Residential Construction — Iron, Michigan
WD MI20260007-15507-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Iron, Michigan (construction type: residential) is $27.94/hr base + $21.34/hr fringe = $49.28/hr total package (WD MI20260007-15507-res, 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 | $27.94 | $21.34 | $49.28 +63% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER, INCLUDES DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING | $34.01 | $23.14 | $57.15 Top 10% +94% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $19.55 | $6.35 | $25.90 -9% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $33.44 | $18.67 | $52.11 +49% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN (MENOMINEE & SCHOOLCRAFT COUNTIES) | $31.86 | $18.66 | $50.52 Above median +45% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN (MENOMINEE COUNTY) | $19.62 | $10.72 | $30.34 Above median -13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN: ELECTRICAL CONTRACTS $180,000 OR LESS | $30.18 | $18.42 | $48.60 Above median +39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN: ELECTRICAL CONTRACTS OF $180,000 OR LESS | $30.18 | $18.42 | $48.60 Above median +39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN: ELECTRICAL CONTRACTS OVER $180,000 | $32.38 | $18.63 | $51.01 Above median +46% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL; MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $24.05 | $6.45 | $30.50 Bottom 10% +30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: POWER EQUIPMENT: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR; LOADER; ROLLER | $40.51 | $25.00 | $65.51 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH ONLY | $15.09 | $3.53 | $18.62 Above median -22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: SPRAY | $14.36 | $1.98 | $16.34 -31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $36.51 | $26.68 | $63.19 Above median +71% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $26.50 | $15.95 | $42.45 Above median +57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, EXCLUDES HVAC DUCT AND UNIT INSTALLATION | $18.88 | $6.10 | $24.98 Above median -16% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $12.00 | $1.25 | $13.25 -50% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Iron, MI — Residential 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.
Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for residential construction in Iron, Michigan.
- 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.