1960 South Dakota gubernatorial election

The 1960 South Dakota gubernatorial election was held on November 8, 1960.

Incumbent Democratic Governor Ralph Herseth was defeated by Republican nominee Archie M. Gubbrud, who won 50.73% of the vote.

Primary elections
Primary elections were held on June 7, 1960.

Candidates

 * Ralph Herseth, incumbent Governor

Candidates

 * Archie M. Gubbrud, Speaker of the South Dakota House of Representatives

Candidates

 * Ralph Herseth, Democratic
 * Archie M. Gubbrud, Republican