Residential Construction — Howard, Missouri
WD MO20260067-15720-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Howard, Missouri (construction type: residential) is $32.79/hr base + $21.31/hr fringe = $54.10/hr total package (WD MO20260067-15720-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 | $32.79 | $21.31 | $54.10 Above median +60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $18.33 | $1.32 | $19.65 -33% 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 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $18.23 | $9.91 | $28.14 -18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $23.94 | $15.80 | $39.74 +53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $23.94 | $15.80 | $39.74 Top 10% +53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $28.56 | $17.21 | $45.77 Above median +90% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $50.60 | $29.38 | $79.98 Above median +168% 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: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR | $34.61 | $29.50 | $64.11 Bottom 10% +122% 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 | $34.61 | $29.50 | $64.11 Above median +122% 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: INCLUDING HVAC DUCT AND HVAC SYSTEM | $27.37 | $8.14 | $35.51 Bottom 10% +11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER: INCLUDING HVAC DUCT AND HVAC SYSTEM | $36.51 | $22.39 | $58.90 Top 10% +85% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Howard, 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 Howard, 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.