Residential Construction — Bristol, Rhode Island
WD RI20260002-17734-res · Revision 2 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Bristol, Rhode Island (construction type: residential) is $20.45/hr base + $11.40/hr fringe = $31.85/hr total package (WD RI20260002-17734-res, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRICKLAYER | $20.45 | $11.40 | $31.85 +19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $15.32 | $9.65 | $24.97 -14% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/FINISHER | $20.45 | $11.40 | $31.85 Top 10% +6% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CREDIT | $64.52 | $38.44 | $102.96 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL FINISHER/TAPER | $20.55 | $8.50 | $29.05 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN FOOTNOTE: WORK OF A HAZARDOUS NATURE, OR WHERE THE WORK HEIGHT IS 30 FEET OR MORE FROM THE FLOOR, EXCEPT WHEN WORKING OSHA-APPROVED LIFTS | $42.09 | $17.92 | $60.01 +78% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| FLOOR LAYER: CARPET | $15.62 | $9.65 | $25.27 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR - BATT | $19.56 | $9.65 | $29.21 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR - PIPE & PIPEWRAPPER | $49.91 | $36.63 | $86.54 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER | $18.47 | $8.10 | $26.57 -5% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $20.55 | $8.50 | $29.05 +18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLASTERER | $13.50 | $2.45 | $15.95 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $23.96 | $8.95 | $32.91 +6% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $20.27 | $8.98 | $29.25 Above median -20% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: GRADER AND ROLLER A. FOOTNOTES: ANY EMPLOYEE WHO WORKS 3 DAYS IN THE WEEK IN WHICH A HOLIDAY FALLS SHALL BE PAID FOR THE HOL | $39.90 | $28.25 | $68.15 +86% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: PAVER A. FOOTNOTES: ANY EMPLOYEE WHO WORKS 3 DAYS IN THE WEEK IN WHICH A HOLIDAY FALLS SHALL BE PAID FOR THE HOLIDAY. A. PAI | $40.82 | $28.25 | $69.07 +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $47.49 | $31.44 | $78.93 Top 10% +181% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $24.24 | $9.81 | $34.05 +10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Bristol, RI — 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 Bristol, Rhode Island.
- 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.