State guide · Facts checked October 24, 2026
Gold IRA Companies in South Dakota
Federal rules treat every gold IRA the same — the real differences between states sit at the edges, and they are real money. On the way in: South Dakota waives sales tax on qualifying bullion outright — purchases of any size go untaxed. On the way out: South Dakota levies no state income tax, so IRA distributions leave the account state-tax-free.
Below you'll find the ten companies our desk rates, the sourcing behind each South Dakota fact (state revenue publications, with check dates), and where approved storage sits. Where a rule is in flux, we say so on the page.
Rated gold IRA companies serving South Dakota
Scores come from our national comparison (five weighted criteria, published methodology). State changes what you pay around the purchase — not the service quality you should expect.
| Company | Overall | Fees | Feedback | Min. investment | HQ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Noble Gold Investments | 4.1 | 3.5 | 4.5 | Varies — see review | Encino, California (16830 Ventura Blvd, Suite 326) [verify — many readers assume Texas because of the company's Texas depository marketing] |
| GoldStar Trust | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.0 | N/A (custodian) | Amarillo, TX |
| Augusta Precious Metals | 4.0 | 3.0 | 4.5 | $50,000 for cash or IRA purchases | Casper, WY [verify — BBB profile lists a Beverly Hills, CA address] |
| Advantage Gold | 3.9 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $10,000–$25,000 | Austin, TX |
| Birch Gold Group | 3.9 | 3.5 | 3.5 | $5,000 recommended minimum | 309 Court Avenue, Suite 809, Des Moines, IA 50309 [verify — historically associated with Beverly Hills, CA] |
| Goldco | 3.9 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $25,000 generally required for gold IRA… | Woodland Hills, CA |
| American Hartford Gold | 3.8 | 3.5 | 4.0 | $10,000 for a Gold IRA | Los Angeles, CA |
| Lear Capital | 3.3 | 3.0 | 3.5 | $10,000 for a Gold IRA | Los Angeles, CA |
| Preserve Gold | 3.2 | 3.0 | 3.5 | $10,000–$25,000 | Woodland Hills, California |
| Regal Assets | 1.3 | 2.0 | 1.0 | $5,000 | Burbank, CA |
Scale 1–5. Criteria and caps: methodology.
Buying bullion in South Dakota: sales tax
South Dakota exempts coins, currency and bullion from state sales tax with no purchase threshold or purity condition (SDCL §10-45-110); jewelry and non-qualifying collectibles remain taxable.
Source: South Dakota Codified Laws §10-45-110 · checked October 24, 2026
Taking distributions in South Dakota
South Dakota levies no state income tax — IRA distributions are not taxed at the state level.
Source: South Dakota Department of Revenue · checked October 24, 2026
Storing IRA metals: South Dakota options
IRS rules bar self-storage: your metals sit with an approved depository your custodian uses. Storage choice affects fees and logistics more than most buyers expect — here is what South Dakota investors actually use:
| Facility | Location | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Delaware Depository Service Company | Wilmington, DE | National default vault for South Dakota IRA investors. |
| Brink's global vault networkunconfirmed | Nationwide (regional vaults) | Regional storage hubs; confirm current IRA storage with your custodian. |
South Dakota cities
City guides for South Dakota's largest cities are in preparation and publish only once their local data — dealers, local tax rules, storage logistics — is verified. The state guide above already covers bullion sales tax, distribution tax and storage statewide.