Concrete prices in South Dakota

Concrete in South Dakota typically costs $105–$129 per cubic yard in 2026 — 11.9% below the U.S. range of $119–$147. South Dakota ranks 49 of 51 from most to least expensive.

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Ready-mix material cost

$823–$957

  • Concrete needed5.43 cubic yards
  • Short-load fee included$254
  • Installed slab (labor + material)$1,762–$3,524
  • Area400 ft²

Estimates only. Round up when you order, and confirm structural details with your local building code.

Typical concrete costs in South Dakota

ItemSD typical range
Ready-mix, per cubic yard (10+ yd³ order)$105–$129
Ready-mix, per cubic yard (short load under 10 yd³)$152–$176
10 × 10 ft patio, 4 in (1.4 yd³ with waste) (short-load fee included)$212–$247
20 × 20 ft slab, 4 in (5.4 yd³ with waste) (short-load fee included)$818–$951
24 × 24 ft garage slab, 6 in (11.7 yd³ with waste)$1,227–$1,515
Installed slab, per ft² (labor + material)$4.40–$8.81
Installed 20 × 20 ft slab$1,762–$3,524

South Dakota vs. neighboring states

StateTypical per cubic yardvs. U.S.
South Dakota$105–$129−11.9%
North Dakota$105–$130−11.4%
Iowa$106–$130−11.2%
Montana$107–$133−9.8%
Nebraska$108–$133−9.6%
Wyoming$108–$134−9.2%
Minnesota$117–$145−1.6%

What affects the price

Ready-mix prices depend on cement and aggregate costs, the distance from the batch plant, the mix strength (PSI) and additives, and how much you order — loads under 10 cubic yards carry a short-load fee.

The numbers on this page are estimates for planning. They take a national 2026 price range and scale it by South Dakota's overall price level (88.1 against a U.S. average of 100). Prices within the state can differ a lot between a metro area and a rural county.

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