Residential Construction — King William, Virginia
WD VA20260147-16899-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in King William, Virginia (construction type: residential) is $22.44/hr base + $10.23/hr fringe = $32.67/hr total package (WD VA20260147-16899-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 | $22.44 | $10.23 | $32.67 +22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $21.44 | $3.44 | $24.88 +3% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $15.05 | $0.00 | $15.05 -35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL HANGER AND METAL STUD INSTALLER | $15.32 | $0.00 | $15.32 -38% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $16.18 | $0.00 | $16.18 Bottom 10% -45% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, ORNAMENTAL | $15.59 | $0.00 | $15.59 Bottom 10% -44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, STRUCTURAL | $21.55 | $1.39 | $22.94 -18% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $10.76 | $0.00 | $10.76 -44% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $13.56 | $0.00 | $13.56 Above median -30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $12.84 | $0.00 | $12.84 -34% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $14.70 | $1.71 | $16.41 Above median -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $18.58 | $1.98 | $20.56 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $15.26 | $0.80 | $16.06 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $14.91 | $2.27 | $17.18 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $15.21 | $2.77 | $17.98 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $12.67 | $0.00 | $12.67 -41% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $16.92 | $0.76 | $17.68 -38% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $39.99 | $18.05 | $58.04 Above median +131% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| POWER EQUIPMENT OPERATOR | $40.99 | $18.05 | $59.04 Above median +135% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, INCLUDES HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION.$ 15.77 0.00 ROOFER | $13.15 | $0.00 | $13.15 Top 10% -53% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $16.30 | $0.00 | $16.30 -38% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the King William, VA — 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 King William, 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.