Building Construction — Pulaski, Missouri
WD MO20260019-15902-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Pulaski, Missouri (construction type: building) is $31.97/hr base + $14.00/hr fringe = $45.97/hr total package (WD MO20260019-15902-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 29 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 | $31.97 | $14.00 | $45.97 +92% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $23.65 | $7.92 | $31.57 -7% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $44.19 | $21.85 | $66.04 Above median +125% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $40.08 | $21.85 | $61.93 Above median +111% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $36.63 | $9.85 | $46.48 Above median +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $39.70 | $19.84 | $59.54 +75% 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 | $20.90 | $8.88 | $29.78 Above median +3% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $41.67 | $31.25 | $72.92 Top 10% +152% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $30.33 | $15.30 | $45.63 Above median +76% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $32.23 | $15.30 | $47.53 Above median +84% 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 | $33.90 | $17.21 | $51.11 Above median +112% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING | $33.90 | $17.21 | $51.11 Above median +112% 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 | $39.06 | $30.38 | $69.44 Top 10% +141% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $39.06 | $30.38 | $69.44 Above median +141% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: GRADER/BLADE | $39.06 | $30.38 | $69.44 Top 10% +141% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: ROLLER | $35.76 | $30.38 | $66.14 Above median +129% 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 | $52.00 | $27.12 | $79.12 Above median +148% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, EXCLUDES HVAC DUCT AND UNIT INSTALLATION | $23.65 | $4.50 | $28.15 Above median -12% 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 Pulaski, 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 Pulaski, 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.