Residential Construction — Buchanan, Missouri
WD MO20260065-15705-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Buchanan, Missouri (construction type: residential) is $36.33/hr base + $19.73/hr fringe = $56.06/hr total package (WD MO20260065-15705-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 | $36.33 | $19.73 | $56.06 Above median +65% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $34.41 | $22.40 | $56.81 +93% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $16.00 | $0.00 | $16.00 -42% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $32.51 | $15.75 | $48.26 Above median +86% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $14.83 | $0.00 | $14.83 Above median -43% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $34.22 | $19.13 | $53.35 Above median +121% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $47.45 | $26.15 | $73.60 Above median +147% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 Top 10% +135% 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 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: ROLLER..$ 45.48 22.42 POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $34.50 | $18.96 | $53.46 Above median +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $27.37 | $8.14 | $35.51 +11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Buchanan, MO — 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 Buchanan, 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.