Building Construction — Hardin, Ohio
WD OH20260066-14491-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR in Hardin, Ohio (construction type: building) is $37.00/hr base + $28.27/hr fringe = $65.27/hr total package (WD OH20260066-14491-bld, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 38 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 | $37.00 | $28.27 | $65.27 Above median +140% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICK POINTER/CAULKER/CLEANER | $31.00 | $15.15 | $46.15 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICK POINTER/CAULKER/CLEANER | $35.67 | $24.75 | $60.42 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $27.47 | $12.26 | $39.73 +29% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER: TILE FINISHER | $26.88 | $11.81 | $38.69 Above median +26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER: TILE SETTER | $29.90 | $16.52 | $46.42 Above median +51% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $21.09 | $9.08 | $30.17 +8% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $23.47 | $10.07 | $33.54 Above median +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL FINISHER/TAPER | $18.57 | $3.12 | $21.69 Above median -34% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL HANGER AND METAL STUD INSTALLER | $17.63 | $5.64 | $23.27 Above median -19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $48.40 | $25.24 | $73.64 Above median +141% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $36.50 | $25.06 | $61.56 Above median +110% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $35.50 | $29.20 | $64.70 Above median +87% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER: ORNAMENTAL | $36.00 | $23.57 | $59.57 +73% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER: REINFORCING | $33.18 | $23.73 | $56.91 Above median +65% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $28.73 | $11.80 | $40.53 Above median +70% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $32.35 | $16.42 | $48.77 Above median +104% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $21.67 | $8.30 | $29.97 Above median +26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: LANDSCAPE & IRRIGATION | $10.39 | $0.00 | $10.39 Above median -56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $22.74 | $8.60 | $31.34 Above median +31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $18.37 | $4.79 | $23.16 Above median -3% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $24.59 | $7.76 | $32.35 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $20.00 | $3.26 | $23.26 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $23.50 | $7.51 | $31.01 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $17.43 | $2.72 | $20.15 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: PAVER | $25.85 | $10.42 | $36.27 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $17.91 | $10.85 | $28.76 +12% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $51.00 | $32.56 | $83.56 Above median +178% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $51.00 | $32.56 | $83.56 Above median +178% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER, EXCLUDES HVAC PIPE INSTALLATION | $29.57 | $17.20 | $46.77 Above median +56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $44.14 | $16.41 | $60.55 Above median +102% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $42.98 | $16.41 | $59.39 Above median +98% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $29.07 | $19.84 | $48.91 Above median +80% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $39.58 | $35.15 | $74.73 Above median +147% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $22.05 | $12.18 | $34.23 +13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SOFT FLOOR LAYER | $30.25 | $25.16 | $55.41 +98% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $25.91 | $9.18 | $35.09 +17% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP | $17.97 | $4.14 | $22.11 Bottom 10% -21% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Hardin, OH — 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 Hardin, Ohio.
- 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.