Building Construction — Muhlenberg, Kentucky
WD KY20260041-16812-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Muhlenberg, Kentucky (construction type: building) is $30.00/hr base + $20.89/hr fringe = $50.89/hr total package (WD KY20260041-16812-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 38 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 | $30.00 | $20.89 | $50.89 +133% 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 | $33.70 | $16.57 | $50.27 +68% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $31.35 | $21.67 | $53.02 +117% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $24.46 | $9.07 | $33.53 +37% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER, EXCLUDES ACOUSTICAL CEILING INSTALLATION, DRYWALL HANGING, FORM WORK, AND METAL STUD INSTALLATION | $20.97 | $12.01 | $32.98 Top 10% +35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $23.49 | $9.01 | $32.50 Above median +36% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $36.75 | $19.14 | $55.89 +95% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELEVATOR MECHANIC | $55.63 | $37.89 | $93.52 Above median +347% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $31.32 | $16.53 | $47.85 +101% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $32.86 | $19.44 | $52.30 +119% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER | $35.63 | $26.49 | $62.12 +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER: ORNAMENTAL | $36.21 | $26.42 | $62.63 Above median +90% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $25.96 | $18.10 | $44.06 Above median +102% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $26.21 | $18.10 | $44.31 Above median +103% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $28.16 | $17.55 | $45.71 Above median +110% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $21.05 | $8.09 | $29.14 Above median +34% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: GRADE CHECKER | $25.64 | $17.06 | $42.70 Above median +96% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $18.73 | $10.60 | $29.33 Above median +35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $28.53 | $17.38 | $45.91 Top 10% +111% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: POWER TOOL OPERATOR | $26.73 | $16.72 | $43.45 Above median +99% 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 | $27.30 | $10.73 | $38.03 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $24.64 | $13.00 | $37.64 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $40.05 | $19.10 | $59.15 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: GRADER/BLADE | $24.33 | $13.00 | $37.33 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $34.29 | $23.95 | $58.24 Above median +165% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $20.19 | $11.33 | $31.52 +44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER/PIPEFITTER | $44.26 | $20.28 | $64.54 +115% 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 $1.00 ABOVE THE WAGE RATE; 250 FEET AND OVER, INCLUDING | $41.98 | $19.60 | $61.58 Top 10% +124% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $41.98 | $19.60 | $61.58 Top 10% +124% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $22.31 | $7.41 | $29.72 +30% 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 | $17.67 | $7.45 | $25.12 +13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $25.77 | $6.10 | $31.87 +44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $17.07 | $6.25 | $23.32 Above median -13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Muhlenberg, 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 Muhlenberg, 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.