Residential Construction — Lafayette, Missouri
WD MO20260066-15723-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Lafayette, Missouri (construction type: residential) is $39.85/hr base + $21.70/hr fringe = $61.55/hr total package (WD MO20260066-15723-res, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRICKLAYER | $39.85 | $21.70 | $61.55 Above median +82% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $36.33 | $19.73 | $56.06 Above median +65% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $39.48 | $22.40 | $61.88 Above median +110% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $35.83 | $22.40 | $58.23 Above median +98% 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 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $47.37 | $25.89 | $73.26 Above median +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: BRICK MASON TENDER | $18.70 | $11.01 | $29.71 Bottom 10% +15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: BRICK MASON TENDER | $32.51 | $15.75 | $48.26 Top 10% +86% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: BRICK MASON TENDER | $23.32 | $11.56 | $34.88 Bottom 10% +35% 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 | $21.10 | $12.50 | $33.60 Above median +39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $56.63 | $24.54 | $81.17 Above median +172% 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 |
| ROOFER | $34.50 | $18.96 | $53.46 Above median +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $38.45 | $22.29 | $60.74 Above median +136% 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 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $45.85 | $25.50 | $71.35 Above median +139% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $42.93 | $27.52 | $70.45 Above median +136% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Lafayette, 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 Lafayette, 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.