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Best Electricians in Rapid City, SD (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Rapid City: Mr. Electric of the Black Hills, CR Score 95/100; 4.9★ from 290 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Swiftec Inc., posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 35.

  3. 5

    Most-reviewed: Formanek Electric, 147 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 35 ranked after Mr. Electric of the Black Hills; ranked #5.

Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

35 Rapid City electricians are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 5 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 35 rated businesses.

Top 10 electricians in Rapid City at a glance

Top 10 electricians in Rapid City at a glance
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Mr. Electric of the Black Hills954.9★ (290)Box Elder, 5 mi away24/7Overall
2Swiftec Inc.894.6★ (20)Rapid City24/7Emergencies
3Black Hills Solar, Inc.845.0★ (9)Rapid City——
4Roc Electric SD845.0★ (34)Rapid CitySat—
5Formanek Electric844.9★ (147)Rapid City—Most reviews
6Elite Electrical Service LLC835.0★ (3)Box Elder, 3 mi away24/7—
7Dales Electric835.0★ (9)Rapid City——
8Mick's Electric Inc824.8★ (118)Rapid City——
9H/N Electric Inc825.0★ (6)Rapid City——
10Sabo Electric815.0★ (4)Rapid City——

The 35 best electricians in Rapid City, ranked

Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

  2. #2 Swiftec Inc.

    Based in Rapid City

    89/100CR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews, open 24/7.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 20 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1714 Creek Dr, Rapid City, SD 57703
    View profile for Swiftec Inc.(605) 721-1193

  3. #3 Black Hills Solar, Inc.

    Based in Rapid City

    84/100CR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    1950 Samco Rd Suite 7, Rapid City, SD 57702
    View profile for Black Hills Solar, Inc.(605) 702-2510

  4. #4 Roc Electric SD

    Based in Rapid City

    84/100CR Score

    Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for Roc Electric SD(907) 371-0415

  5. #5 Formanek Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    84/100CR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 147 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 147 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1220 Creek Dr, Rapid City, SD 57703
    View profile for Formanek Electric(605) 863-1891

  7. #7 Dales Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    83/100CR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Address
    3403 Hall St, Rapid City, SD 57702
    View profile for Dales Electric(605) 342-3380

  8. #8 Mick's Electric Inc

    Based in Rapid City

    82/100CR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 118 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 118 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8 AM–4 PM · Fri 8 AM–2 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1304 Oregon St Ste 1, Rapid City, SD 57701
    View profile for Mick's Electric Inc(605) 348-2335

  9. #9 H/N Electric Inc

    Based in Rapid City

    82/100CR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    1211 E Fairmont Blvd, Rapid City, SD 57701
    View profile for H/N Electric Inc(605) 341-4594

  10. #10 Sabo Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    81/100CR Score

    Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    2320 Dyess Ave, Rapid City, SD 57701
    View profile for Sabo Electric(605) 343-8615

  11. #11 Kilowatt Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    80/100CR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 40 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2021 Marlin Dr, Rapid City, SD 57701
    View profile for Kilowatt Electric(605) 343-9686

  12. #12 One Way Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    80/100CR Score

    Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 34 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for One Way Electric(605) 252-2383

  14. #14 Bubba's Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    79/100CR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Bubba's Electric(605) 760-8854

  15. #15 Covenant Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 2.3★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    5530 Colvin Ct, Rapid City, SD 57703
    View profile for Covenant Electric(605) 545-6572

  16. #16 Simonds Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Simonds Electric(605) 787-3832

  17. #17 Electrici-D LLC

    Based in Rapid City

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Electrici-D LLC(605) 431-8761

  18. #18 Innovation Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Innovation Electric(605) 786-3873

  19. #19 American Electric Inc

    Based in Rapid City

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.6★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1525 Centre St, Rapid City, SD 57703
    View profile for American Electric Inc(605) 341-6229

  20. #20 Wires R Us Inc.

    Based in Rapid City

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7 AM–4 PM · Fri 7 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    18225 Sturgis Rd, Piedmont, SD 57769
    View profile for Wires R Us Inc.(605) 787-9473

  23. #23 Muellenberg Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    76/100CR Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1080 Kennel Dr Suite A, Rapid City, SD 57703
    View profile for Muellenberg Electric(605) 341-7577

  24. #24 Area Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    76/100CR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Area Electric(605) 202-0565

  25. #25 On Point Electric

    Based in Rapid City

    76/100CR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Electrician”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2525 W Chicago St, Rapid City, SD 57702
    View profile for On Point Electric(605) 872-0098

All 35 electricians

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #35, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.

electricians in Rapid City, ranks 26 to 35
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Live Wire Electric764.4★ (8)In Rapid City
27Buck's Electric Inc754.8★ (9)In Rapid City
28Advanced Electrical Solutions754.5★ (6)In Rapid City
29Checker Electric Inc.755.0★ (4)In Rapid City
30Lighting Maintenance Co.754.8★ (4)In Rapid City
31Beatty Electric753.3★ (7)In Rapid City
32Muth Electric Inc.743.7★ (15)5 mi
33Ace Electric744.1★ (9)7 mi
34Volt-Pro Electric735.0★ (3)In Rapid City
35All Service Electric734.6★ (11)8 mi

Also serving Rapid City

20 more electricians within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked electricians serving Rapid City
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Acme ElectricIn Rapid City
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Apex Electric & Sign5.0★ (1)In Rapid City
Big Red Electric, IncIn Rapid City
Brink Constructors3.7★ (9)In Rapid City
Buzz's Heating and Cooling LLC5.0★ (17)In Rapid City
Comfort Systems, Inc.5.0★ (1)In Rapid City
Conrad's Big "C" Electric5.0★ (2)In Rapid City
Denny's Electric5.0★ (2)In Rapid City
EPC Services CompanyIn Rapid City
Equipment Service Professionals4.3★ (6)In Rapid City
Evolution Electric LLCIn Rapid City
GenPro Energy Solutions4.5★ (37)In Rapid City
Kuhl Electric5.0★ (2)In Rapid City
Muth Electric Inc.In Rapid City
Rossknecht ElectricIn Rapid City
Rossknecht electric serviceIn Rapid City
S & D ElectricIn Rapid City
The Wire Nuts5.0★ (1)In Rapid City

How much do electricians cost in Rapid City?

National price ranges in USD, not adjusted for Rapid City. Each row names its basis and the month we checked it.

How much do electricians cost in Rapid City?
JobLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
Electrical panel upgrade$518$1,347$2,193Per panel, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national rangeOctober 2026

How to check an electrician's license in South Dakota

In South Dakota, South Dakota Electrical Commission licenses Electrical wiring and equipment work.

  1. Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
  2. Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.

No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.

Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses

How we ranked Rapid City electricians

We scored 35 Rapid City electricians on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

CR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Rapid City data
Reputation35%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Credentials15%Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2Not yet collected
Review volume10%log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-dayMeasured
Trade focus10%Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5Measured
Proximity5%1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radiusMeasured
Completeness5%Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each)Measured

Electricians in Rapid City: frequently asked questions

Who is the best electrician in Rapid City?

By CR Score, the highest-ranked electrician in Rapid City, SD is Mr. Electric of the Black Hills with a CR Score of 95/100. It has 4.9★ from 290 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Swiftec Inc. (#2) and Black Hills Solar, Inc. (#3) follow. We ranked 35 electricians on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.

How many electricians are there in Rapid City?

ContractorsRanked ranks 35 electricians serving Rapid City, SD. 30 of them are based in Rapid City; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.

Which electricians in Rapid City are open 24/7?

3 ranked electricians in Rapid City post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Mr. Electric of the Black Hills (#1), Swiftec Inc. (#2) and Elite Electrical Service LLC (#6). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.

Which electricians in Rapid City work on weekends?

5 of 35 ranked electricians post Saturday hours and 3 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Mr. Electric of the Black Hills (#1), Swiftec Inc. (#2) and Roc Electric SD (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.

How do I check an electrician's license in South Dakota?

In South Dakota, South Dakota Electrical Commission handles licensing and covers Electrical wiring and equipment work.

How much does electrical panel upgrade cost in Rapid City?

Electrical panel upgrade typically costs $518 to $2,193, with $1,347 typical (Per panel, installed; typical range of customer-reported jobs. US national range). This is a national range, not adjusted for Rapid City. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.

What Google rating do Rapid City electricians have?

The median Google rating among 35 rated electricians in Rapid City is 4.9★, with a median of 10 reviews. Mr. Electric of the Black Hills has the most, 290 reviews, and ranks #1. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does ContractorsRanked rank electricians?

Each electrician gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Update log for Rapid City

  1. October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 35 electricians serving Rapid City.

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