Building Construction — Talbot, Maryland
WD MD20260125-16453-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BALANCING TECHNICIAN in Talbot, Maryland (construction type: building) is $32.00/hr base + $8.29/hr fringe = $40.29/hr total package (WD MD20260125-16453-bld, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BALANCING TECHNICIAN | $32.00 | $8.29 | $40.29 | $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 | $36.09 | $18.76 | $54.85 +90% 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 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $47.38 | $20.51 | $67.89 Above median +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELEVATOR MECHANIC | $56.36 | $45.50 | $101.86 Top 10% +78% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $22.23 | $2.46 | $24.69 +11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $25.28 | $7.87 | $33.15 +49% 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 |
| PAINTER | $35.55 | $15.28 | $50.83 Above median +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $46.21 | $24.90 | $71.11 Above median +134% 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 | $21.75 | $4.26 | $26.01 Above median -11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $27.25 | $5.48 | $32.73 Above median +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $23.50 | $5.44 | $28.94 Above median -1% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $24.00 | $2.97 | $26.97 Above median -7% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $30.95 | $2.47 | $33.42 Above median +15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $34.18 | $14.62 | $48.80 Above median +67% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $30.08 | $7.08 | $37.16 Above median +28% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $24.00 | $6.87 | $30.87 Above median +6% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $31.75 | $8.19 | $39.94 Above median +37% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (SKID STEER) | $19.38 | $2.32 | $21.70 Bottom 10% -26% 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 | $27.12 | $5.47 | $32.59 +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: SCREED | $29.33 | $7.61 | $36.94 Top 10% +27% 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 |
| STEAMFITTER/PIPEFITTER | $49.24 | $24.74 | $73.98 Above median +143% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $29.39 | $10.51 | $39.90 Above median +45% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $28.69 | $10.51 | $39.20 Above median +43% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $29.68 | $10.51 | $40.19 Above median +46% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $23.92 | $4.74 | $28.66 Above median +4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $23.00 | $5.01 | $28.01 Above median +2% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Talbot, 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.
| 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 Talbot, 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.