South Dakota Bonus Tax Calculator (2026)
South Dakota has no state income tax, so a bonus has only federal income tax (22%) and FICA withheld.
South Dakota rules for bonuses
No state income tax on wages.
South Dakota is one of seven states that does not impose a state income tax.
Take-home bonus by amount
| Bonus | Federal (22%) | FICA | State | Take-home |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $1,000 | $220 | $77 | $0 | $704 |
| $2,500 | $550 | $191 | $0 | $1,759 |
| $5,000 | $1,100 | $383 | $0 | $3,518 |
| $10,000 | $2,200 | $765 | $0 | $7,035 |
| $20,000 | $4,400 | $1,530 | $0 | $14,070 |
| $50,000 | $11,000 | $3,825 | $0 | $35,175 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is the bonus tax rate in South Dakota?
South Dakota has no state income tax on wages, so only federal income tax (22%) and FICA (7.65%) are withheld from a bonus.
How much of a $10,000 bonus do I keep in South Dakota?
About $7,035 for a single filer earning $85,000: $2,200 federal, $765 Social Security and Medicare.
Will I get some of the bonus tax back?
Possibly. The 22% federal rate is only withholding. At tax time your bonus is taxed at your bracket (22% at this salary).