South Carolina Lottery COVID-19 update
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, operating hours for South Carolina Lottery offices and the claiming process may change at any time. While we are continually monitoring the latest updates provided by the lottery operators, we recommend that you contact your local lottery office to get the most up-to-date information before claiming a prize. We appreciate your patience during this time.
Games
| Game Name | Prize Type | Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Pick 3 Midday | Top Prize | 3 from 0-9 |
| Pick 3 Evening | Top Prize | 3 from 0-9 |
| Pick 4 Midday | Top Prize | 4 from 0-9 |
| Pick 4 Evening | Top Prize | 4 from 0-9 |
| CASH POP Midday | Top Prize | 1 from 1-15 |
| CASH POP Evening | Top Prize | 1 from 1-15 |
| Palmetto Cash 5 | Top Prize | 5 from 1-42 |
| Powerball | Jackpot | 5 from 1-69 + 1 from 1-26 |
| Mega Millions | Jackpot | 5 from 1-70 + 1 from 1-25 |
Game schedule
Advanced draws
| Game | Advanced Draws |
|---|---|
| Pick 3 Midday | up to 14 |
| Pick 3 Evening | up to 14 |
| Pick 4 Midday | up to 14 |
| Pick 4 Evening | up to 14 |
| CASH POP Midday | up to 6 |
| CASH POP Evening | up to 6 |
| Palmetto Cash 5 | up to 40 |
| Powerball | up to 30 |
| Mega Millions | up to 20 |
Ended games
The following games are no longer available in South Carolina. You can no longer claim prizes for these games.
| Game | Last Draw Date |
|---|---|
| Lucky for Life | Monday, June 28, 2021 |
Claiming prizes
Here's the process for claiming South Carolina Lottery prizes.
To claim a prize by mail, send the signed winning ticket to:
SC Education Lottery
P.O. Box 11039
Columbia, SC 29211-1039
Mail claims for prizes over $500 must also include a completed claim form and a copy of your ID.
Keep a copy of all claim documents for your records.
Options for claiming
| Prize | Options |
|---|---|
| $500 or less | Option 1 Claim at any local retailer. |
| Option 2 Claim at the South Carolina Lottery Headquarters. | |
| Option 3 Claim by mail. | |
| $501 to $100,000 | Option 1 Claim at the South Carolina Lottery Headquarters. |
| Option 2 Claim by mail. | |
| Over $100,000 | Claim at the South Carolina Lottery Headquarters. |
Claim centers
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South Carolina Lottery Headquarters
Phone
(803) 253-4004
Opening times
Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Tax information
Here are the taxes withheld by the South Carolina Lottery for all U.S. citizens or residents.
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| $500 to $5,000 | State Tax | 7% |
| Federal Tax | 0% | |
| Total: 7% |
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Over $5,000 | State Tax | 7% |
| Federal Tax | 24% | |
| Total: 31% |
If the winner is not a citizen or resident of the U.S., the South Carolina Lottery withholds a different amount for taxes.
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| $500 to $5,000 | State Tax | 7% |
| Federal Tax | 0% | |
| Total: 7% |
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Over $5,000 | State Tax | 7% |
| Federal Tax | 30% | |
| Total: 37% |
About the South Carolina Lottery
The South Carolina Education Lottery, as it's officially known, launched in 2002 after being approved by the state legislature the previous year.
The lottery offers the multi-state games Powerball and Mega Millions. In 2013, an anonymous ticket holder from the state won a Powerball jackpot worth nearly $400 million. In 2018, a South Carolina player won a Mega Millions jackpot worth $1.57 billion. Lottery players can also choose from daily draw and instant games.
In addition to funding prizes, proceeds from ticket sales also benefit education in the state. So far, the South Carolina Education Lottery has raised billions for education, including by funding college scholarships, community education, and K-12 programs.
To play South Carolina Lottery games, you must be 18 or older.
Contacts
Phone
(803) 737-2002; (866) 736-9819 - Toll-freePostal address
Columbia Lottery Headquarters: 1333 Main Street, 4th Floor Columbia, SC 29201FAQs
The South Carolina Lottery is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen tickets. Keep lottery tickets in a safe place. Signing your ticket helps prove you own it in case you lose it.
You must be 18 or older to purchase and redeem lottery tickets.
Yes. Lottery winnings in South Carolina are subject to both state and federal taxes. The South Carolina Education Lottery also withholds a percentage of certain lottery winnings for tax purposes. Check our Tax Information section for more details.
You have 180 days from the date of the draw to claim your winnings.
The South Carolina Lottery offers the following draw games: Palmetto Cash 5, Mega Millions, Powerball, Pick 3, Pick 4, and CASH POP.
Yes, South Carolina is one of the few states to allow winners to remain anonymous.
Yes, you can buy several tickets in advance for consecutive draws for all South Carolina Lottery games.
No, you can only buy tickets from licensed lottery retailers.
Proceeds from lottery ticket sales go toward several state education programs, including college scholarships, K-12 schools, and job training.
Use the following links to find results for the day you are looking for:
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday.
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