FAQ
Common questions from estimators, payroll teams, and contractors.
How often is Davis-Bacon wage data updated on this site?
The site data is refreshed weekly from SAM.gov source files.
Are these rates official for contract compliance?
Use this site for fast lookup, but verify final rates against the official SAM.gov wage determination before bidding or payroll.
What does fringe mean in a wage determination?
Fringe is the hourly fringe benefit amount that must be paid either as bona fide benefits or cash equivalent, per the wage determination.
How is overtime handled in these tables?
Displayed totals are straight-time rate plus fringe. Overtime rules are project and contract specific and should be calculated separately.
Can I save and export trades?
Yes. Use the Saved panel to collect rows and export them as CSV for estimating or internal review.
Why are some county names unusual or very long?
County and coverage text is sourced from wage determination records, which can include grouped counties and descriptive boundary language.