South Dakota Consumer Complaints
Consumers in South Dakota have filed 6,362 complaints with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. Below is a breakdown by product, company, and specific issue.
Data last updated: Apr 16, 2026Key Takeaways
- 6,362 total complaints from South Dakota.
- 6.9 complaints per 1,000 residents.
- Top complaint category: Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports.
- Most-complained-about company: Equifax, Inc..
Complaints by Product in South Dakota
Financial product categories with the most complaints from South Dakota consumers. Click a product to see the detailed breakdown for this state.
| Product | Complaints | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports | 2,258 | 35.5% |
| Debt collection | 925 | 14.5% |
| Credit reporting, credit repair services, or other personal consumer reports | 725 | 11.4% |
| Mortgage | 427 | 6.7% |
| Credit card | 392 | 6.2% |
| Checking or savings account | 383 | 6.0% |
| Credit card or prepaid card | 254 | 4.0% |
| Student loan | 229 | 3.6% |
| Money transfer, virtual currency, or money service | 170 | 2.7% |
| Credit reporting | 161 | 2.5% |
| Vehicle loan or lease | 119 | 1.9% |
| Bank account or service | 103 | 1.6% |
| Consumer Loan | 63 | 1.0% |
| Payday loan, title loan, personal loan, or advance loan | 52 | 0.8% |
| Payday loan, title loan, or personal loan | 40 | 0.6% |
| Prepaid card | 32 | 0.5% |
| Debt or credit management | 11 | 0.2% |
| Payday loan | 11 | 0.2% |
| Money transfers | 5 | 0.1% |
| Other financial service | 2 | 0.0% |
Most-Complained-About Companies in South Dakota
These companies receive the most complaints from consumers in South Dakota.
Common Issues in South Dakota
File a Complaint in South Dakota
If you're having an issue with a financial company in South Dakota, you have several options:
- CFPB: File online at consumerfinance.gov/complaint
- South Dakota Attorney General: Contact your state AG's consumer protection division
- Legal help: Find free legal aid in South Dakota
Frequently Asked Questions
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How many consumer complaints have been filed in South Dakota?
6,362 consumer complaints from South Dakota have been filed with the CFPB. This represents a per-capita rate of 6.9 complaints per 1,000 residents.
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What is the most common complaint in South Dakota?
The most common product category for complaints in South Dakota is Credit reporting or other personal consumer reports with 2,258 complaints.
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Which company gets the most complaints in South Dakota?
Equifax, Inc. leads with 938 complaints from South Dakota consumers. View their full complaint profile.
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How do I file a consumer complaint in South Dakota?
You can file a complaint with the CFPB at consumerfinance.gov/complaint, or contact the South Dakota Attorney General's consumer protection division.
Source: Consumer Financial Protection Bureau — Consumer Complaint Database. Accessed April 2026.