These are the general-election candidates on South Dakota's ballot for November 3, 2026, by office and party, following the state's primary. This guide covers statewide offices and U.S. House races. It is nonpartisan and factual. See the South Dakota 2026 overview for the fuller picture.
Governor of South Dakota
Larry Rhoden RepublicanIncumbent
Dan Ahlers Democratic
U.S. Senate
Mike Rounds RepublicanIncumbent
Brian Bengs Independent
Lieutenant Governor
Tony Venhuizen RepublicanIncumbent
Secretary of State
Terrence Davis Democratic
Heather Baxter Republican
Tamara Lesnar Libertarian
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
Attorney General
Lance Russell Republican
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
Treasurer
Margaret Kuipers Democratic
Melissa Hull Republican
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
Auditor
Tom Cool Democratic
Catherine Barranco Republican
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
Commissioner of School and Public Lands
Brock Greenfield RepublicanIncumbent
Raeann Mettler Democratic
U.S. House, At-Large
Nikki Gronli Democratic
Marty Jackley Republican
Open seat, no incumbent is running.
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Also on the South Dakota ballot
Beyond the statewide and congressional races above, South Dakota voters also decide state legislative races and county and municipal offices, which appear on local ballots, along with any statewide ballot measures.
How to vote in South Dakota
The general election is November 3, 2026. On Election Day, polls in South Dakota are open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST (MST in parts of the state). Confirm your registration, polling place, and mail-ballot options at Vote.org and your state election office. Getting your supporters to turn out is what decides the closest races.
Frequently asked questions
Who is running in South Dakota in 2026?
Governor: Larry Rhoden (Republican), Dan Ahlers (Democratic). U.S. Senate: Mike Rounds (Republican), Brian Bengs (Independent). Every voter also decides state legislative and local races on their ballot.
What time do polls open and close in South Dakota on Election Day?
On Election Day, polls in South Dakota are open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST (MST in parts of the state).
When is the South Dakota election in 2026?
The general election is November 3, 2026, following the state's 2026 primary.
Candidate information reflects the general-election ballot as of the date above, drawn from nonpartisan sources including The Green Papers and state election authorities. Verify the final ballot with your local election office.
Keep reading: South Dakota 2026 elections and the 2026 midterms are a turnout election.