South Dakota Income Tax Calculator
South Dakota does not levy a state personal income tax on wages.
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1/5 addedSouth Dakota state tax brackets
| Taxable income | Rate |
|---|---|
| $0 – ∞ | 0% |
Take-home pay in South Dakota at different incomes
2026 estimates for a single filer with wage income: federal income tax, South Dakota income tax, and Social Security and Medicare (FICA). Self-employment tax, local taxes and state payroll taxes are not included.
| Gross salary | Federal tax | South Dakota tax | FICA | Total rate | Take-home / year | Take-home / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $25,000 | $890 | $0 | $1,913 | 11.2% | $22,198 | $1,850 |
| $50,000 | $3,820 | $0 | $3,825 | 15.3% | $42,355 | $3,530 |
| $100,000 | $13,170 | $0 | $7,650 | 20.8% | $79,180 | $6,598 |
| $200,000 | $36,734 | $0 | $14,339 | 25.5% | $148,927 | $12,411 |
How South Dakota taxes your income
South Dakota does not tax wages at the state level, so your wage income is subject to federal income tax and payroll tax only. States without an income tax generally raise revenue through other taxes, such as sales or property tax, which this calculator does not cover.
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South Dakota income tax FAQ
What is the South Dakota state income tax rate for 2026?+
South Dakota has no state income tax on wages in 2026.
How much tax would I pay on $50,000 in South Dakota?+
For a single filer earning $50,000 in wages, our estimate is $3,820 federal income tax, $0 South Dakota income tax and $3,825 Social Security and Medicare tax, a combined 15.3%, leaving about $42,355 a year ($3,530 a month).
Does South Dakota have a state income tax?+
No. South Dakota does not tax wage income at the state level. Federal income tax and Social Security and Medicare tax still apply.
Does this calculator include Social Security and Medicare tax?+
The take-home table does: 6.2% Social Security on wages up to $184,500 plus 1.45% Medicare, and an extra 0.9% Medicare above $200,000. The interactive calculator above shows income tax only. Self-employment tax is not included.
How accurate is this South Dakota estimate?+
It is a planning estimate for a single filer. State brackets come from the Tax Foundation's 2026 table (published February 2026), updated for later rate changes we could confirm, and we do not model credits or most phase-outs. Confirm with the South Dakota revenue department before filing.