Residential Construction — Potter, Pennsylvania
WD PA20260029-14585-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Potter, Pennsylvania (construction type: residential) is $36.53/hr base + $18.09/hr fringe = $54.62/hr total package (WD PA20260029-14585-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRICKLAYER | $36.53 | $18.09 | $54.62 Above median +69% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $34.14 | $22.77 | $56.91 Above median +76% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $31.62 | $22.81 | $54.43 Above median +68% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $14.26 | $3.28 | $17.54 -38% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL FINISHER/TAPER | $10.65 | $2.57 | $13.22 -66% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $14.99 | $5.30 | $20.29 -35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER, UNSKILLED | $11.02 | $3.18 | $14.20 Above median -39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTERS: BRUSH,ROLLER (EXCLD. DRYWALL FINISHING | $14.30 | $6.31 | $20.61 Top 10% -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $14.69 | $0.00 | $14.69 -54% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS | $11.50 | $0.00 | $11.50 Above median -59% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: BACKHOE | $26.88 | $13.91 | $40.79 Top 10% +45% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $16.78 | $2.28 | $19.06 -19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Potter, PA — 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 Potter, Pennsylvania.
- 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.