Residential Construction — Warren, Virginia
WD VA20260146-15422-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for BRICKLAYER in Warren, Virginia (construction type: residential) is $20.16/hr base + $0.50/hr fringe = $20.66/hr total package (WD VA20260146-15422-res, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 23 trade classifications covered by this determination.
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 | $20.16 | $0.50 | $20.66 -23% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CARPENTER | $20.61 | $1.16 | $21.77 -10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $20.13 | $1.00 | $21.13 -9% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL FINISHER/TAPER | $16.85 | $0.00 | $16.85 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| DRYWALL HANGER AND METAL STUD INSTALLER | $17.20 | $0.00 | $17.20 -31% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN, INCLUDES LOW VOLTAGE WIRING | $18.78 | $2.32 | $21.10 Above median -29% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| INSULATOR - BATT | $12.36 | $0.69 | $13.05 Above median -39% 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, INCLUDING BRICK MASON TENDING AND CEMENT MASON TENDING | $14.00 | $2.45 | $16.45 Above median -15% 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 | $19.21 | $1.77 | $20.98 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 | $15.29 | $2.27 | $17.56 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: LOADER | $20.64 | $0.00 | $20.64 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER | $14.64 | $0.00 | $14.64 -32% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $20.10 | $1.57 | $21.67 -24% 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 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER, INCLUDES HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION.$ 15.21 0.97 ROOFER | $16.22 | $0.97 | $17.19 Top 10% -39% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SPRINKLER FITTER | $21.48 | $0.00 | $21.48 Bottom 10% -25% 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 |
| WATERPROOFER | $22.50 | $1.05 | $23.55 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Warren, 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 Warren, 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.