South Dakota cost guide
Xeriscaping cost in South Dakota
Quick answer
Xeriscaping in South Dakota costs an estimated $4.70 - $19 per sq ft. 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)
- $4.70 - $19
- Typical
- -
- vs US average
- -6%
- Rank (1 = priciest)
- #45 of 51
Estimates compiled .
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Estimated cost in South Dakota: $1,410 - $5,640 (300 square feet at per sq ft)
Planning estimate only. Confirm with written quotes.
What affects xeriscaping prices in South Dakota
- Area converted and how much existing turf is removed.
- Plant choices, rock and mulch materials.
- Drip irrigation for establishment.
- Local water-utility rebates that can offset turf removal.
- Local labor costs: South Dakota landscaping wages are 6% below the national average, and labor is about 45% of this job's price.
How South Dakota compares
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
- Retaining Wall$33 - $61
- French Drain$9.26 - $32
- Landscape Lighting$76 - $285
- Snow Removal$27 - $63
- Commercial Lawn Care$720 - $1,450
Xeriscaping cost in South Dakota: common questions
How much does xeriscaping cost in South Dakota?
About $4.70 - $19 per sq ft. The US range is $5 - $20 (Fixr).
Is xeriscaping more expensive in South Dakota than average?
South Dakota ranks #45 of 51 for landscaping wages, so xeriscaping runs 6% below the national average.
What affects xeriscaping prices in South Dakota?
Area converted and how much existing turf is removed. Plant choices, rock and mulch materials. Drip irrigation for establishment. Local water-utility rebates that can offset turf removal.
How do I find xeriscaping companies in South Dakota?
Browse landscapers in South Dakota and ask each for plant list, drip irrigation and whether the work qualifies for a local rebate.
Planning estimate: US range from Fixr (2025) 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.