Workers comp rates for code 6005: Building Excavation
NCCI class code 6005 covers Building Excavation in the construction industry. The median rate across 19 states is $1.96 per $100 payroll. Rates range from $0.690 in Utah to $7.36 in New Jersey.
Also known as: Site Preparation · Foundation Digging
Most expensive 5 states
- New Jersey $7.36
- Illinois $6.87
- New York $3.58
- Nevada $2.70
- Hawaii $2.61
Code 6005 rates in all 19 states
| State | Code | Rate per $100 | vs peers | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utah | 6005 | $0.690 | 5% | view |
| Kansas | 6005 | $1.03 | 11% | view |
| Virginia | 6005 | $1.26 | 16% | view |
| Kentucky | 6005 | $1.38 | 21% | view |
| Oregon | 6005 | $1.47 | 26% | view |
| Maryland | 6005 | $1.66 | 32% | view |
| Tennessee | 6005 | $1.68 | 37% | view |
| Alaska | 6005 | $1.89 | 42% | view |
| Alabama | 6005 | $1.94 | 47% | view |
| Louisiana | 6005 | $1.96 | 53% | view |
| Indiana | 6005 | $2.01 | 58% | view |
| Oklahoma | 6005 | $2.06 | 63% | view |
| Arkansas | 6005 | $2.22 | 68% | view |
| Rhode Island | 6005 | $2.42 | 74% | view |
| Hawaii | 6005 | $2.61 | 79% | view |
| Nevada | 6005 | $2.70 | 84% | view |
| New York | 6005 | $3.58 | 89% | view |
| Illinois | 6005 | $6.87 | 95% | view |
| New Jersey | 6005 | $7.36 | 100% | view |
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FAQs about NCCI 6005
What occupation is NCCI class code 6005?
Class code 6005 is "Building Excavation" (also known as Site Preparation, Foundation Digging), in the construction industry. The code is filed in 19 states.
What is the average workers comp rate for code 6005?
The median rate across 19 states is $1.96 per $100 of payroll, ranging from $0.690 (Utah) to $7.36 (New Jersey).
Why does code 6005 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.