Residential Construction — Wahkiakum, Washington
WD WA20260086-14533-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for CARPENTER in Wahkiakum, Washington (construction type: residential) is $22.47/hr base + $0.35/hr fringe = $22.82/hr total package (WD WA20260086-14533-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARPENTER | $22.47 | $0.35 | $22.82 -35% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $27.83 | $0.00 | $27.83 -19% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $19.00 | $3.17 | $22.17 -52% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $22.32 | $6.98 | $29.30 Above median +6% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: BACKHOE/EXCAVATOR/TRACKHOE | $33.25 | $0.00 | $33.25 Above median | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: SCREED | $61.41 | $27.32 | $88.73 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| OPERATOR: SCREED | $52.55 | $17.15 | $69.70 Top 10% | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH, ROLLER, AND SPRAY | $16.00 | $0.00 | $16.00 -43% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $26.72 | $3.30 | $30.02 -21% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ROOFER | $26.11 | $0.00 | $26.11 -10% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER: HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION ONLY | $31.63 | $24.75 | $56.38 Above median +26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER: HVAC DUCT INSTALLATION ONLY | $52.40 | $32.72 | $85.12 Top 10% +90% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $54.68 | $27.52 | $82.20 Top 10% +168% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Wahkiakum, WA — 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 Wahkiakum, Washington.
- 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.