Kitchen remodel cost in South Dakota
Statewide estimate from BLS wages and BEA prices. Reviewed Nov 4, 2026.
- Statewide range (120 sq ft)
- $17,200 – $29,300
- Per sq ft
- $140 – $233
- before permit
- Versus US midpoint
- −7%
- US $25,000
- Metros covered
- 2
South Dakota prices for kitchen remodel: $17,200 to $29,300 for 120 sq ft, or $140 to $233 per sq ft without the permit. The state midpoint is 7% below the national one. Local wages for carpenters are $23.14 an hour.
Inside South Dakota, the metros we cover range from $23,300 (Rapid City) to $23,400 (Sioux Falls) at the midpoint.
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Estimated cost for 120 sq ft in South Dakota (statewide), standard level
$20,800 to $25,700
About $168 to $205 per sq ft before permits. Labor is about 18% of the bill.
| Part | Low | High |
|---|---|---|
| Materials | $16,300 | $20,000 |
| Labor | $3,800 | $4,650 |
| Permits and fees | $710 | $1,050 |
| Total | $20,800 | $25,700 |
Cost breakdown for 120 sq ft in South Dakota
| Part of the job | Low | Midpoint | High | Share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | $13,600 | $18,200 | $22,700 | 78% |
| Labor | $3,150 | $4,200 | $5,250 | 18% |
| Permits and fees | $440 | $890 | $1,350 | 4% |
| Total | $17,200 | $23,300 | $29,300 | 100% |
South Dakota versus the states around it
South Dakota ranks 47 of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) for kitchen remodel, where 1 is the most expensive. The costliest is Hawaii at $29,500 and the cheapest Arkansas at $22,500, both for 120 sq ft at the midpoint. South Dakota sits at $23,300. The five states closest by workforce center are listed below.
| State | Distance | Range | Midpoint | vs. here |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nebraska | 220 miles away | $17,200 – $29,300 | $23,300 | level |
| North Dakota | 220 miles away | $17,600 – $30,000 | $23,800 | +2% |
| Minnesota | 290 miles away | $19,200 – $32,700 | $26,000 | +12% |
| Iowa | 330 miles away | $17,400 – $29,600 | $23,500 | +1% |
| Wyoming | 350 miles away | $17,700 – $30,100 | $23,900 | +3% |
South Dakota labor market for kitchen remodel
Statewide wages come from BLS's state-level estimates, which blend big cities with small towns and rural areas. 6 trades drive the labor line for this job, and the weighted ratio against the national wage level is 0.85 for South Dakota.
For carpenters (47-2031, weighted 45%) the local median is $23.14 an hour, which is 21% below the national $29.12. The middle half of them earn between $20.29 and $28.87 an hour. BLS counts 4,560 of them working in the state, 99.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 43.1), so the local bench is deeper than average.
Electricians (47-2111), 15% of the weighting: a median of $29.51 an hour, in line with the US median of $30.38. The middle half of them earn between $23.87 and $34.83 an hour. About 2,980 work in the state. That is 65.2 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 48.7 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152, weighted 15%) the local median is $24.82 an hour, which is 19% below the national $30.67. The middle half of them earn between $22.18 and $29.83 an hour. BLS counts 1,760 of them working in the state, 38.5 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 30.0), so the local bench is deeper than average.
For tile and stone setters (47-2044, weighted 10%) the local median is $24.34 an hour, which is 9% below the national $26.77. The middle half of them earn between $23.34 and $32.61 an hour. BLS counts 30 of them working in the state, 0.7 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 2.3), so the local bench is thinner than average.
Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081), 10% of the weighting: a median of $23.49 an hour, 17% below the US median of $28.33. The middle half of them earn between $23.07 and $27.92 an hour. About 360 work in the state. That is 7.9 per 10,000 jobs, compared with 5.3 nationally, which suggests plenty of local crews to bid.
For painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141, weighted 5%) the local median is $23.15 an hour, which is in line with the national $23.75. The middle half of them earn between $19.92 and $24.73 an hour. BLS counts 670 of them working in the state, 14.6 for every 10,000 jobs (US: 14.5), so the local bench is about average.
A crew paid at the 75th percentile for carpenters ($28.87 an hour) would add about $440 to the statewide midpoint; one at the 25th percentile ($20.29) would take off about $220. Use that as a rough guide to how far a bid can sit from our midpoint on wages alone.
BLS counts 457,380 jobs across South Dakota (May 2025), which is 0.3% of US employment.
| Trade | Weight | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | US median | Ratio | Level used |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carpenters (47-2031) | 45% | $20.29 | $23.14 | $28.87 | $29.12 | 0.79 | state |
| Electricians (47-2111) | 15% | $23.87 | $29.51 | $34.83 | $30.38 | 0.97 | state |
| Plumbers, pipefitters and steamfitters (47-2152) | 15% | $22.18 | $24.82 | $29.83 | $30.67 | 0.81 | state |
| Tile and stone setters (47-2044) | 10% | $23.34 | $24.34 | $32.61 | $26.77 | 0.91 | state |
| Drywall and ceiling tile installers (47-2081) | 10% | $23.07 | $23.49 | $27.92 | $28.33 | 0.83 | state |
| Painters, construction and maintenance (47-2141) | 5% | $19.92 | $23.15 | $24.73 | $23.75 | 0.97 | state |
| Blended | 100% | 0.85 | |||||
Kitchen remodel: what moves the price in South Dakota
Scope
A full kitchen update is $15,000-$50,000, a large remodel $50,000-$70,000+, and a partial refresh $60-$150 per square foot (HomeGuide).
Cabinets
In a 10x10 kitchen, cabinets alone are $3,000-$11,000 for stock or semi-custom and up to $26,500 for fully custom.
Counters
New countertops are $50-$150 per square foot installed; HomeGuide gives $1,500-$6,000 for an average kitchen.
Structure
Moving or removing walls can need a structural engineer at $1,900-$3,700+.
Permit
Kitchen remodel permits are $500-$1,500 and are usually based on project value.
Quality levels and sizes in South Dakota
The cited range is cut into three overlapping bands (basic, standard and premium) and scaled to statewide South Dakota wages and prices. The grid prices the same bands at 4 common sizes.
Basic
$17,200 to $22,100
Update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout
Standard
$20,800 to $25,700
Full remodel, mid-range finishes, some layout changes
Premium
$24,500 to $29,300
Large or custom remodel, high-end finishes
| Size | Basic | Standard | Premium |
|---|---|---|---|
| small kitchen (100 sq ft) | $14,400 – $18,500 | $17,500 – $21,600 | $20,600 – $24,600 |
| 10x12 kitchen (120 sq ft) | $17,200 – $22,100 | $20,800 – $25,700 | $24,500 – $29,300 |
| average kitchen (200 sq ft) | $28,400 – $36,200 | $34,300 – $42,100 | $40,100 – $48,000 |
| large kitchen (300 sq ft) | $42,400 – $53,900 | $51,100 – $62,600 | $59,700 – $71,300 |
If you are planning more than one job in South Dakota
The table prices neighboring jobs at their usual sizes using statewide South Dakota wages and prices. Against national midpoints, kitchen backsplash comes out highest (−7%) and home addition lowest (−13%), because each job leans on different trades.
| Project | Size | Range | vs. US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen cabinets | 25 linear ft | $3,850 – $12,200 | −12% |
| Bathroom remodel | 45 sq ft | $4,250 – $21,100 | −9% |
| Window replacement | 10 windows | $4,100 – $13,800 | −8% |
| Home addition | 300 sq ft | $33,000 – $66,900 | −13% |
| Shower pan | 1 pan | $810 – $2,500 | −11% |
| Kitchen backsplash | 30 sq ft | $280 – $1,400 | −7% |
South Dakota metro-by-metro prices
0 of the 2 metros sit above the statewide midpoint of $23,300, and the top-to-bottom gap is 0%. Each row prices the default size with that metro's own BLS wages and BEA price levels, so the gap between rows is real local variation rather than a flat markup.
| Metro | Range (120 sq ft) | Midpoint | vs. state |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sioux Falls, SD | $17,300 – $29,500 | $23,400 | level |
| Rapid City, SD | $17,300 – $29,400 | $23,300 | level |
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Kitchen remodel in South Dakota: your questions
+How much does it cost to remodel a kitchen in South Dakota?
$17,200 to $29,300 for 120 sq ft, using statewide wages and prices. Metro areas inside South Dakota can sit above or below that.
+Which city in South Dakota is cheapest for kitchen remodel?
Rapid City at about $23,300 (midpoint, 120 sq ft). The priciest is Sioux Falls at $23,400.
+Is kitchen remodel cheaper in South Dakota than the US average?
It is 7% cheaper: $23,300 against $25,000 for 120 sq ft at the midpoint.
+What share of the price is labor in South Dakota?
About 18% ($4,200). Materials are 78%. Statewide labor for this job is weighted 0.85x the national wage level.
+What do carpenters earn in South Dakota?
The BLS statewide median is $23.14 an hour, against $29.12 for the US. The 25th to 75th percentile range is $20.29 to $28.87.
+Where does South Dakota rank for kitchen remodel costs?
47th most expensive of 51 (the 50 states plus DC) at the midpoint, $23,300 for 120 sq ft. Rank 1 is the costliest.
+What do basic and premium kitchen remodel work cost in South Dakota?
For 120 sq ft, basic work runs $17,200 to $22,100 and premium work $24,500 to $29,300. Basic means: update: cabinets, counters, flooring and lighting; same layout. Premium means: large or custom remodel, high-end finishes.
Kitchen remodel by city in South Dakota
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 a Kitchen Remodel Cost? (2026) (accessed November 4, 2026)
- Cost to Renovate: Renovation Labor Report 2026: Where the Money Goes (accessed November 4, 2026)
- BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- BEA Regional Price Parities, 2024
Note on derived figures: Materials = 70% of the low installed price and 85% of the high one, from HomeGuide's statement that professional labor is 15-30% of a kitchen remodeling budget. Cost to Renovate's mid-range kitchen split (45% labor, 50% materials) sits inside that band.