North Carolina (NC) Education Lottery - Winning Numbers & Results (2024)

North Carolina Lottery COVID-19 update

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, operating hours for North 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 NamePrize TypeNumbers
Pick 3 DaytimeTop Prize3 from 0-9
Pick 3 EveningTop Prize3 from 0-9
Pick 4 DaytimeTop Prize4 from 0-9
Pick 4 EveningTop Prize4 from 0-9
Cash 5Jackpot5 from 1-43
PowerballJackpot5 from 1-69 + 1 from 1-26
Mega MillionsJackpot5 from 1-70 + 1 from 1-25
Lucky for LifeTop Prize5 from 1-48 + 1 from 1-18

Game schedule

Advanced draws

GameAdvanced Draws
Pick 3 Daytimeup to 7
Pick 3 Eveningup to 7
Pick 4 Daytimeup to 7
Pick 4 Eveningup to 7
Cash 5up to 28
Powerballup to 30
Mega Millionsup to 26
Lucky for Lifeup to 28

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.

Options for claiming

Claim centers

Tax information

Here are the taxes withheld from the lottery winnings of U.S. citizens or residents.

North Carolina Lottery tax withholdings on winnings from $600 to $5,000 for U.S. citizens or residents
WinningsTaxPercentage
$600 to $5,000State Tax4.5%
Federal Tax0%
Total: 4.5%
North Carolina Lottery tax withholdings on winnings over $5,000 for U.S. citizens or residents
WinningsTaxPercentage
Over $5,000State Tax4.5%
Federal Tax24%
Total: 28.5%

If the winner is not a U.S. citizen or resident, the taxes withheld by the North Carolina Lottery are different.

North Carolina Lottery tax withholdings on winnings of $600 to $5,000 for non-U.S. citizens or non-residents
WinningsTaxPercentage
$600 to $5,000State Tax4.5%
Federal Tax0%
Total: 4.5%
North Carolina Lottery tax withholdings on winnings over $5,000 for non-U.S. citizens or non-residents
WinningsTaxPercentage
Over $5,000State Tax4.5%
Federal Tax30%
Total: 34.5%

About the North Carolina Lottery

The state legislature approved the North Carolina Education Lottery in 2005. Since then, profits from ticket sales have gone toward education in North Carolina, funding various initiatives from preschool programs to college scholarships.

The North Carolina Lottery joined Powerball in 2006, followed by Mega Millions in 2010. The lottery also offers its own daily draw, jackpot, and scratch-off games.

Contacts

Phone

(877) 382-4530, opt. 2

Postal address

North Carolina Lottery Headquarters: 2728 Capital Blvd., Suite 144, Raleigh, NC 27604

FAQs

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 5, Lucky 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.

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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