Building Construction — Burke, North Dakota
WD ND20260035-17685-bld · Revision 2 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BOILERMAKER in Burke, North Dakota (construction type: building) is $48.00/hr base + $31.14/hr fringe = $79.14/hr total package (WD ND20260035-17685-bld, Rev. 2).
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BOILERMAKER | $48.00 | $31.14 | $79.14 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $33.16 | $15.24 | $48.40 +67% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $23.66 | $7.35 | $31.01 +10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $35.33 | $18.40 | $53.73 Above median +99% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $40.94 | $18.22 | $59.16 +87% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| FORM WORKER | $16.38 | $6.24 | $22.62 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR - MECHANICAL | $17.39 | $2.10 | $19.49 -19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER | $35.95 | $33.11 | $69.06 Above median +81% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $29.20 | $22.19 | $51.39 Above median +121% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $29.20 | $22.19 | $51.39 Top 10% +121% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $22.97 | $4.00 | $26.97 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $21.23 | $12.65 | $33.88 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: CRANE | $27.00 | $15.65 | $42.65 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $26.40 | $13.58 | $39.98 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $21.00 | $12.45 | $33.45 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $18.18 | $0.00 | $18.18 -34% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $43.94 | $20.46 | $64.40 +114% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $40.53 | $20.60 | $61.13 Above median +103% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $39.60 | $25.25 | $64.85 Above median +115% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $34.34 | $22.67 | $57.01 +50% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $20.95 | $0.00 | $20.95 Above median -26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Burke, ND — 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 Burke, North Dakota.
- 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.