Building Construction — Torrance, New Mexico
WD NM20260049-16065-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Torrance, New Mexico (construction type: building) is $36.66/hr base + $11.83/hr fringe = $48.49/hr total package (WD NM20260049-16065-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 | $36.66 | $11.83 | $48.49 +136% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $21.38 | $9.12 | $30.50 +22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER (INCLUDES DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING, DRYWALL HANGING, AND METAL STUD INSTALLATION) | $24.08 | $10.79 | $34.87 +39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $18.40 | $7.45 | $25.85 +10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $40.30 | $13.41 | $53.71 +96% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $20.15 | $3.48 | $23.63 +7% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $28.05 | $18.11 | $46.16 Above median +26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $15.99 | $4.72 | $20.71 Above median +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $14.72 | $5.61 | $20.33 Above median +10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $27.97 | $5.16 | $33.13 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $16.60 | $3.88 | $20.48 -7% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: SPRAY | $16.51 | $2.14 | $18.65 -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAY CREDIT FOR EMPLOYEE WHO HAS WORKED IN BUSINESS MORE THAN 5 YEARS; 6% FOR LESS THAN 5 YEARS' SERVICE | $53.35 | $38.44 | $91.79 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $43.07 | $16.60 | $59.67 +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $43.07 | $16.60 | $59.67 Above median +108% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $37.50 | $18.51 | $56.01 +97% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $39.94 | $25.48 | $65.42 +128% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Torrance, NM — 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 Torrance, 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.