South Dakota Income Tax Calculator

Estimate your South Dakota income tax burden

Updated for 2023 tax year on Dec 8, 2023

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South Dakota state taxes

South Dakota income taxes

South Dakota is one of the few states that do not levy a state income tax. This means residents can enjoy their full wages without the deductions a state income tax would impose.

South Dakota does not impose a local income tax. However, employers must pay a state unemployment insurance tax. The rate for this tax varies based on the employer’s industry and experience with unemployment claims.

As South Dakota does not impose a state income tax, it does not offer a standard deduction or personal exemptions.

South Dakota sales tax

The sales tax in South Dakota stands at 4.5%. However, municipalities have the option to impose additional local sales taxes, which can increase the total sales tax rate to as high as 6.5%.

South Dakota property tax

Property tax rates in South Dakota are relatively high compared to other states, with homeowners paying an average of 1.32% of their home’s assessed value in property taxes. The exact rate can vary depending on the county and city of residence.

South Dakota capital gains tax

Given that South Dakota does not impose a state income tax, it also does not levy a state-level capital gains tax. This is a significant benefit for investors living in the state.

South Dakota gas tax

The gas tax in South Dakota is 30 cents per gallon.

South Dakota tobacco tax

South Dakota’s tobacco tax stands at $1.53 per pack of 20 cigarettes, significantly higher than many other states.

South Dakota insurance tax

Insurance companies in South Dakota must pay a 2.5% tax on net premiums written in the state.

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