Building Construction — Benton, Missouri
WD MO20260029-15868-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
Quick Answer
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Benton, Missouri (construction type: building) is $31.97/hr base + $14.00/hr fringe = $45.97/hr total package (WD MO20260029-15868-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 44 trade classifications covered by this determination.
WD Number: MO20260029-15868-bld
Revision: 1
Construction Type: building
State: Missouri (MO)
County: Benton
Effective: May 17, 2026
Trades covered: 44
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR | $31.97 | $14.00 | $45.97 +92% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $32.79 | $21.31 | $54.10 Above median +60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $33.67 | $19.48 | $53.15 +57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER, INCLUDES DRYWALL HANGING, FORM WORK, AND METAL STUD INSTALLATION | $31.51 | $22.25 | $53.76 Above median +83% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER, INCLUDES DRYWALL HANGING, FORM WORK, AND METAL STUD INSTALLATION | $29.50 | $21.50 | $51.00 +73% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $17.95 | $6.64 | $24.59 -10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN: INCLUDING LOW VOLTAGE WIRING FOR AND INSTALLATION OF ALARMS | $32.25 | $20.81 | $53.06 Bottom 10% +56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN: INCLUDING LOW VOLTAGE WIRING FOR AND INSTALLATION OF ALARMS | $51.01 | $26.25 | $77.26 Top 10% +127% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $22.71 | $0.00 | $22.71 -3% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, REINFORCING AND STRUCTURAL | $36.00 | $34.25 | $70.25 Above median +143% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER: REINFORCING AND STRUCTURAL | $36.00 | $34.25 | $70.25 Top 10% +143% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: BRICK MASON TENDER | $28.00 | $13.18 | $41.18 +59% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: BRICK MASON TENDER | $29.78 | $13.62 | $43.40 +68% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL & LANDSCAPE | $26.50 | $13.18 | $39.68 Bottom 10% +53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL & LANDSCAPE | $27.05 | $13.62 | $40.67 Bottom 10% +57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/TRACKHOE | $23.55 | $7.47 | $31.02 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: PAVER | $24.47 | $0.00 | $24.47 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: WATER TRUCK | $28.37 | $0.00 | $28.37 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $25.79 | $15.35 | $41.14 Above median +71% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH & ROLLER ONLY | $24.43 | $17.76 | $42.19 Bottom 10% +75% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING ONLY | $25.39 | $17.76 | $43.15 +79% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: SPRAY | $18.79 | $8.12 | $26.91 +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER, INCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $57.51 | $28.35 | $85.86 Top 10% +188% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER, INCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION BARRY COUNTY | $37.15 | $15.42 | $52.57 +76% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER, INCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION BARTON COUNTY | $35.75 | $15.32 | $51.07 +71% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER, INCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION BARTON COUNTY | $32.78 | $15.32 | $48.10 +61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $58.38 | $25.29 | $83.67 Top 10% +180% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION BARRY COUNTY | $37.15 | $15.42 | $52.57 +76% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION BARTON COUNTY | $34.25 | $15.32 | $49.57 +66% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION BARTON COUNTY | $31.28 | $15.32 | $46.60 +56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $31.62 | $18.07 | $49.69 Above median +72% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: GRADER/BLADE | $31.62 | $18.07 | $49.69 Above median +72% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: GRADER/BLADE | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 Above median +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: LOADER | $31.62 | $18.07 | $49.69 Above median +72% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: LOADER | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 Above median +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: ROLLER | $30.91 | $18.07 | $48.98 Above median +70% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: ROLLER | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 Above median +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $30.73 | $14.51 | $45.24 Above median +76% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $47.20 | $26.28 | $73.48 Above median +130% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, INCLUDES HVAC DUCT AND UNIT INSTALLATION | $34.43 | $17.86 | $52.29 +64% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $32.79 | $21.31 | $54.10 Above median +86% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $26.47 | $14.89 | $41.36 Above median +42% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $28.92 | $0.00 | $28.92 Above median +19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| VACATION PAY CREDIT. B. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DAY, VETERANS' DAY, THANKSGIVING DAY, FRIDAY AFTER THANKS | $60.69 | $38.44 | $99.13 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Benton, MO — 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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Loaded cost (with burden)
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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 Benton, Missouri.
- 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.