Residential Construction — Pulaski, Virginia
WD VA20260152-16944-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Pulaski, Virginia (construction type: residential) is $16.35/hr base + $0.00/hr fringe = $16.35/hr total package (WD VA20260152-16944-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 | $16.35 | $0.00 | $16.35 Bottom 10% -39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $12.60 | $0.00 | $12.60 Bottom 10% -48% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $16.84 | $0.00 | $16.84 -28% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $16.34 | $0.00 | $16.34 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 | $12.79 | $1.30 | $14.09 Above median -27% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - BRICK | $12.37 | $0.00 | $12.37 -36% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: MASON TENDER - CEMENT/CONCRETE | $12.37 | $0.00 | $12.37 -36% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: PIPELAYER | $14.88 | $1.51 | $16.39 Above median -15% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $17.36 | $2.25 | $19.61 | $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 | $15.29 | $2.27 | $17.56 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $17.93 | $2.70 | $20.63 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $15.41 | $0.00 | $15.41 -28% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $16.14 | $1.50 | $17.64 -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 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, INCLUDES HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION.$ 15.54 0.00 ROOFER | $15.33 | $1.95 | $17.28 Top 10% -39% 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 Pulaski, 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 Pulaski, 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.