Building Construction — Lawrence, Missouri
WD MO20260013-15887-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Lawrence, Missouri (construction type: building) is $31.97/hr base + $14.00/hr fringe = $45.97/hr total package (WD MO20260013-15887-bld, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR | $31.97 | $14.00 | $45.97 +92% 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 | $29.50 | $21.50 | $51.00 +73% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER, EXCLUDES DRYWALL HANGING, FORM WORK, AND METAL STUD INSTALLATION | $18.22 | $7.85 | $26.07 Above median -11% 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 | $32.25 | $20.81 | $53.06 +56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $20.26 | $2.45 | $22.71 -3% 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 | $27.05 | $13.62 | $40.67 Above median +57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $14.99 | $6.99 | $21.98 Above median -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $15.80 | $7.31 | $23.11 Above median -11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/TRACKHOE | $19.80 | $7.47 | $27.27 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: DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING ONLY | $25.79 | $15.35 | $41.14 +71% 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 | $39.35 | $15.72 | $55.07 +84% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $22.25 | $9.77 | $32.02 +7% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $31.62 | $18.07 | $49.69 Above median +72% 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: ROLLER | $30.91 | $18.07 | $48.98 Above median +70% 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, EXCLUDES HVAC DUCT AND UNIT INSTALLATION | $23.31 | $9.05 | $32.36 Top 10% +1% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEETMETAL WORKER | $34.43 | $17.86 | $52.29 Above median | $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 Lawrence, 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 Lawrence, 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.