Chris Karr won the race for State Senate, District 11 in the November 3, 2026 election, with 4,209 votes (50.2%), according to unofficial results from South Dakota Secretary of State.
Aaron Matson received 4,175 votes (49.8%). The margin was 34 votes, or 0.4 percentage points. That is close enough that the certified count could still differ.
The election office reported 671 of 671 precincts reporting. In all, 8,384 votes were counted in this race. Chris Karr is the incumbent.
Full results
| Candidate | Party | Votes | Share |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chris Karr (won) | Republican | 4,209 | 50.2% |
| Aaron Matson | Democratic | 4,175 | 49.8% |
What the job involves
Members of the state legislature write and vote on state laws and the state budget, including school funding and the rules cities and counties work under.
What Chris Karr said during the campaign
- Taxes and government: He says he has supported legislation to cut taxes, shrink government, protect families, and defend constitutional rights, and that he prioritizes efficient use of taxpayer dollars. (Chris Karr campaign website)
- Legislative conduct: He says he aims to conduct the Senate chamber with respect, civility, and professionalism. (Chris Karr campaign website)
What happens next
These results are unofficial. They become final when election officials certify them at the canvass, and totals can still change a little as remaining mailed and provisional ballots are counted.
Every race in Sioux Falls is on our election results page. More about Chris Karr is on their candidate page.
