Residential Construction — Johnson, Kansas
WD KS20260006-15696-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
Quick Answer
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKERS/INSULATOR in Johnson, Kansas (construction type: residential) is $45.60/hr base + $35.47/hr fringe = $81.07/hr total package (WD KS20260006-15696-res, Rev. 1).
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WD Number: KS20260006-15696-res
Revision: 1
Construction Type: residential
State: Kansas (KS)
County: Johnson
Effective: May 17, 2026
Trades covered: 31
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASBESTOS WORKERS/INSULATOR | $45.60 | $35.47 | $81.07 Above median +261% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BOILERMAKER | $48.00 | $31.08 | $79.08 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $29.93 | $10.75 | $40.68 +55% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $35.72 | $22.40 | $58.12 Above median +134% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $40.13 | $20.50 | $60.63 Above median +149% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $48.23 | $25.35 | $73.58 Above median +147% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELEVATOR MECHANIC A. VACATION PAY: 6% FOR 6 MONTHS TO 5 YEARS SERVICE; 8% WITH 5 OR MORE YEARS OF SERVICE. B. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, MEMORIAL | $60.69 | $38.44 | $99.13 Top 10% +70% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| FLOOR LAYER: CARPET | $31.05 | $13.25 | $44.30 Above median +125% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $36.95 | $15.01 | $51.96 +112% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| HAZARDOUS MATERIAL HANDLER | $45.60 | $35.47 | $81.07 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER | $39.00 | $34.25 | $73.25 Above median +213% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $18.70 | $11.01 | $29.71 +38% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTERS: BRUSH, AND ROLLER | $21.10 | $12.50 | $33.60 +56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTERS: DRYWALL FINISHER/TAPER | $21.10 | $12.50 | $33.60 +56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTERS: SPRAY | $21.10 | $12.50 | $33.60 +56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $55.56 | $25.80 | $81.36 Above median +169% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLASTERER | $37.92 | $18.83 | $56.75 Above median +123% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $54.28 | $23.79 | $78.07 Above median +159% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: GROUP 1 ASPHALT PAVER AND SPREADER; ASPHALT PLANT CONSOLE OPERATOR; AUTO GRADER; BACKHOE; BLADE OPERATOR, ALL TYPES; BOILER | $46.29 | $22.42 | $68.71 +182% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: GROUP 2 A-FRAME TRUCK, ASPHALT HOT MIX SILO; ASPHALT PLANT FIREMAN, DRUM OR BOILER; ASPHALT PLANT MIXER OPERATOR; ASPHALT P | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 +179% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: GROUP 3 BOILERS - 1; CHIP SPREADER; CHURN DRILL OPERATOR; COMPRESSOR MAINTENANCE OPERATOR - 1; CONCRETE SAWS, SELF-PROPELLE | $44.14 | $22.42 | $66.56 +174% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: GROUP 4: OILERS | $39.93 | $22.42 | $62.35 +156% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: GROUP 4: OILERS DRIVER | $40.73 | $22.42 | $63.15 +160% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $38.45 | $22.29 | $60.74 Above median +167% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $52.18 | $27.15 | $79.33 Above median +224% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SIGN PAINTER A. PAID VACATION: EMPLOYED FOR 1 YEAR BUT LESS THAN 2 YEARS SHALL RECEIVE 1 WEEK VACATION WITH PAY; 2 YEARS OR MORE SHALL RECEIVE 2 WEEKS | $17.70 | $4.30 | $22.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRAFFIC CONTROL SERVICE DRIVER A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, DECORATION DAY, JULY 4TH, LABOR DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, CHRISTMAS DAY, EMPLOYEE'S BIRT | $14.15 | $2.44 | $16.59 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVERS: GROUP 1 FLAT BEDS; PICK-UP; DUMP TRUCKS UNDER 10 YDS.; DUMP TRUCKS 10 YDS. AND OVER. A. PAID VACATION: AN EMPLOYEE WHO HAS WORKED 1300 | $39.89 | $15.85 | $55.74 +104% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVERS: GROUP 2 DOUBLE BOTTOM UNITS; FORK TRUCKS; HEAVY EXCAVATING; HEAVY HAULING, A-FRAME AND WINCH FORK TRUCKS; HYDRAULICALLY OPERATED AERIAL | $39.89 | $15.85 | $55.74 +104% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVERS: GROUP 3 SEMI-TRUCK DRIVER; STEEL TRUCK DRIVER; DISTRIBUTOR TRUCK DRIVERS AND OPERATOR; OILERS AND GREASERS. A. PAID VACATION: AN EMPLOY | $39.89 | $15.85 | $55.74 +104% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVERS: GROUP 4 MECHANICS. A. PAID VACATION: AN EMPLOYEE WHO HAS WORKED 1300 HRS. OR MORE FOR AN EMPLOYER DURING THE LAST FULL YEAR SHALL RECEI | $41.09 | $15.85 | $56.94 +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Johnson, 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.
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Loaded cost (with burden)
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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 Johnson, 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.