Concrete Patio Cost in Sioux Falls, SD (2026)

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Concrete Patio Cost in Sioux Falls, SD (2026)
BLS OEWS 2025 wage data · updated August 2026
Sioux Falls · per sq ft
$6.52 – $14.89

Concrete Patio costs $6.52 to $14.89 per sq ft in Sioux Falls in 2026. For a 400 sq ft project, expect $2,606 – $5,958 installed, typically near $4,282. That is essentially in line with the South Dakota average.

Typical sq ft
$10.71
vs state average
In line
Local construction wage
$27.23
Frost depth
48 in

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Estimated installed cost

Planning estimate. Wage index applies to the labor share only; materials held at national prices. Get three written quotes.

How Sioux Falls compares with the rest of South Dakota

Construction wages in Sioux Falls average $27.23 per hour against $26.41 statewide, so pricing tracks the South Dakota norm closely.

Labor is about 52% of the installed cost on this type of work, and it is the part that actually moves between markets. Materials are priced by national manufacturers and barely shift, which is why the gap between metros is narrower than wage differences alone suggest.

Concrete Patio cost by project size in Sioux Falls

Project sizeSioux Falls rangeTypical
100 sq ft$652 – $1,489$1,071
200 sq ft$1,303 – $2,979$2,141
300 sq ft$1,955 – $4,468$3,212
400 sq ft$2,606 – $5,958$4,282
600 sq ft$3,910 – $8,936$6,423
800 sq ft$5,213 – $11,915$8,564
1,000 sq ft$6,516 – $14,894$10,705
1,500 sq ft$9,774 – $22,341$16,058

Where the money goes

For a 400 sq ft project in Sioux Falls at roughly $4,282, a typical bill splits like this:

Line itemShareCost
Labor52%$2,227
Materials34%$1,456
Site prep & equipment8%$343
Overhead, disposal & finishing6%$257

Sioux Falls compared with other South Dakota markets

AreaCost per sq ftvs Sioux Falls
East South Dakota nonmetropolitan area$6.36 – $14.54−2%
Rapid City$6.42 – $14.67−2%
West South Dakota nonmetropolitan area$6.28 – $14.35−4%
South Dakota average$6.42 – $14.68−1%

Ground conditions and code in Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls sits in IECC zone 6-7 (cold) with a design frost depth of about 48 inches. Footings and posts must extend below that line, which adds excavation depth and concrete volume that warm-climate estimates leave out.

Permits in Sioux Falls

A residential permit for this work typically runs around $250 in South Dakota. Permit cost is rarely included in a contractor quote, so budget it separately and confirm scope with the Sioux Falls building department before work begins.

Hiring in Sioux Falls

Get three written, itemised quotes from licensed and insured contractors, each specifying the same scope and grade of material. Ask for local references and check the licence is current in South Dakota.

Frequently asked questions

How much does concrete patio cost in Sioux Falls?

In 2026, concrete patio costs $6.52 to $14.89 per sq ft in Sioux Falls. For a 400 sq ft project, the installed total typically lands between $2,606 and $5,958.

Is Sioux Falls more expensive than the rest of South Dakota?

Not meaningfully. Sioux Falls prices track the South Dakota average closely.

Do I need a permit in Sioux Falls?

Most work of this type and value requires a permit. Budget around $250 in South Dakota and allow extra time for review in metro jurisdictions.

How do I compare quotes in Sioux Falls?

Get three written, itemised quotes covering identical scope and materials. A bid far below the others usually signals a reduced specification rather than better value.

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Methodology. Local pricing applies the Sioux Falls construction wage from the BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (2025 release, $27.23/hr) to the labor share of a national 2026 cost baseline. Materials are held at national prices. Figures refresh automatically with each BLS release. Planning estimates, not quotes. See our full methodology.

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