Residential Construction — Douglas, Illinois
WD IL20260060-16704-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BACKHOE in Douglas, Illinois (construction type: residential) is $45.15/hr base + $26.00/hr fringe = $71.15/hr total package (WD IL20260060-16704-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BACKHOE | $45.15 | $26.00 | $71.15 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $31.56 | $22.28 | $53.84 +30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $32.45 | $24.43 | $56.88 Above median +37% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $33.40 | $24.85 | $58.25 Above median +59% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $30.34 | $28.25 | $58.59 Above median +60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $32.44 | $21.34 | $53.78 +46% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER (CLARK, DOUGLAS, AND EDGAR COUNTIES) | $32.60 | $18.91 | $51.51 +38% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER (DOUGLAS COUNTY) | $32.60 | $18.91 | $51.51 +38% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $28.91 | $17.58 | $46.49 +0% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN (DOUGLAS COUNTY) | $28.05 | $16.73 | $44.78 -3% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN (DOUGLAS COUNTY) | $25.02 | $15.23 | $40.25 -13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER, UNSKILLED | $32.19 | $28.90 | $61.09 Top 10% +96% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER EPOXY OR TOXIC-LEAD-BASED PAINT WORK-$1.00 PREMIMUM | $27.30 | $20.07 | $47.37 Bottom 10% +58% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH ONLY, INCLUDING DRYWALL FINISHER AND TAPER: NEW APARTMENTS AND CONDOMINIUMS THREE STORIES AND OVER EPOXY OR TOXIC-LEAD-BASED PAINT WORK | $35.29 | $14.50 | $49.79 +66% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $12.67 | $0.00 | $12.67 -61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER: INCLUDING HVAC | $33.50 | $20.45 | $53.95 +20% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Douglas, IL — 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 Douglas, Illinois.
- 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.