Residential Construction — Clinton, Indiana
WD IN20260021-15081-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for CARPENTER in Clinton, Indiana (construction type: residential) is $19.18/hr base + $2.29/hr fringe = $21.47/hr total package (WD IN20260021-15081-res, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARPENTER | $19.18 | $2.29 | $21.47 -26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $16.00 | $0.00 | $16.00 -44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $25.25 | $15.74 | $40.99 +30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| HVAC MECHANIC: DUCT INSTALLATION | $15.13 | $0.00 | $15.13 Above median -48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $21.72 | $8.89 | $30.61 Above median +29% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH ONLY | $12.00 | $0.00 | $12.00 Above median -50% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: ROLLER | $12.00 | $0.00 | $12.00 Bottom 10% -50% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: SPRAY | $12.00 | $0.00 | $12.00 Bottom 10% -50% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $34.01 | $14.00 | $48.01 Above median +55% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/ SKID LOADER AND GRADER/BLADE | $33.65 | $16.40 | $50.05 Top 10% +44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/ SKID LOADER AND GRADER/BLADE | $30.63 | $14.52 | $45.15 Bottom 10% +30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: LOWBOY | $31.81 | $16.85 | $48.66 Top 10% +68% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: WATER TRUCK | $39.81 | $0.00 | $39.81 Top 10% +38% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Clinton, IN — 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 Clinton, Indiana.
- 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.