Building Construction — Grayson, Virginia
WD VA20260009-14785-bld · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR - MECHANICAL A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DA in Grayson, Virginia (construction type: building) is $40.77/hr base + $20.17/hr fringe = $60.94/hr total package (WD VA20260009-14785-bld, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASBESTOS WORKER/HEAT & FROST INSULATOR - MECHANICAL A. PAID HOLIDAYS: NEW YEAR'S DAY, MARTIN LUTHER KING DAY, MEMORIAL DAY, INDEPENDENCE DAY, LABOR DA | $40.77 | $20.17 | $60.94 Top 10% +186% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $15.84 | $1.42 | $17.26 -29% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $37.95 | $18.02 | $55.97 +89% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| GLAZIER | $16.95 | $2.48 | $19.43 Bottom 10% -31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $10.89 | $0.00 | $10.89 -44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $11.00 | $0.50 | $11.50 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER | $20.89 | $6.63 | $27.52 -4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $18.45 | $3.05 | $21.50 -25% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $38.79 | $18.05 | $56.84 Above median +126% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $15.56 | $3.06 | $18.62 -21% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $17.73 | $6.44 | $24.17 -14% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $11.25 | $0.57 | $11.82 Bottom 10% -55% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Grayson, VA — 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.
| 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.
Other Construction Types in Grayson
Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for building construction in Grayson, Virginia.
- 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.