Residential Construction — Ellis, Texas
WD TX20260014-14842-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Ellis, Texas (construction type: residential) is $10.80/hr base + $0.00/hr fringe = $10.80/hr total package (WD TX20260014-14842-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 | $10.80 | $0.00 | $10.80 Bottom 10% -56% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $9.28 | $0.00 | $9.28 Bottom 10% -60% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $10.77 | $0.00 | $10.77 Bottom 10% -52% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL HANGER | $10.00 | $0.00 | $10.00 -59% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $10.42 | $0.00 | $10.42 Bottom 10% -62% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| FORM SETTER | $10.90 | $0.00 | $10.90 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| HVAC MECHANIC | $9.93 | $1.13 | $11.06 -57% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR - BATT | $15.00 | $0.00 | $15.00 Above median -35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORERS: EXCLUDING BATT INSULATION | $7.25 | $0.00 | $7.25 -61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORERS: EXCLUDING BATT INSULATION (MASON TENDER) | $7.25 | $0.00 | $7.25 -61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORERS:, EXCLUDING BATT INSULATION | $7.25 | $0.00 | $7.25 -61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH ONLY | $10.47 | $0.00 | $10.47 -51% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $11.57 | $0.00 | $11.57 Bottom 10% -59% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: BULLDOZER | $11.61 | $0.00 | $11.61 -51% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: FRONT END LOADER | $12.42 | $0.00 | $12.42 Above median -48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATORS: GRADER | $11.25 | $0.00 | $11.25 Above median -53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $8.54 | $0.00 | $8.54 Bottom 10% -61% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $8.54 | $0.00 | $8.54 Bottom 10% -59% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER | $7.25 | $0.00 | $7.25 Bottom 10% -72% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Ellis, TX — 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 Ellis, Texas.
- 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.