Residential Construction — Bernalillo, New Mexico
WD NM20260001-16048-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for CARPENTER in Bernalillo, New Mexico (construction type: residential) is $11.95/hr base + $0.30/hr fringe = $12.25/hr total package (WD NM20260001-16048-res, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARPENTER | $11.95 | $0.30 | $12.25 Bottom 10% -51% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $10.62 | $0.00 | $10.62 Bottom 10% -55% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $14.15 | $2.39 | $16.54 -40% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR | $14.15 | $0.00 | $14.15 Top 10% -31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $8.81 | $0.00 | $8.81 -52% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $8.59 | $0.00 | $8.59 Bottom 10% -54% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $7.25 | $0.00 | $7.25 Bottom 10% -61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $8.00 | $0.28 | $8.28 Bottom 10% -55% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LATHER | $10.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $9.00 | $0.00 | $9.00 Bottom 10% -59% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $22.84 | $7.33 | $30.17 +5% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $12.59 | $0.00 | $12.59 -47% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $9.83 | $0.00 | $9.83 Bottom 10% -54% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $10.81 | $0.00 | $10.81 Bottom 10% -62% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $9.00 | $0.00 | $9.00 -61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $10.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 -57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Bernalillo, NM — 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 Bernalillo, New Mexico.
- 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.