Building Construction — Wicomico, Maryland
WD MD20260127-16443-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
Quick Answer
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BALANCING TECHNICIAN in Wicomico, Maryland (construction type: building) is $26.25/hr base + $8.29/hr fringe = $34.54/hr total package (WD MD20260127-16443-bld, Rev. 1).
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WD Number: MD20260127-16443-bld
Revision: 1
Construction Type: building
State: Maryland (MD)
County: Wicomico
Effective: May 17, 2026
Trades covered: 40
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 | $26.25 | $8.29 | $34.54 Bottom 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 | $30.54 | $18.76 | $49.30 +71% 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 |
| CEMENT MASON | $30.50 | $0.00 | $30.50 Bottom 10% +28% 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 |
| DRYWALL-SPACKLING, TAPING, & FINISHING | $28.55 | $11.87 | $40.42 Bottom 10% +63% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $31.55 | $16.52 | $48.07 +52% 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 |
| FIRESTOPPER | $29.81 | $10.08 | $39.89 Top 10% | $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, REINFORCING | $21.00 | $5.42 | $26.42 Above median -19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $31.77 | $21.52 | $53.29 Above median +64% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $20.37 | $1.73 | $22.10 -1% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $22.00 | $5.66 | $27.66 +24% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASPHALT RAKER | $20.37 | $1.73 | $22.10 Above median -1% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $22.00 | $5.66 | $27.66 Above median +24% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MECHANICAL SYSTEMS SERVICE TECH | $46.21 | $24.90 | $71.11 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $28.55 | $11.87 | $40.42 Above median +71% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $52.50 | $23.19 | $75.69 Above median +149% 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 | $25.00 | $2.89 | $27.89 Above median -4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $21.00 | $1.58 | $22.58 Above median -23% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $27.75 | $8.36 | $36.11 Above median +24% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $23.00 | $6.81 | $29.81 Above median +2% 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 | $27.95 | $0.93 | $28.88 Above median -1% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR (SKID STEER) | $19.00 | $7.83 | $26.83 -8% 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 | $25.23 | $1.24 | $26.47 Bottom 10% -9% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: MECHANIC | $30.00 | $2.46 | $32.46 Above median +11% 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 | $46.21 | $24.90 | $71.11 Above median +134% 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 | $23.25 | $3.52 | $26.77 Above median -3% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Wicomico, 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 Wicomico, 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.