Residential Construction — Columbia, New York
WD NY20260080-16068-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for CARPENTER in Columbia, New York (construction type: residential) is $21.16/hr base + $0.00/hr fringe = $21.16/hr total package (WD NY20260080-16068-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 | $21.16 | $0.00 | $21.16 -31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $22.83 | $11.15 | $33.98 Above median +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $43.50 | $28.38 | $71.88 Above median +93% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $15.54 | $0.00 | $15.54 Above median -44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $16.00 | $10.45 | $26.45 Above median -5% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $27.59 | $0.00 | $27.59 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $27.74 | $0.00 | $27.74 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $21.72 | $0.00 | $21.72 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $18.47 | $0.00 | $18.47 -31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $24.01 | $9.83 | $33.84 -10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $16.61 | $0.00 | $16.61 -45% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $17.41 | $2.46 | $19.87 -44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Columbia, NY — 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 Columbia, 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.