2026 South Dakota governor's race

Incumbent: Larry Rhoden (Republican)

Larry RhodenRepublican Party (United States)95%

TDToby DoedenRepublican Party (United States)95%

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Recent polls

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Emerson College Polling/KELOLANDJul 13Rhoden 62 – Doeden 32

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The betting line

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Declared candidates

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Larry Rhoden
Republican Party (United States) · Incumbent
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Dan Ahlers
Democratic Party (United States)
Dusty Johnson
Republican Party (United States)
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