South Dakota Paycheck Calculator
2026 tax year · Figures checked October 2, 2026
On a $60,000 salary in South Dakota, take-home pay is about $50,390 a year, or $1,938.08 every two weeks, after federal taxes.
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Take-home pay: $1,938.08 every two weeks
| Per paycheck | Per year | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross pay | $2,307.69 | $60,000.00 |
| Federal income tax | −$193.08 | −$5,020.00 |
| Social Security | −$143.08 | −$3,720.00 |
| Medicare | −$33.46 | −$870.00 |
| Take-home pay | $1,938.08 | $50,390.00 |
How South Dakota taxes your paycheck
South Dakota has no state income tax on wages.
Federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of every paycheck as well.
Source: South Dakota's official tax guidance, checked October 2, 2026.
Take-home pay in South Dakota by wage
| Pay | State taxes | Take-home a year | Per paycheck |
|---|---|---|---|
| $15 an hour | $0.00 | $27,249.20 | $1,048.05 |
| $20 an hour | $0.00 | $35,605.60 | $1,369.45 |
| $25 an hour | $0.00 | $43,962.00 | $1,690.85 |
| $30 an hour | $0.00 | $52,318.40 | $2,012.25 |
| $40 an hour | $0.00 | $67,361.20 | $2,590.82 |
| $50,000 a year | $0.00 | $42,355.00 | $1,629.04 |
| $60,000 a year | $0.00 | $50,390.00 | $1,938.08 |
| $75,000 a year | $0.00 | $61,592.50 | $2,368.94 |
| $100,000 a year | $0.00 | $79,180.00 | $3,045.38 |
| $125,000 a year | $0.00 | $96,703.50 | $3,719.37 |
| $150,000 a year | $0.00 | $113,791.00 | $4,376.58 |
Single filer, standard Form W-4, paid every two weeks; hourly wages assume 40 hours a week. State taxes are income tax plus payroll deductions.
South Dakota vs. neighboring states
| State | State taxes | Take-home a year |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $0 | $50,390 |
| Wyoming | $0 | $50,390 |
| North Dakota | $46 | $50,344 |
| Iowa | $1,746 | $48,644 |
| Montana | $2,063 | $48,327 |
| Nebraska | $2,124 | $48,266 |
| Minnesota | $3,181 | $47,209 |
Take-home pay on a $60,000 salary, single filer, highest first.
Frequently asked questions
Does South Dakota have a state income tax?
No. South Dakota has no state income tax on wages. Only federal income tax, Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%) come out of your paycheck.
How much is $60,000 a year after taxes in South Dakota?
About $50,390 a year, or $1,938.08 every two weeks, for a single filer with a standard Form W-4 (2026).
What payroll taxes do South Dakota employees pay?
South Dakota has no employee payroll deductions such as disability or paid leave insurance, so the only payroll taxes are federal: Social Security (6.2%) and Medicare (1.45%).
What does this estimate leave out?
It leaves out tax credits, itemized deductions and extra withholding you ask for on your W-4. Your actual tax for the year is settled when you file your return.