Minimum wage lookup - 2026
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Minimum wage rates are updated annually. Some cities and counties have local minimum wages higher than the state rate. Always verify current rates with your state labor department.
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South Dakota minimum wage - 2026
Official rates sourced from the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation
South Dakota minimum wage overview
South Dakota voters approved a 2014 ballot initiative increasing the minimum wage and indexing it to inflation. South Dakota's minimum wage adjusts annually. South Dakota applies a tip credit.
South Dakota's inflation indexing was approved by voters in 2014 alongside the initial increase. An attempt by the legislature to remove the inflation indexing was blocked by a voter referendum. South Dakota prohibits local minimum wage ordinances.
Governing law
South Dakota minimum wage is governed by South Dakota Codified Laws SDCL 60-11-3 (SDCL § 60-11-3). This statute establishes the minimum hourly wage that South Dakota employers must pay covered employees.
The official authority for minimum wage enforcement in South Dakota is the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation. For official rate verification or to report a minimum wage violation, contact the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation directly.
What if my employer pays less than minimum wage?
If your employer is paying you less than the South Dakota minimum wage of $11.20 per hour, you have the right to file a wage claim with the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation. You may be entitled to recover back wages plus penalties. Most states allow you to recover unpaid wages going back 2-3 years. You can also file a complaint with the federal U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division which enforces the federal minimum wage under the FLSA.
Data source: South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation and SDCL § 60-11-3. Last verified: Jan 2026. Minimum wage rates can change - always verify the current rate with the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation before making employment decisions.