Building Construction — Chautauqua, New York
WD NY20260102-16080-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Chautauqua, New York (construction type: building) is $37.88/hr base + $24.10/hr fringe = $61.98/hr total package (WD NY20260102-16080-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRICKLAYER | $37.88 | $24.10 | $61.98 Above median +66% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $26.00 | $18.35 | $44.35 +45% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER (INCLUDES DRYWALL HANGING AND FORM WORK) | $30.65 | $21.52 | $52.17 +70% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $32.53 | $22.10 | $54.63 Above median +80% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $42.50 | $27.23 | $69.73 Above median +87% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $25.03 | $19.70 | $44.73 +55% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSTALLER: METAL STUDS | $26.70 | $17.40 | $44.10 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR - MECHANICAL | $31.50 | $21.11 | $52.61 Top 10% +72% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, REINFORCING | $35.49 | $32.30 | $67.79 Top 10% +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $35.49 | $32.30 | $67.79 Above median +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER: ORNAMENTAL | $35.49 | $32.30 | $67.79 Top 10% +48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $27.68 | $22.14 | $49.82 Above median +80% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $23.84 | $14.18 | $38.02 Above median +37% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MILLWRIGHT | $27.08 | $19.72 | $46.80 Bottom 10% +24% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $43.97 | $24.17 | $68.14 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $41.10 | $19.26 | $60.36 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $32.70 | $24.12 | $56.82 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $28.35 | $25.21 | $53.56 Above median +99% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH AND ROLLER | $27.25 | $25.24 | $52.49 Above median +95% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: DRYWALL FINISHING/TAPING | $24.81 | $21.13 | $45.94 +71% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $42.20 | $29.80 | $72.00 Above median +91% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $42.20 | $29.80 | $72.00 Above median +91% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: CRANE | $44.23 | $35.40 | $79.63 Top 10% +106% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $36.70 | $18.00 | $54.70 Above median +80% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SOFT FLOOR LAYER | $25.61 | $17.40 | $43.01 Bottom 10% +55% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $38.34 | $20.51 | $58.85 Above median +94% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Chautauqua, NY — 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 Chautauqua, New York.
- 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.