Building Construction — Cooper, Missouri
WD MO20260010-15712-bld · Revision 2 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Cooper, Missouri (construction type: building) is $45.60/hr base + $35.47/hr fringe = $81.07/hr total package (WD MO20260010-15712-bld, Rev. 2).
Scroll down for all 27 trade classifications covered by this determination.
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 | $45.60 | $35.47 | $81.07 Above median +239% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $27.66 | $5.88 | $33.54 -1% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $31.51 | $22.25 | $53.76 +83% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $33.52 | $15.88 | $49.40 Above median +80% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $54.01 | $27.85 | $81.86 Top 10% +140% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $29.87 | $1.47 | $31.34 +34% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, REINFORCING | $21.02 | $9.49 | $30.51 Above median +5% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $36.00 | $34.25 | $70.25 Top 10% +143% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $28.78 | $16.05 | $44.83 Above median +73% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $30.78 | $16.05 | $46.83 Above median +81% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASBESTOS ABATEMENT | $24.90 | $0.00 | $24.90 -4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $25.39 | $17.76 | $43.15 Above median +79% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $24.43 | $17.76 | $42.19 Above median +75% 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 | $50.66 | $23.34 | $74.00 Above median +148% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER, INCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $52.60 | $29.93 | $82.53 Above median +176% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $50.66 | $23.34 | $74.00 Above median +148% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $52.60 | $29.93 | $82.53 Above median +176% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 Above median +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 Above median +135% 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: ROLLER | $45.48 | $22.42 | $67.90 Above median +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $33.60 | $19.99 | $53.59 Above median +109% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, INCLUDES HVAC DUCT AND UNIT INSTALLATION | $36.51 | $22.39 | $58.90 Above median +85% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $45.94 | $27.53 | $73.47 Above median +146% 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 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $25.57 | $0.00 | $25.57 Above median +5% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Cooper, 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.
| 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 Cooper, 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.