Building Construction — Jefferson, New York
WD NY20260022-16097-bld · Revision 2 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Jefferson, New York (construction type: building) is $43.25/hr base + $27.29/hr fringe = $70.54/hr total package (WD NY20260022-16097-bld, Rev. 2).
Scroll down for all 32 trade classifications covered by this determination.
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 | $43.25 | $27.29 | $70.54 Above median +131% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $33.45 | $20.14 | $53.59 +44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER, INCLUDES ACOUSTICAL CEILING INSTALLATION, DRYWALL HANGING, FORM WORK, AND METAL STUD INSTALLATION | $25.70 | $15.85 | $41.55 +36% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $30.61 | $5.82 | $36.43 Above median +20% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL FINISHER/TAPER | $30.90 | $25.36 | $56.26 Above median +67% 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 |
| GLAZIER | $29.52 | $11.47 | $40.99 +42% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, ORNAMENTAL | $28.70 | $22.02 | $50.72 Above median +11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, REINFORCING | $28.00 | $21.43 | $49.43 Above median +8% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $29.41 | $21.63 | $51.04 Above median +11% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $27.03 | $25.45 | $52.48 Above median +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASBESTOS ABATEMENT | $29.18 | $17.72 | $46.90 Above median +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: ASPHALT, INCLUDES RAKER, SHOVELER, SPREADER AND DISTRIBUTOR | $20.89 | $10.46 | $31.35 Above median +13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $27.03 | $25.45 | $52.48 Top 10% +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $27.03 | $25.45 | $52.48 Top 10% +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $20.47 | $0.00 | $20.47 Above median -26% 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 | $33.62 | $17.98 | $51.60 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $36.17 | $17.76 | $53.93 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $31.60 | $21.52 | $53.12 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $33.14 | $21.04 | $54.18 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: PAVER | $30.19 | $17.42 | $47.61 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: ROLLER | $27.74 | $5.89 | $33.63 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $29.90 | $25.36 | $55.26 Above median +105% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $22.32 | $13.95 | $36.27 Above median +35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $31.43 | $23.61 | $55.04 +46% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, INCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $33.72 | $16.03 | $49.75 Above median +32% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: CRANE | $49.61 | $31.85 | $81.46 Top 10% +111% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $35.80 | $25.99 | $61.79 Above median +103% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, INCLUDING INSTALLATION OF HVAC DUCT, METAL FLASHING, AND SIDING | $28.11 | $17.75 | $45.86 +30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $45.06 | $30.71 | $75.77 Above median +101% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $31.81 | $17.50 | $49.31 Above median +62% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Jefferson, 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 Jefferson, 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.