Minimum Wage in South Dakota
The current South Dakota minimum wage, the tipped wage, scheduled increases and overtime rules, from the official source.
Short answer: $11.85 per hour for non-tipped employees, effective January 1, 2026. The rate is adjusted every January 1 for the cost of living and can never go down. SDCL ch. 60-11
| Minimum wage | $11.85 per hour for non-tipped employees, effective January 1, 2026. The rate is adjusted every January 1 for the cost of living and can never go down. Scheduled change: $12.30 per hour starting January 1, 2027. Source: SDCL ch. 60-11 |
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| Tipped minimum wage | $5.925 per hour cash wage for tipped employees (2026). The employer must make sure tips plus cash wage reach the full minimum wage and must keep a record of all tips employees receive. Scheduled change: $6.15 per hour starting January 1, 2027. Source: SDCL ch. 60-11 |
| Overtime | South Dakota has no state overtime or comp time law. Follows the federal FLSA (time and one-half after 40 hours in a workweek for covered, non-exempt employees). Source: DLR guidance |
Where to get help in South Dakota
- South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation (DLR), Division of Labor and Management
- File a complaint or claim
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- Paid Sick Leave in South Dakota
- Non-Compete Agreements in South Dakota
- All South Dakota employment law rules
FAQ
What is the minimum wage in South Dakota?
$11.85 per hour for non-tipped employees, effective January 1, 2026. The rate is adjusted every January 1 for the cost of living and can never go down.
What is the tipped minimum wage in South Dakota?
$5.925 per hour cash wage for tipped employees (2026). The employer must make sure tips plus cash wage reach the full minimum wage and must keep a record of all tips employees receive.
What are the overtime rules in South Dakota?
South Dakota has no state overtime or comp time law. Follows the federal FLSA (time and one-half after 40 hours in a workweek for covered, non-exempt employees).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.