Residential Construction — Douglas, Kansas
WD KS20260008-15694-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Douglas, Kansas (construction type: residential) is $14.00/hr base + $0.00/hr fringe = $14.00/hr total package (WD KS20260008-15694-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 | $14.00 | $0.00 | $14.00 Bottom 10% -47% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $9.96 | $0.00 | $9.96 Bottom 10% -60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $12.00 | $0.00 | $12.00 -51% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $10.62 | $0.00 | $10.62 Bottom 10% -64% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR | $11.85 | $0.00 | $11.85 Top 10% -47% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $7.52 | $0.00 | $7.52 Bottom 10% -65% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER | $8.50 | $0.00 | $8.50 Above median -61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $8.55 | $0.00 | $8.55 Bottom 10% -60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER/PIPEFITTER | $11.89 | $1.06 | $12.95 Bottom 10% -57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS | $12.89 | $3.25 | $16.14 Above median -34% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: LOADER | $14.95 | $3.87 | $18.82 Above median -23% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $10.85 | $0.00 | $10.85 -52% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $8.55 | $0.00 | $8.55 Bottom 10% -65% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $13.05 | $0.00 | $13.05 -51% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $7.52 | $0.00 | $7.52 Bottom 10% -73% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Douglas, KS — 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, Kansas.
- 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.