Yes, sales taxes in South Dakota can add up to 10%

By: Seth Tupper

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: April 28, 2026

Words: 821

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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When the governor challenged a gaggle of journalists recently, I felt obligated to respond.

The topic was taxation — specifically, criticism the governor is suffering for signing three bills into law that allow for new or higher sales taxes.

Two of the laws use revenue from a higher state sales tax rate and an optional county sales tax to reduce property taxes for homeowners. The third creates a sales tax that cities can use …

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