Building Construction — Charles, Maryland
WD MD20260113-16457-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
Quick Answer
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BALANCING TECHNICIAN in Charles, Maryland (construction type: building) is $47.92/hr base + $24.44/hr fringe = $72.36/hr total package (WD MD20260113-16457-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 39 trade classifications covered by this determination.
WD Number: MD20260113-16457-bld
Revision: 1
Construction Type: building
State: Maryland (MD)
County: Charles
Effective: May 17, 2026
Trades covered: 39
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BALANCING TECHNICIAN | $47.92 | $24.44 | $72.36 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $37.50 | $14.78 | $52.28 +86% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $34.41 | $14.55 | $48.96 +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPET LAYER | $34.12 | $14.86 | $48.98 +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| COMMUNICATION INSTALLER TECHNICIAN | $33.04 | $12.36 | $45.40 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $55.50 | $21.97 | $77.47 Above median +145% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELEVATOR MECHANIC | $54.77 | $43.57 | $98.34 Above median +72% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| FIRESTOPPER | $29.81 | $10.08 | $39.89 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $35.60 | $14.41 | $50.01 +78% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATION WORKER | $40.02 | $19.92 | $59.94 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $36.10 | $25.52 | $61.62 Above median +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $29.66 | $8.08 | $37.74 +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $28.95 | $3.98 | $32.93 +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASPHALT RAKER | $29.66 | $8.08 | $37.74 Top 10% +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $28.95 | $3.98 | $32.93 Above median +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MECHANICAL SYSTEMS SERVICE TECH | $52.27 | $24.58 | $76.85 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MILLWRIGHT | $38.49 | $15.86 | $54.35 Bottom 10% +58% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $35.55 | $15.28 | $50.83 Above median +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $49.00 | $22.76 | $71.76 Above median +136% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $37.50 | $14.85 | $52.35 Above median +80% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $28.60 | $14.62 | $43.22 Above median +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $22.97 | $8.72 | $31.69 Above median +9% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $23.21 | $8.71 | $31.92 Above median +10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $31.00 | $7.06 | $38.06 Above median +31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $34.00 | $13.55 | $47.55 Above median +63% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $29.66 | $8.67 | $38.33 Above median +32% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $30.46 | $12.50 | $42.96 Above median +47% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $24.88 | $7.00 | $31.88 Above median +9% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $36.72 | $10.97 | $47.69 Above median +64% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (SKID STEER) | $29.00 | $5.75 | $34.75 +19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BACKHOE | $35.00 | $10.71 | $45.71 Above median +57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: CRANE | $41.00 | $18.10 | $59.10 Above median +103% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: EXCAVATOR | $32.35 | $10.71 | $43.06 Above median +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: MECHANIC | $36.24 | $14.62 | $50.86 Above median +75% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| RESILIENT FLOOR | $34.12 | $14.86 | $48.98 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER/WATERPROOFER | $52.21 | $14.91 | $67.12 Top 10% +168% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEETMETAL WORKER | $47.92 | $24.44 | $72.36 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $42.32 | $26.05 | $68.37 +125% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| STEAMFITTER/PIPEFITTER | $52.27 | $24.58 | $76.85 Top 10% +153% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Charles, MD — 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.
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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 Charles, Maryland.
- 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.