Residential Construction — Newport, Rhode Island
WD RI20260003-17416-res · Revision 2 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Newport, Rhode Island (construction type: residential) is $21.70/hr base + $10.85/hr fringe = $32.55/hr total package (WD RI20260003-17416-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 | $21.70 | $10.85 | $32.55 +22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $12.95 | $5.51 | $18.46 -37% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $18.49 | $3.92 | $22.41 -34% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER, UNSKILLED | $13.23 | $3.80 | $17.03 Above median -39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $16.55 | $2.65 | $19.20 -22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $17.83 | $3.07 | $20.90 Bottom 10% -33% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $23.69 | $8.76 | $32.45 +4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $11.71 | $2.33 | $14.04 -62% 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 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $24.21 | $4.24 | $28.45 +4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Newport, 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 Newport, 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.