Prevailing Wage Rates in Georgia (2026): Davis-Bacon & SCA by County

Davis-Bacon electrician base rates in Georgia range from $10.42 to $38.65 an hour (median $26.18), before fringe. Service Contract Act janitor rates range from $14.17 to $17.28 an hour (median $14.91), plus health and welfare.

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How prevailing wage works in Georgia

Federal construction contracts over $2,000 must pay at least the Davis-Bacon rates for the county; federal service contracts over $2,500 must pay at least the Service Contract Act rates. Georgia may also have its own state prevailing wage law for state and local projects. See prevailing wage explained.