South Dakota cost guide
Retaining Wall cost in South Dakota
Quick answer
Retaining Wall in South Dakota costs an estimated $33 - $61 per sq ft of wall face. That is 6% below the national average, because landscaping workers in South Dakota earn $17.60 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per sq ft of wall face)
- $33 - $61
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -6%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #45 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in South Dakota: $9,870 - $18,300 (300 square feet at per sq ft of wall face)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects retaining wall prices in South Dakota
- Wall height and length; taller walls may need engineering and permits.
- Material: block, natural stone, timber or poured concrete.
- Drainage behind the wall and soil conditions.
- Access for equipment and material delivery.
- Local labor costs: South Dakota landscaping wages are 6% below the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
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Retaining Wall companies in South Dakota
Other landscaping costs in South Dakota
- Lawn Mowing$39 - $63
- Lawn Fertilization$61 - $93
- Yard Cleanup$110 - $355
- Shrub & Hedge Trimming$35 - $66
- Gardener$31 - $57
- Tree Removal$355 - $1,050
- Sod Installation$0.94 - $1.88
- Artificial Turf Installation$9.53 - $24
- Sprinkler System Installation$560 - $1,850
- Landscape Design$615 - $2,650
- Landscaping Installation$2,800 - $14,900
- Paver Patio$9.40 - $16
- French Drain$9.26 - $32
- Landscape Lighting$76 - $285
- Xeriscaping$4.70 - $19
- Snow Removal$27 - $63
- Commercial Lawn Care$720 - $1,450
Retaining Wall cost in South Dakota: common questions
How much does retaining wall cost in South Dakota?
About $33 - $61 per sq ft of wall face. The US range is $35 - $65 (HomeGuide).
Is retaining wall more expensive in South Dakota than average?
South Dakota ranks #45 of 51 for landscaping wages, so retaining wall runs 6% below the national average.
What affects retaining wall prices in South Dakota?
Wall height and length; taller walls may need engineering and permits. Material: block, natural stone, timber or poured concrete. Drainage behind the wall and soil conditions. Access for equipment and material delivery.
How do I find retaining wall companies in South Dakota?
Local Landscaping lists 15 businesses offering this service in South Dakota, including in Brandon, Rapid City, Watertown, Mitchell and 6 more. Ask each for drainage, footing depth, permits and whether an engineer is required.
Planning estimate: US range from HomeGuide (2026) adjusted for South Dakota by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS May 2025 landscaping wage. Businesses listed here have not set or confirmed these prices.