Building Construction — Elko, Nevada
WD NV20260035-17244-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Elko, Nevada (construction type: building) is $52.36/hr base + $26.62/hr fringe = $78.98/hr total package (WD NV20260035-17244-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 15 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 | $52.36 | $26.62 | $78.98 Above median +165% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $46.50 | $17.92 | $64.42 Above median +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $30.73 | $0.00 | $30.73 +6% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $48.50 | $23.04 | $71.54 Above median +129% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $50.70 | $35.15 | $85.85 Top 10% +184% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER ( COMMON OR GENERAL) | $33.95 | $16.30 | $50.25 Top 10% +119% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER ( MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE) | $34.20 | $16.30 | $50.50 +120% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER ( PIPELAYER) | $34.45 | $16.30 | $50.75 Top 10% +121% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $43.43 | $11.90 | $55.33 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: GRADER/BLADE | $37.68 | $6.04 | $43.72 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $43.65 | $10.00 | $53.65 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $39.43 | $15.71 | $55.14 Above median +119% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: SPRAY | $41.43 | $15.71 | $57.14 Top 10% +127% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $28.80 | $15.24 | $44.04 +52% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $47.51 | $29.38 | $76.89 Above median +236% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Elko, NV — 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 Elko, Nevada.
- 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.