Residential Construction — Marion, Indiana
WD IN20260048-15067-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Marion, Indiana (construction type: residential) is $26.27/hr base + $4.31/hr fringe = $30.58/hr total package (WD IN20260048-15067-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRICKLAYER | $26.27 | $4.31 | $30.58 -12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $23.40 | $11.39 | $34.79 +20% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $27.31 | $8.18 | $35.49 +13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $21.27 | $11.80 | $33.07 Above median +39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $31.74 | $23.63 | $55.37 Top 10% +133% 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: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $40.15 | $19.25 | $59.40 Above median +71% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $42.15 | $37.20 | $79.35 Above median +128% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $42.15 | $36.05 | $78.20 Top 10% +125% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: GRADER/BLADE | $36.15 | $38.65 | $74.80 Top 10% +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: LOADER | $42.15 | $37.20 | $79.35 Top 10% +128% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: ROLLER | $34.80 | $38.65 | $73.45 Top 10% +111% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $27.22 | $14.47 | $41.69 Above median +56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $41.86 | $28.82 | $70.68 Above median +147% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Marion, 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 Marion, 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.