Workers comp rates for code 5479: Waterproofing - Buildings
NCCI class code 5479 covers Waterproofing - Buildings in the construction industry. The median rate across 22 states is $3.26 per $100 payroll. Rates range from $1.07 in Utah to $8.17 in New Jersey.
Also known as: Waterproofing contractor · Building sealant application
Most expensive 5 states
- New Jersey $8.17
- Illinois $6.83
- California $4.98
- Minnesota $4.43
- New York $4.06
Code 5479 rates in all 22 states
| State | Code | Rate per $100 | vs peers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 5479 | $1.07 | 5% | view |
| Kansas | 5479 | $1.48 | 9% | view |
| Tennessee | 5479 | $1.81 | 14% | view |
| Hawaii | 5479 | $2.19 | 18% | view |
| Kentucky | 5479 | $2.27 | 27% | view |
| Maryland | 5479 | $2.27 | 27% | view |
| Virginia | 5479 | $2.32 | 32% | view |
| Oregon | 5479 | $2.64 | 36% | view |
| Indiana | 5479 | $2.67 | 41% | view |
| Alabama | 5479 | $3.12 | 45% | view |
| Alaska | 5479 | $3.19 | 50% | view |
| Oklahoma | 5479 | $3.26 | 55% | view |
| Nevada | 5479 | $3.27 | 59% | view |
| Arkansas | 5479 | $3.67 | 64% | view |
| Louisiana | 5479 | $3.71 | 68% | view |
| Rhode Island | 5479 | $3.72 | 73% | view |
| Michigan | 5479 | $3.83 | 77% | view |
| New York | 5479 | $4.06 | 82% | view |
| Minnesota | 5479 | $4.43 | 86% | view |
| California | 5479 | $4.98 | 91% | view |
| Illinois | 5479 | $6.83 | 95% | view |
| New Jersey | 5479 | $8.17 | 100% | view |
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FAQs about NCCI 5479
What occupation is NCCI class code 5479?
Class code 5479 is "Waterproofing - Buildings" (also known as Waterproofing contractor, Building sealant application), in the construction industry. The code is filed in 22 states.
What is the average workers comp rate for code 5479?
The median rate across 22 states is $3.26 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $1.07 (Utah) to $8.17 (New Jersey).
Why does code 5479 cost more in some states than others?
Workers comp rates reflect each state's loss experience for that occupation, the rating bureau's methodology (NCCI vs. independent), schedule rating credits, and the state's medical-cost inflation. Some states are monopolistic (only the state fund writes coverage) while others are open competitive markets.