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Current guide to South Carolina (SC) lottery results, game schedules, odds, and prize-claim rules.
View the most recent winning numbers, prizes, and jackpots for all South Carolina lottery games.
| Game | Winning Numbers | Prize & Details |
|---|---|---|
Pick 3 Midday | 7 3 9 | Top Prize $500 |
Pick 3 Evening | 4 0 3 | Top Prize $500 |
Pick 4 Midday | 8 6 6 6 | Top Prize $5K |
Pick 4 Evening | 6 9 5 9 | Top Prize $5K |
Palmetto Cash 5 | 8 17 27 30 38 | Est. Jackpot $150K |
Cash Pop Midday | 7 | Top Prize $250 |
Cash Pop Evening | 15 | Top Prize $250 |
Source: Official South Carolina Lottery. Results verified after each drawing.
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South Carolina launched its lottery in 2002, giving players access to four draw games: Cash Pop, Pick 3, Pick 4, and Palmetto Cash 5. Beyond those daily drawings, the lottery offers a wide selection of scratch-off tickets across the state. It's become a staple part of how many South Carolinians play for a chance at some serious winnings.
South Carolina Lottery profits go directly to the state's education system, supporting everything from public school operations to college scholarships and workforce development programs. Every dollar from ticket sales strengthens the state's ability to fund classrooms, teachers, and educational infrastructure across South Carolina. It's a straightforward trade-off where players help build a stronger educational foundation for the entire state.
This page covers buying rules, results verification, privacy guidance, claim procedures, and tax planning for South Carolina players.
View All GamesPurchase South Carolina lottery tickets at authorized retailers across the state. Choose your numbers, check game-specific cutoff times, and play responsibly.
Buy tickets only from licensed lottery retailers. Phone, mail, and direct internet purchases are not part of the standard Arizona ticket-buying flow.
Authorized retailers accept cash and debit cards. Credit cards may be restricted or unavailable at many locations.
Around 10:00 PM, with exact cutoff times varying by game and drawing.
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Visit official app or site →Find the latest winning numbers in the results table above, or use our ticket checker to see if you've won. Results are updated shortly after drawings are posted on the official website.
Start here for a quick self-check. Compare the latest South Carolina winning numbers and test a ticket without leaving the page.
Use SCEL Players' Club Rewards or the official website for scans, posted numbers, claim instructions, and final confirmation.
An authorized South Carolina retailer can scan your ticket on an official terminal before you begin a claim.
Always confirm a winning ticket with an authorized retailer or the official South Carolina lottery before you begin a prize claim. Published results help you check numbers quickly, but the official lottery remains the final authority.
Posted numbers, claim forms, game notices, and official instructions.
Scan tickets, check results, and access official account or retailer tools on mobile.
Use an authorized retailer for an in-store terminal scan before claiming a prize.
Learn about your privacy options and legal requirements if you win the lottery in South Carolina. Understand whether you can remain anonymous and what steps you can take to protect your identity.
South Carolina allows lottery winners to keep their identity private under the state's published lottery rules. Review the state-specific disclosure requirements before you claim.
South Carolina lets winners stay anonymous. That's a big deal. You can claim your prize without revealing your identity to the public, which shields you from unwanted attention and solicitation. Here's the catch though. You can't use a trust or LLC to claim on your behalf. The lottery requires the actual winner to come forward personally, even if you'd prefer privacy. This rule exists to prevent fraud and ensure accountability. The anonymity protection covers your name, city, and other identifying details in public records. Media outlets and the general public won't know who you are. Still, lottery officials and tax authorities will have your information for legal and financial purposes, which is unavoidable. Winners should understand this carefully. You get privacy from the public eye, but not from government oversight. It's a reasonable middle ground between protection and transparency.
South Carolina prizes usually must be claimed within 180 days. Your prize amount determines whether the claim starts at a retailer, by mail, or with the lottery office.
Start here. Your prize amount determines where the claim begins and whether mail handling is possible.
Claim at an authorized lottery retailer.
Fastest route for smaller prizes
Use a lottery office or mail claim.
Mail claims allowed for this tier
Top-tier prizes may require headquarters handling or an appointment.
Large-prize procedures may be stricter
Sign the back of the ticket as soon as possible so you can establish ownership before beginning the claim.
Check the numbers again using the official lottery tools or a retailer scan before you complete any claim paperwork.
Use the prize threshold ladder below to decide whether the claim belongs at a retailer, by mail, or at a lottery office.
Gather the signed ticket, identification, and any claim form or tax information required for the prize amount.
Most prizes must be claimed within 180 days. Once that deadline passes, the ticket is no longer valid for payment.
South Carolina's unclaimed lottery winnings? They funnel straight into the Education Lottery Account, bolstering public school funding across the state. It's basically a win-win, even when nobody collects. Players who miss deadlines (typically 180 days) essentially donate their prize money to K-12 education programs, which honestly beats letting it sit in some vault.
Federal withholding usually starts at 24% on larger prizes, and South Carolina applies 7% state tax where required. Use this section to understand what gets withheld, how payout choice affects taxes, and when to use the calculator for a personalized estimate.
The IRS generally withholds 24% on prizes above $5,000. South Carolina also applies a 7% state rate where required.
Withholding is only an initial payment toward your eventual tax liability. Your total income, filing situation, and local rules can all push the real outcome higher or lower.
When you want a personalized estimate, use the calculator to compare lump sum and annuity outcomes with federal, state, and local tax detail where applicable.
Go deeper once you have checked the basics. See which numbers are appearing most frequently, which ones are running cold, and how recent draw history looks across South Carolina games.
South Carolina participates in Powerball, Mega Millions, and other nationwide lottery games with jackpots reaching hundreds of millions of dollars. These games combine ticket sales from multiple states to create massive prize pools.
Pick 5 numbers from 1-69 and 1 Powerball from 1-26 for jackpots that start at $20 million.
Pick 5 numbers from 1-70 and 1 Mega Ball from 1-24 for jackpots that start at $50 million.
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The fastest way to check South Carolina lottery results is right here on this page! We update winning numbers immediately after each drawing. Scroll to the results table above to see the latest numbers for all South Carolina lottery games.
Getting started with the South Carolina lottery is easy! First, visit any authorized lottery retailer (look for the official lottery logo at convenience stores, gas stations, or grocery stores). Choose a game from South Carolina's 4 available lottery games—beginners often start with daily draw games or smaller state games for better odds and more frequent drawings. Tell the retailer which game you want to play and either pick your own numbers or request a "Quick Pick" for randomly selected numbers. Tickets typically cost $1-$5 depending on the game. Always purchase tickets before the sales cutoff time (usually 1-2 hours before the drawing). For help choosing which game is right for you, visit our complete games guide with detailed comparisons, odds, and selection advice for all South Carolina lottery games.
South Carolina currently offers 4 lottery games, including Cash Pop Evening, Palmetto Cash 5, Pick 3 Evening, and more. Each game has different odds, jackpot sizes, and drawing schedules. For detailed game comparisons, odds analysis, and help choosing the right game for you, visit our South Carolina games overview page.
South Carolina lottery winnings are subject to both federal taxes (24% withholding on winnings over $5,000) and South Carolina state taxes at a rate of 7%. Use our South Carolina lottery tax calculator to instantly calculate your potential take-home amount after all taxes. The calculator factors in federal, state, and local taxes to give you an accurate estimate.
Lottery tickets are available at thousands of authorized retailers throughout South Carolina, including convenience stores, gas stations, grocery stores, and liquor stores. Look for the official lottery logo at retailers. Always purchase tickets before the sales cutoff time (usually 1-2 hours before the drawing). Check the drawing calendar for exact sales cutoff times for each South Carolina lottery game.
South Carolina lottery games have different drawing schedules ranging from daily to weekly drawings. Many state-specific games draw multiple times per week. Use our South Carolina Lottery Drawing Calendar to view the complete weekly drawing schedule for all South Carolina lottery games, including exact times and sales cutoffs.
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