What does a certified death certificate usually cost in South Dakota?

$15 per copy. Last checked 2026-08-29. Confirm the current fee on the official office site before you pay.

Where do I order a death certificate if the death was in South Dakota?

South Dakota Vital Records. Confirm current fees before mailing. Official office: https://doh.sd.gov/vital-records/.

South Dakota Vital Records

The online vendor is VitalChek, used by many agencies. You pay the state fee plus their convenience and shipping. This desk does not take a cut.

Immediate family or a legal representative.

State office in Pierre. Register of deeds may help locally.

Confirm current fees before mailing.

Confirm fees on the official site

Last checked August 29, 2026