Asphalt driveway cost in Sioux Falls, SD
Local estimate from BLS wage data and BEA price levels. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Typical range (600 sq ft)
- $3,000 – $7,350
- Per sq ft
- $4.90 – $12
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −1%
- US $5,250
- Rank of 300 metros
- #143
- 1 = most expensive
An asphalt driveway in Sioux Falls, SD usually costs $3,000 to $7,350 for 600 sq ft. That works out to about $4.90 to $12 per sq ft before permits. That is within a few percent of the national midpoint, so there is little local premium or discount. Building materials run about 5% below the US average here (BEA goods price index 95.5).
Estimate your asphalt driveway cost
Pick a size, a quality level and where you live. Prices update as you type.
Estimated cost for 600 sq ft in Sioux Falls, SD, standard level
$4,300 to $6,050
About $7 to $9.80 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 43% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $2,450 | $3,200 |
| Labor | $1,750 | $2,700 |
| Permits and fees | $85 | $140 |
| Total | $4,300 | $6,050 |
Cost breakdown for 600 sq ft in Sioux Falls, SD
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $1,900 | $2,850 | $3,800 | 55% |
| Labor | $1,050 | $2,200 | $3,350 | 43% |
| Permits and fees | $45 | $110 | $180 | 2% |
| Total | $3,000 | $5,150 | $7,350 | 100% |
Why Sioux Falls prices look the way they do
We price the labor side from BLS wage data for 3 trades: paving, surfacing and tamping equipment operators at 40%, construction laborers at 30%, operating engineers and other construction equipment operators at 30%. Weighted together, Sioux Falls wages are 1.04 times the national level. Labor makes up about 43% of the midpoint estimate (41% at national prices).
Materials are scaled with BEA's regional price parity for goods. Sioux Falls is at 95.5 against 100 for the US, so a materials line of $2,950 nationally becomes $2,850 here (midpoint, 600 sq ft). Permits follow the all-items index of 90.6: $45 to $180.
Is Sioux Falls cheap or dear? The local comparison
Same job, same size (600 sq ft), priced for the nearest metros. St. Cloud is the priciest of the group at $5,650. Omaha is the cheapest at $4,900.
| Area | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SDthis page | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,150 | |
| Sioux City, IA75 miles | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,150 | level |
| Omaha, NE160 miles | $2,850 – $6,950 | $4,900 | −5% |
| St. Cloud, MN185 miles | $3,250 – $8,100 | $5,650 | +10% |
| Lincoln, NE185 miles | $2,950 – $7,150 | $5,050 | −2% |
| Des Moines, IA210 miles | $3,000 – $7,450 | $5,200 | +1% |
| South Dakota (statewide) | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,150 | level |
| United States | $3,050 – $7,400 | $5,250 | +1% |
Out of the 300 metros we cover, Sioux Falls ranks #143 for the cost of this job (#1 is the most expensive). Statewide, Sioux Falls is 0% above the South Dakota figure.
Elsewhere in South Dakota
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rapid City, SD | 73,820 jobs | $3,000 – $7,350 | $5,150 | level |
Metros of a similar size
Big cities and small ones price differently, so here is Sioux Falls against the 4 metros with the closest total employment.
| Metro | Size | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lafayette, LA | 179,570 jobs | $2,750 – $6,650 | $4,700 | −9% |
| Anchorage, AK | 177,050 jobs | $3,600 – $8,900 | $6,250 | +21% |
| Davenport, IA | 180,450 jobs | $3,050 – $7,550 | $5,300 | +3% |
| Reading, PA | 174,670 jobs | $3,100 – $7,550 | $5,350 | +3% |
Sioux Falls: what basic, standard and premium work costs
The cited range is split into basic, standard and premium bands, then scaled to Sioux Falls. Bands overlap, because plenty of standard jobs cost as much as a light premium one. Sizes run from 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft to long rural (10x100), 1,000 sq ft.
Basic
$3,000 to $4,750
New topcoat over a sound base, flat lot
Standard
$4,300 to $6,050
Full new driveway: base, 2-3 in of hot mix, edging
Premium
$5,600 to $7,350
Full tear-out and rebuild, drainage work, heavy-duty depth
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-car (12x20), 240 sq ft | $1,250 – $1,950 | $1,750 – $2,500 | $2,300 – $3,050 |
| 20x20 (400 sq ft) | $2,000 – $3,200 | $2,900 – $4,050 | $3,750 – $4,950 |
| 2-car (20x30), 600 sq ft | $3,000 – $4,750 | $4,300 – $6,050 | $5,600 – $7,350 |
| long rural (10x100), 1,000 sq ft | $4,950 – $7,800 | $7,100 – $9,950 | $9,250 – $12,100 |
Add-ons priced for Sioux Falls
Add-ons start from national price ranges and are scaled by 1.00 for Sioux Falls, which is the average of the area's wage index (1.04) and goods price index (0.95). The estimator above can add them to your total.
| Add-on | Local range |
|---|---|
| Add a sealcoat | $600 – $1,200 |
What local crews earn in Sioux Falls
The labor line is built from BLS wage data, one trade at a time. This job draws on 3 trades. We compare each trade's local median with the US median, weight the ratios by how much of the job each trade does, and apply the blend to the national labor cost. For Sioux Falls the blend is 1.04.
Paving, surfacing and tamping equipment operators (47-2071), 40% of the weighting: a median of $27.94 an hour, 9% above the US median of $25.64. The middle half of them earn between $27.73 and $33.50 an hour. About 40 work in the metro. That is 2.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 2.7 nationally, so expect fewer local crews to bid.
For construction laborers (47-2061, weighted 30%) the local median is $22.53 an hour, which is in line with the national $22.66. The middle half of them earn between $18.79 and $23.83 an hour. BLS counts 700 of them working in the area, 39.2 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 70.5), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073), 30% of the weighting: a median of $29.31 an hour, in line with the US median of $28.78. The middle half of them earn between $27.11 and $31.14 an hour. About 630 work in the metro. That is 35.3 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 30.7 nationally, so the supply of crews looks typical.
A quick sensitivity check: moving the lead trade (paving, surfacing and tamping equipment operators) from the median to the 75th percentile wage adds about $180 to the midpoint estimate; the 25th percentile takes off about $5. That is a swing of roughly 0.1% to 3.6% of the total, which is useful for judging whether a bid reflects wages or something else, such as scope or margin.
Sioux Falls has 178,590 jobs in total (BLS, May 2025), ranking 130th by size among the 300 metros on this site.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paving, surfacing and tamping equipment operators (47-2071) | 40% | $27.73 | $27.94 | $33.50 | $25.64 | 1.09 | metro |
| Construction laborers (47-2061) | 30% | $18.79 | $22.53 | $23.83 | $22.66 | 0.99 | metro |
| Operating engineers and other construction equipment operators (47-2073) | 30% | $27.11 | $29.31 | $31.14 | $28.78 | 1.02 | metro |
| Blended | 100% | 1.04 | |||||
Why two Sioux Falls quotes can differ
New versus overlay
Resurfacing an existing driveway runs $3-$7 per sq ft; a full new driveway runs $5-$12+ (HomeGuide). Tearing out and replacing one is higher still.
Base work
Four to eight inches of compacted aggregate under the asphalt is where cheap quotes cut corners. Base typically runs $1-$3 per sq ft.
Small jobs cost more per foot
Paving crews move a paver, roller and trucks to your address, so a 400 sq ft driveway carries more mobilization per square foot than a 1,000 sq ft one.
What nearby projects cost in Sioux Falls
Jobs that often go together with asphalt driveway are priced below at their usual sizes, using the same Sioux Falls wage and price inputs. Compared with national midpoints, French drain comes out highest (−2%) and concrete driveway lowest (−8%); the gap comes from the trades each job uses.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concrete driveway | 600 sq ft | $3,350 – $8,400 | −8% |
| Gravel driveway | 1,000 sq ft | $2,450 – $10,000 | −2% |
| Paver patio | 300 sq ft | $2,900 – $5,300 | −3% |
| French drain | 60 linear ft | $590 – $2,050 | −2% |
| Concrete slab | 400 sq ft | $2,250 – $4,850 | −7% |
| Concrete patio | 300 sq ft | $1,150 – $3,700 | −8% |
Sioux Falls weather and the asphalt driveway calendar
Climate numbers on this page come from NOAA's 1991-2020 U.S. Climate Normals at the nearest suitable station, Sioux Falls (5 miles from the city center). They are 30-year averages, so any one year can run hotter, colder or wetter.
For digging, grading and setting material in the ground, the comfortable months in Sioux Falls are April through October: 7 of 12. Outside them, January, February, March, November and December have an average overnight low at or below freezing (32°F).
In January, February, March, November and December the average low is at or below freezing, which means frozen ground and slower digging, compaction and sod or stone placement. NOAA counts about 162 days a year with a low at or below 32°F at this station.
Sioux Falls gets about 28 inches of precipitation in a normal year, including roughly 45 inches of snow. The wettest months are May, June and August (4.2 inches in June). Inside the workable window, September and October are the driest, at 2.7 and 2.4 inches. The station averages about 15 days a year at 90°F or above.
We do not adjust the estimate by month, because we have no reliable published data on seasonal pricing. It is still worth asking contractors whether an off-peak start date changes their bid.
| Month | Avg high °F | Avg low °F | Precip (in) | For this job |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 27 | 9 | 0.6 | Cold |
| Feb | 32 | 13 | 0.8 | Cold |
| Mar | 45 | 24 | 1.6 | Cold |
| Apr | 59 | 36 | 3.0 | Workable |
| May | 71 | 48 | 3.9 | Workable |
| Jun | 81 | 59 | 4.2 | Workable |
| Jul | 85 | 63 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Aug | 83 | 61 | 3.3 | Workable |
| Sep | 76 | 52 | 2.7 | Workable |
| Oct | 61 | 38 | 2.4 | Workable |
| Nov | 45 | 25 | 1.2 | Cold |
| Dec | 32 | 13 | 0.8 | Cold |
Get 3 local quotes
Tell us about the job and we will try to connect you with up to three local contractors for written quotes. It is free and you are under no obligation to hire. Your estimate of $4,300 to $6,050 for Sioux Falls, SD is attached.
Detailed asphalt driveway report for Sioux Falls, SD, $9
The report lays out the asphalt driveway numbers for Sioux Falls, SD line by line, with the local wage and price inputs, permit and timing notes, a quote comparison sheet and the full method. Save your estimate above, preview page 1 free, and unlock the full report for $9 one-time, or get every report with CostLocal Pro.
Asphalt driveway in Sioux Falls: your questions
+How much does it cost to pave a driveway in Sioux Falls?
For 600 sq ft, expect $3,000 to $7,350 in the Sioux Falls area. A standard-spec job lands at $4,300 to $6,050. Small jobs usually cost more per sq ft and large ones less.
+What is the price per sq ft for asphalt driveway in Sioux Falls?
About $4.90 to $12 per sq ft for materials and labor, plus $45 to $180 for the permit if one is needed. The US range is $5 to $12.
+Is asphalt driveway cheaper in Sioux Falls or Sioux City?
Sioux City is 75 miles away. The midpoint for 600 sq ft there is $5,150, which is 0% more than Sioux Falls ($5,150). Wage and materials indexes both feed that gap.
+How much of the bill is labor in Sioux Falls?
About 43% at the midpoint, or $2,200 out of $5,150. Materials are 55% and permits 2%. Nationally, labor is 41%.
+What would 2-car (20x30), 600 sq ft cost in Sioux Falls?
$3,000 to $7,350. Pick a different size in the estimator above to get your own number.
+Does asphalt driveway need a permit in Sioux Falls?
Often, but rules are set by your city or county building office, so call before you hire. Budget $45 to $180 for fees in the Sioux Falls area (our national range of $50 to $200 scaled by the local price level).
+Is Sioux Falls expensive for asphalt driveway compared with the rest of South Dakota?
Sioux Falls is 0% above the South Dakota statewide estimate ($5,150 at the midpoint). We cover 2 metros in South Dakota; see the state page to compare them.
+What do paving, surfacing and tamping equipment operators earn in Sioux Falls?
The BLS median is $27.94 an hour in the Sioux Falls area, compared with $25.64 nationally. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $27.73 to $33.50.
+What do basic and premium asphalt driveway work cost in Sioux Falls?
For 600 sq ft, basic work runs $3,000 to $4,750 and premium work $5,600 to $7,350. Basic means: new topcoat over a sound base, flat lot. Premium means: full tear-out and rebuild, drainage work, heavy-duty depth.
+When is the best time to pave a driveway in Sioux Falls?
Based on NOAA 1991-2020 normals, the comfortable months for this kind of work are April through October. September and October are typically the driest of those months. Local contractors' schedules matter as much as the weather, so book early for the busy months.
+What does "add a sealcoat" add in Sioux Falls?
$600 to $1,200 for 600 sq ft, from a national range scaled by the local wage and goods indexes.
Asphalt driveway near Sioux Falls
Where these numbers come from
Base prices are national ranges from the sources below. We scale labor by local BLS wages, materials by BEA goods prices and permits by the BEA all-items price level. Full method on the methodology page.
- HomeGuide: How Much Does Paving an Asphalt Driveway Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- PaveGauge: Asphalt Driveway Cost (2026): Price by Size (accessed November 4, 2026)
- HomeGuide: 2026 Building Permit Costs | Fees & Cost Calculator (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, 1991-2020
Note on derived figures: Materials = hot-mix asphalt ($2.30-$3.60/sq ft at 3 in) plus aggregate base ($1-$3/sq ft) from PaveGauge's component table.