Residential Construction — Jefferson, Illinois
WD IL20260029-15747-res · Revision 2 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BACKHOE in Jefferson, Illinois (construction type: residential) is $40.95/hr base + $34.95/hr fringe = $75.90/hr total package (WD IL20260029-15747-res, Rev. 2).
Scroll down for all 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BACKHOE | $40.95 | $34.95 | $75.90 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $30.79 | $21.69 | $52.48 +26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $31.30 | $18.90 | $50.20 +37% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASONS & PLASTERERS | $30.83 | $18.06 | $48.89 Top 10% +31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $32.58 | $12.11 | $44.69 -4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $44.99 | $23.48 | $68.47 Above median +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $31.51 | $27.03 | $58.54 Above median +88% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: REPAINT EPOXY OR TOXIC-LEAD-BASED PAINT WORK-$1.00 PREMIMUM | $23.60 | $19.01 | $42.61 +42% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $45.75 | $28.10 | $73.85 Above median +60% 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 | $34.27 | $17.44 | $51.71 +15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Jefferson, 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 Jefferson, 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.