Residential Construction — Phelps, Missouri
WD MO20260061-15900-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Phelps, Missouri (construction type: residential) is $32.79/hr base + $21.31/hr fringe = $54.10/hr total package (WD MO20260061-15900-res, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 9 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 | $32.79 | $21.31 | $54.10 Above median +60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $17.16 | $2.77 | $19.93 -32% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $15.53 | $0.00 | $15.53 Bottom 10% -54% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $17.15 | $5.69 | $22.84 Above median -12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH, DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING, AND ROLLER | $28.56 | $17.21 | $45.77 Top 10% +90% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTERS:: BRUSH AND ROLLER | $33.90 | $17.21 | $51.11 Bottom 10% +112% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTERS:: DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING | $34.90 | $17.21 | $52.11 Top 10% +116% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER: INSTALLATION OF 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: INSTALLATION OF HVAC DUCT AND HVAC SYSTEM | $52.00 | $27.12 | $79.12 Top 10% +148% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Phelps, 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 Phelps, 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.