South Dakota cost guide
Tree Removal cost in South Dakota
Quick answer
Tree Removal in South Dakota costs an estimated $355 - $1,050 per tree removed, about $760 typical. That is 11% below the national average, because landscaping workers in South Dakota earn $17.60 an hour versus $20.33 nationally (BLS May 2025).
- Estimate (per tree removed)
- $355 - $1,050
- Typical
- $760
- vs US average
- -11%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #45 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in South Dakota: $360 - $1,070 (1 trees at per tree removed)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects tree removal prices in South Dakota
- Tree height and trunk diameter.
- How close the tree is to the house, wires or fences.
- Whether stump grinding and wood haul-away are included.
- Tree condition: dead or storm-damaged trees can be riskier to take down.
- Local labor costs: South Dakota landscaping wages are 11% below the national average, and labor is about 80% of this job's price.
How South Dakota compares
Tree Removal 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
- 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
- Retaining Wall$33 - $61
- French Drain$9.26 - $32
- Landscape Lighting$76 - $285
- Xeriscaping$4.70 - $19
- Snow Removal$27 - $63
- Commercial Lawn Care$720 - $1,450
Tree Removal cost in South Dakota: common questions
How much does tree removal cost in South Dakota?
About $355 - $1,050 per tree removed, $760 typical. The US range is $400 - $1,200 (HomeGuide).
Is tree removal more expensive in South Dakota than average?
South Dakota ranks #45 of 51 for landscaping wages, so tree removal runs 11% below the national average.
What affects tree removal prices in South Dakota?
Tree height and trunk diameter. How close the tree is to the house, wires or fences. Whether stump grinding and wood haul-away are included. Tree condition: dead or storm-damaged trees can be riskier to take down.
How do I find tree removal companies in South Dakota?
Local Landscaping lists 71 businesses offering this service in South Dakota, including in Rapid City, Sioux Falls, Aberdeen, Brookings and 8 more. Ask each for stump grinding, debris removal, insurance and whether a permit is needed.
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.