The Illinois Department of Labor (IDOL) has gone ahead and updated prevailing wage rates this week, targeting every county's construction trade. The move aligns with the Illinois Prevailing Wage Act, which mandates local prevailing wages on public construction and infrastructure projects, ensuring that the state reinvests in its workers and economy.
It's that time of year again when IDOL meticulously works to figure out what wages should look like across the state. The prevailing wage, inclusive of "hourly cash wages plus annualized fringe benefits ... paid generally, in the locality in which the work is being performed, to employees engaged in work of a similar character on public works," as stated by Illinois.gov. With the annual survey conducted, the updated rates are now posted for public viewing.
For those looking for more details on these updated rates, IDDBG's website is the best bet. More information can be accessed on the IDOL's website here: Illinois.gov.
