The South Dakota minimum wage for 2026 is $11.85 per hour. Adjusted annually for inflation each January 1.
South Dakota allows a tip credit. Tipped cash wage is $5.93 (half the minimum).
Wage rates for 2026
Overtime & premium pay
| Type | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Weekly | 40 hours (1.5x) |
South Dakota adjusts the minimum wage annually for inflation.
Related labor laws in South Dakota
Paid sick leave
Not required by state law.
Overtime
Overtime is required after 40 hours (1.5x) in a week. South Dakota adjusts the minimum wage annually for inflation.
Pay frequency & final paycheck
Rules for how often employees must be paid and when a final paycheck is due vary. Confirm the current requirements with the South Dakota Department of Labor.
Meal & rest breaks
Whether a meal break or paid rest break is required, and whether that time is paid, follows South Dakota and federal rules.
Time off to vote
Whether employees get time off to vote, and whether it is paid, is set by state election law.
Jury duty
Your job is protected during jury service. Whether the employer must pay you depends on the state.
Bereavement leave
Only six states require bereavement or funeral leave. Many employers offer it voluntarily.
As of 2026, no city or county in South Dakota sets a minimum wage above the state rate, so the statewide $11.85 applies everywhere.