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South Dakota: state eitc

Whether your state adds its own earned income tax credit on top of the federal EITC, how much, and whether it is refundable.

Single detailed source

State EITC?	No
Size of the credit	—
Refundable?	—

Most state credits are a percentage of the federal EITC you claim. A refundable credit is paid to you even if you owe no state tax. Claim it on your state return.

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How South Dakota compares

19 of 51 states and DC share this answer (No): Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Kentucky, Mississippi, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Texas, West Virginia, Wyoming.

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How we checked this

Credits come from the National Conference of State Legislatures' state EITC table (May 2026), updated for 2026 changes in Oregon and Montana. Last checked: November 12, 2026. Laws change; confirm with the state agency or a licensed professional before acting.

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