Highway Construction — Frederick, Maryland
WD MD20260038-16458-hwy · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Frederick, Maryland (construction type: highway) is $37.50/hr base + $14.78/hr fringe = $52.28/hr total package (WD MD20260038-16458-hwy, 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 | $37.50 | $14.78 | $52.28 +86% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $34.41 | $14.49 | $48.90 +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER-SHORING SCAFFOLD BUILDER | $34.41 | $14.49 | $48.90 Above median +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $15.70 | $0.33 | $16.03 -28% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $30.61 | $8.82 | $39.43 +77% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASPHALT RAKER | $15.70 | $0.33 | $16.03 -28% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $30.61 | $8.82 | $39.43 Top 10% +77% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $44.18 | $16.08 | $60.26 Top 10% +155% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $30.04 | $13.55 | $43.59 Above median +50% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $25.37 | $7.00 | $32.37 Above median +11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $26.33 | $7.00 | $33.33 Above median +14% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $33.00 | $13.55 | $46.55 Above median +60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $24.85 | $8.69 | $33.54 Above median +15% 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 (SKID STEER) | $30.04 | $13.55 | $43.59 Above median +50% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BACKHOE | $33.00 | $13.55 | $46.55 Above median +60% 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 | $33.00 | $13.55 | $46.55 Above median +60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: MECHANIC | $26.85 | $7.00 | $33.85 Above median +16% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: MILLING MACHINE | $22.79 | $7.00 | $29.79 Above median +2% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: SCREED | $25.70 | $7.00 | $32.70 Above median +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $40.46 | $26.05 | $66.51 +119% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| STONE MASON | $44.30 | $21.22 | $65.52 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE & TERRAZZO FINISHER | $28.09 | $12.59 | $40.68 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE & TERRAZZO MECHANIC | $33.41 | $14.24 | $47.65 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $20.62 | $7.00 | $27.62 Above median +0% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $25.38 | $7.00 | $32.38 Above median +18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $24.30 | $7.00 | $31.30 Above median +14% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $20.00 | $7.00 | $27.00 Above median -2% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $22.15 | $7.00 | $29.15 Above median +6% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $23.86 | $7.00 | $30.86 Above median +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Frederick, MD — Highway 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 highway construction in Frederick, 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.