Building Construction — Nelson, Virginia
WD VA20260173-16941-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 Nelson, Virginia (construction type: building) is $40.77/hr base + $20.17/hr fringe = $60.94/hr total package (WD VA20260173-16941-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 |
| BOILERMAKER | $38.97 | $27.39 | $66.36 +128% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| BRICKLAYER | $23.54 | $6.73 | $30.27 +13% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $14.81 | $2.19 | $17.00 -30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CREDIT | $51.39 | $38.44 | $89.83 Bottom 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $24.01 | $8.28 | $32.29 +9% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, ORNAMENTAL AND STRUCTURAL | $37.86 | $25.86 | $63.72 Above median +128% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| IRONWORKER, REINFORCING | $25.36 | $6.68 | $32.04 Above median +15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $10.00 | $1.15 | $11.15 -42% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $13.41 | $3.15 | $16.56 Above median -14% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $15.32 | $0.00 | $15.32 Above median -21% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $12.00 | $1.17 | $13.17 -32% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $16.24 | $0.87 | $17.11 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BOBCAT/SKID STEER/SKID LOADER | $18.95 | $4.03 | $22.98 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BULLDOZER | $16.00 | $0.00 | $16.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: FORKLIFT | $19.40 | $7.00 | $26.40 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $21.28 | $3.17 | $24.45 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: ROLLER | $16.25 | $4.88 | $21.13 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $20.01 | $0.00 | $20.01 -7% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: SPRAY ONLY | $29.16 | $11.86 | $41.02 Top 10% +91% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PIPEFITTER, INCLUDES HVAC PIPE AND UNIT INSTALLATION | $23.45 | $6.34 | $29.79 Bottom 10% +4% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $21.32 | $2.31 | $23.63 -17% 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 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, INCLUDES HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION.$ 19.50 2.27 ROOFER | $16.17 | $3.73 | $19.90 -29% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE FINISHER | $23.40 | $0.00 | $23.40 +17% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TILE SETTER | $27.80 | $10.25 | $38.05 +91% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $16.58 | $1.73 | $18.31 Above median -30% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Nelson, 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.
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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.
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Compliance Notes
- This wage determination applies to federal contracts for building construction in Nelson, 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.