Building Construction — Jefferson, Kentucky
WD KY20260093-15314-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Jefferson, Kentucky (construction type: building) is $26.83/hr base + $12.67/hr fringe = $39.50/hr total package (WD KY20260093-15314-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 36 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR | $26.83 | $12.67 | $39.50 Bottom 10% +81% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BOILERMAKER | $43.85 | $28.44 | $72.29 +105% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $24.03 | $8.03 | $32.06 +7% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $30.80 | $22.34 | $53.14 +117% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $20.21 | $9.70 | $29.91 +25% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $40.96 | $22.44 | $63.40 Above median +122% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER | $36.17 | $25.80 | $61.97 +88% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER: ORNAMENTAL | $37.77 | $23.90 | $61.67 Above median +87% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: AIRTOOL OPERATOR | $23.86 | $12.74 | $36.60 +68% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: BACKFILLER, CARPENTER TENDER, DEMOLITION, COMMON OR GENERAL | $26.69 | $13.32 | $40.01 +84% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: CONCRETE SAW | $19.93 | $5.97 | $25.90 +19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: GROUTING, MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE, POWER TOOL OPERATOR, TAMPER - HAND HELD | $25.22 | $12.74 | $37.96 +74% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $14.30 | $1.13 | $15.43 Above median -29% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $20.36 | $9.90 | $30.26 Above median +39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: VIBRATING PLATE | $24.17 | $12.74 | $36.91 +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MILLWRIGHT | $35.54 | $29.13 | $64.67 +105% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $22.27 | $3.72 | $25.99 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $21.49 | $3.84 | $25.33 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: PAVER | $22.52 | $4.00 | $26.52 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: ROLLER | $23.60 | $12.65 | $36.25 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $21.28 | $11.94 | $33.22 Above median +51% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: SPRAY | $22.81 | $11.87 | $34.68 +58% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAY CREDIT FOR EMPLOYEE WHO HAS WORKED IN BUSINESS MORE THAN 5 YEARS; 6% FOR LESS THAN 5 YEARS' SERVICE | $56.57 | $38.44 | $95.01 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $41.90 | $24.89 | $66.79 Above median +123% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $41.90 | $24.89 | $66.79 Above median +123% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $40.65 | $19.60 | $60.25 Above median +120% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $34.99 | $19.60 | $54.59 Above median +99% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: CRANE CRANES WITH BOOM 150 FEET & OVER, INCLUDING JIB, SHALL RECEIVE $.75 ABOVE THE WAGE RATE; 250 FEET AND OVER, INCLUDING | $40.65 | $19.60 | $60.25 Top 10% +120% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $40.65 | $19.60 | $60.25 Above median +120% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: LOADER | $40.65 | $19.60 | $60.25 Above median +120% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $30.97 | $13.91 | $44.88 Above median +96% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $40.32 | $25.66 | $65.98 Above median +179% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $44.15 | $26.08 | $70.23 Above median +134% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE FINISHER | $15.42 | $5.63 | $21.05 -5% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $22.64 | $6.10 | $28.74 +30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $23.60 | $8.03 | $31.63 Top 10% +18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Jefferson, KY — Building 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.
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Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for building construction in Jefferson, Kentucky.
- 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.