New Jersey prevailing wage rates
Essex County, New Jersey: Davis-Bacon wage determinations
5 active general wage determinations cover Essex County. Which one applies depends on the project’s construction type; the determination in the contract governs. Each link opens the full rate table.
| Construction type | Determination | Modification | Last changed | Rates |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highway | NJ20260002 | 2 | May 18, 2026 | 82 |
| Heavy | NJ20260003 | 2 | May 18, 2026 | 7 |
| Heavy | NJ20260052 | 2 | August 13, 2026 | 21 |
| Residential | NJ20260011 | 1 | May 18, 2026 | 15 |
| Building | NJ20260031 | 1 | May 18, 2026 | 36 |
About these ratesWagePilot mirrors Davis-Bacon general wage determinations from SAM.gov, the official source, and re-checks each one daily. The wage determination incorporated in your contract governs, including its modification number, footnotes and any conformed classifications. WagePilot reviews payroll; it does not file, certify or give legal advice.