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Governor of South Dakota
Results updated Nov 7, 1:00 AM ET
Larry Rhoden (Republican) has been governor of South Dakota since January 25, 2025. Larry Rhoden won re-election in 2026.
| Governor | Larry Rhoden (R) |
|---|---|
| In office since | January 25, 2025 |
| Current term ends | 2027 |
| Next election | 2030 |
2026 governor's race
Called
| Candidate | Vote | Votes |
|---|---|---|
| Larry Rhoden (R) | 63.5% | 193,334 |
| Dan Ahlers (D) | 36.5% | 111,161 |
79% of the expected vote counted. Vote counts are unofficial until certified.
PoliGov's final forecast gave Dan Ahlers a <1% chance and Larry Rhoden a >99% chance (Safe R).
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