Craft comparison
Construction laborer: which prevailing wage is higher in Los Angeles?
Construction laborer comparison for Los Angeles County: federal Davis-Bacon total 72.43 vs California prevailing wage total 75.09.
Result
California has the higher listed sample total by 2.66 per hour. The federal classification is Laborer group 1; the California classification is Laborer and related classifications, group 1. This July 22, 2026 snapshot is a pricing reference, not a coverage or pay determination.
Bid-file use
Use this as an early estimating check and attach the official wage determination and state schedule excerpts to the project file before bid close.
Rate comparison
Federal vs California total hourly
| Craft | Federal listed total | CA listed total | Higher listed total | Delta |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Construction laborer | $72.43 | $75.09 | California | $2.66 |
Official sources