Building Construction — Hamilton, New York
WD NY20260120-16120-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Hamilton, New York (construction type: building) is $30.63/hr base + $18.98/hr fringe = $49.61/hr total package (WD NY20260120-16120-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 | $30.63 | $18.98 | $49.61 +33% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $28.90 | $21.63 | $50.53 +65% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $30.68 | $23.01 | $53.69 +75% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER, EXCLUDES ACOUSTICAL CEILING INSTALLATION, AND FORM WORK | $27.08 | $18.66 | $45.74 +49% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $31.30 | $18.65 | $49.95 Above median +65% 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 |
| ELEVATOR MECHANIC | $57.73 | $38.44 | $96.17 Above median +61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR - MECHANICAL | $31.44 | $20.94 | $52.38 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 | $31.44 | $27.18 | $58.62 Above median +28% 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 | $27.03 | $24.00 | $51.03 Above median +84% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASPHALT, INCLUDES RAKER, SHOVELER, SPREADER AND DISTRIBUTOR | $24.77 | $6.75 | $31.52 Above median +14% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $31.49 | $21.54 | $53.03 Top 10% +91% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| MILLWRIGHT | $30.20 | $23.83 | $54.03 Bottom 10% +43% 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: CRANE | $40.90 | $26.78 | $67.68 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: SPRAY | $28.35 | $25.21 | $53.56 Top 10% +99% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $37.47 | $27.40 | $64.87 +72% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $37.19 | $27.89 | $65.08 Above median +73% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $29.41 | $17.23 | $46.64 Above median +53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $33.73 | $33.04 | $66.77 Above median +89% 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 Hamilton, 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.
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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 Hamilton, 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.