North Carolina Lottery
Latest numbers
| Game | Est. Jackpot | Result | More results |
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Pick 3 Daytime
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Top prize: $500 |
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Go to Pick 3 Daytime |
Pick 3 Evening
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Top prize: $500 |
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Go to Pick 3 Evening |
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Pick 4 Daytime
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Top prize: $5,000 |
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Go to Pick 4 Daytime |
Pick 4 Evening
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Top prize: $5,000 |
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Go to Pick 4 Evening |
Cash POP Morning Buzz
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Top prize: $250 |
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Go to Cash POP Morning Buzz |
Cash POP Lunch Rush
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Top prize: $250 |
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Go to Cash POP Lunch Rush |
Cash POP Clock Out Cash
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Top prize: $250 |
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Go to Cash POP Clock Out Cash |
Cash POP Primetime POP
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Top prize: $250 |
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Go to Cash POP Primetime POP |
Cash POP Midnight Money
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Top prize: $250 |
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Go to Cash POP Midnight Money |
Cash 5
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Est. jackpot: $130,000 |
Main draw
Double Play
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Go to Cash 5 |
Powerball
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Est. jackpot: $37 Million |
Main draw
Double Play
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Go to Powerball |
Mega Millions
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Est. jackpot: $496 Million |
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Go to Mega Millions |
Millionaire for Life
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Top prize: $1 Million Per year for life |
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Go to Millionaire for Life |
Mini 3
Contents
Games
| Game Name | Prize Type | Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Pick 3 Daytime | Top Prize | 3 from 0–9 |
| Pick 3 Evening | Top Prize | 3 from 0–9 |
| Pick 4 Daytime | Top Prize | 4 from 0–9 |
| Pick 4 Evening | Top Prize | 4 from 0–9 |
| Cash POP Morning Buzz | Top Prize | 1 from 1–15 |
| Cash POP Lunch Rush | Top Prize | 1 from 1–15 |
| Cash POP Clock Out Cash | Top Prize | 1 from 1–15 |
| Cash POP Primetime POP | Top Prize | 1 from 1–15 |
| Cash POP Midnight Money | Top Prize | 1 from 1–15 |
| Cash 5 | Jackpot | 5 from 1–43 |
| Powerball | Jackpot | 5 from 1–69 + 1 from 1–26 |
| Mega Millions | Jackpot | 5 from 1–70 + 1 from 1–25 |
| Millionaire for Life | Top Prize | 5 from 1–58 + 1 from 1–5 |
Game schedule
Advanced draws
| Game | Advanced Draws |
|---|---|
| Pick 3 Daytime | up to 7 |
| Pick 3 Evening | up to 7 |
| Pick 4 Daytime | up to 7 |
| Pick 4 Evening | up to 7 |
| Cash POP Morning Buzz | up to 5 |
| Cash POP Lunch Rush | up to 5 |
| Cash POP Clock Out Cash | up to 5 |
| Cash POP Primetime POP | up to 5 |
| Cash POP Midnight Money | up to 5 |
| Cash 5 | up to 28 |
| Powerball | up to 30 |
| Mega Millions | up to 26 |
| Millionaire for Life | up to 28 |
Retired games
The following game is no longer available in North Carolina. You can still claim prizes for this game if they are within the claim date period.
| Game | Last Draw Date | Last Claim Date |
|---|---|---|
| Lucky for Life | Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 | Thursday, Aug 20, 2026 |
Claiming prizes
Here's the process for claiming North Carolina Lottery prizes.
To claim a prize by mail, send the signed winning ticket to:
NC Lottery,
P.O. Box 41606
Raleigh, NC 27629-1606
When claiming prizes of $600 or more, you must also include a completed claim form, proof of your Social Security card, and a copy of your ID.
Keep a copy of all claim documents for your records.
Claim Centers
Tax information
Here are the taxes withheld from the lottery winnings of U.S. citizens or residents.
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| $600 to $5,000 | State Tax | 4.25% |
| Federal Tax | 0% | |
| Â | Â | Total: 4.25% |
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Over $5,000 | State Tax | 4.25% |
| Federal Tax | 24% | |
| Â | Â | Total: 28.25% |
If the winner is not a U.S. citizen or resident, the taxes withheld by the North Carolina Lottery are different.
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| $600 to $5,000 | State Tax | 4.25% |
| Federal Tax | 0% | |
| Â | Â | Total: 4.25% |
| Winnings | Tax | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Over $5,000 | State Tax | 4.25% |
| Federal Tax | 30% | |
| Â | Â | Total: 34.25% |
About the North Carolina Lottery
The North Carolina Education Lottery was approved by the state legislature in 2005. The lottery's official name reflects its dedicated purpose: funding education throughout the state.
Since its establishment, profits from North Carolina Lottery ticket sales have been directed exclusively to education. Lottery revenue supports a range of educational initiatives spanning from early childhood programs through higher education, including preschool services, K-12 schools, and college scholarships.
The North Carolina Lottery joined major multi-state lottery games in the mid-2000s and 2010s, giving residents access to larger jackpots. The state also offers its own lottery games, including daily draws, jackpot games, and scratch-off tickets.
Contacts
Phone
(877) 382-4530, opt. 2Postal address
North Carolina Lottery Headquarters: 2728 Capital Blvd., Suite 144, Raleigh, NC 27604FAQs
You need to be 18 or older to purchase and redeem lottery tickets.
You have 180 days from the date of the draw to claim your winnings.
The North Carolina Lottery is not responsible for lost, damaged, or stolen tickets. Keep tickets safe. Signing your ticket helps prove you own it in case you lose it.
In North Carolina, a jackpot winner's name, city, county, and prize amount is made public unless the winner produces a valid protective order or an Address Confidentiality Program authorization.
We suggest that you consult a lawyer before claiming any big prizes, however, as it may be possible to claim your prize through a trust to retain your anonymity.
You cannot buy tickets through the mail or over the phone. You must purchase your North Carolina Lottery tickets at a licensed retailer, online, or through the North Carolina Lottery Official Mobile App.
You can choose from Pick 3, Pick 4, Cash POP, Cash 5, Millionaire for Life, Powerball, and Mega Millions.
In North Carolina, all lottery prizes are subject to federal and state taxes. The North Carolina Lottery also withholds taxes on certain lottery winnings. Check our Tax Information section for more details.
Yes. For all North Carolina Lottery games, you can purchase multiple tickets for consecutive draws in advance.
The North Carolina Lottery uses proceeds from ticket sales to assist various educational initiatives in the state. State legislators direct how these funds are used every year. Last year, most of the money went to teacher salaries, school construction, and Pre-K programs.
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