.
- 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.