Residential Construction — Barron, Wisconsin
WD WI20260021-17040-res · Revision 1 · Effective May 17, 2026
The Davis-Bacon prevailing wage for CARPENTER in Barron, Wisconsin (construction type: residential) is $27.03/hr base + $9.38/hr fringe = $36.41/hr total package (WD WI20260021-17040-res, Rev. 1).
Scroll down for all 11 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARPENTER | $27.03 | $9.38 | $36.41 +25% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| CEMENT MASON/CONCRETE FINISHER | $24.11 | $1.49 | $25.60 -16% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $44.29 | $25.21 | $69.50 Above median +93% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| ELECTRICIAN | $23.16 | $25.82 | $48.98 +36% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| LABORER: COMMON OR GENERAL | $14.77 | $0.00 | $14.77 Above median -41% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH AND ROLLER | $17.10 | $12.15 | $29.25 +22% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PAINTER: BRUSH AND ROLLER | $37.65 | $21.17 | $58.82 Top 10% +145% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $52.24 | $27.56 | $79.80 Above median +111% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| PLUMBER | $41.29 | $25.98 | $67.27 Above median +78% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| SHEET METAL WORKER | $27.74 | $1.26 | $29.00 -21% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| TRUCK DRIVER: DUMP TRUCK | $17.00 | $3.45 | $20.45 Above median -26% vs market | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 | $0.00 |
Crew Labor Cost Estimator
Estimate total federal-contract labor cost using the Barron, WI — 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 Barron, Wisconsin.
- 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.