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, Gubbrud defeated Herseth again 2 years later.
Primary elections Primary elections were held on June 7, 1960.
Democratic primary Candidates Ralph Herseth, incumbent Governor
Results
Republican primary Candidates Archie M. Gubbrud, Speaker of the South Dakota House of Representatives
Results
General election Candidates Ralph Herseth, Democratic Archie M. Gubbrud, Republican
Results
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