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

FAQs

Does North Carolina have a lottery? ›

Find results from your favorite North Carolina Lottery games below. Results are direct from the North Carolina Education Lottery. Dates under the latest numbers reflect the date of the most recent drawing.

What time is NC pick 3 drawing? ›

Daytime drawings are held at approximately 3:00 p.m. and evening drawings at approximately 11:22 p.m. Watch the live evening drawings on the official drawing stations.

What time is NC Powerball drawing tonight? ›

Drawings every Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 p.m. Watch the drawings online or on any of these stations: WRAL Raleigh (ch.5) WITN Greenville, New Bern & Washington (ch.7)

What pick 3 numbers come up the most? ›

What Are the Most Popular Pick 3 Numbers?
  • 107. 123. ...
  • 777. Often associated with luck, 777 is a favorite among hopefuls. ...
  • 999. The highest possible Pick 3 number, chosen for its distinctiveness. ...
  • 000. Triple zeros are selected for their uniqueness and simplicity. ...
  • 222. ...
  • 369. ...
  • 555. ...
  • 258.

Which lottery ticket has the best odds of winning in NC? ›

Odds of winning the lottery in NC

Lottery players in North Carolina have the best odds of winning the Carolina Pick 3 contest, with a 1 in 1,000 chance of selecting three numbers in the order they are drawn to win $500, according to the N.C. Education Lottery.

Does NC have a lottery app? ›

The NC Lottery Official Mobile App makes playing the lottery even more fun with the thrill of possibility at your fingertips!

How do you know if you won Powerball? ›

The easiest way to check the winning Powerball numbers is by going to the Powerball website. Visit www.powerball.com in your favorite web browser and look at the top of the main page to find the winning numbers. Powerball drawings happen on Wednesday and Saturday nights, so check back twice a week for updates.

Do you win money if you have three numbers in Powerball? ›

3 numbers - $7 again.

What day is Mega Millions? ›

Play Mega Millions for just $2. Purchase tickets at your local Lottery retailer or at your nearest Lottery vending machine. Drawings are every Tuesday and Friday at 8:00 p.m. Find out where to play here.

What is the best lottery number picking strategy? ›

In particular, pick random numbers. If you pick your favorite number or the day of your birthday like the 7th, which is the day of the next drawing, many people can be doing the same and that puts a lot of numbers between 1 and 31. Picking your own numbers doesn't change the odds of winning.

What lottery numbers are most likely? ›

The best numbers for the National Lottery Lotto
  • The number 5 has been pulled 26 times. This is more than any other number.
  • The number 8 has been pulled 25 times.
  • The numbers 6, 10 and 26 have been pulled 24 times.

What are the most popular 3 digit numbers? ›

Expert-Verified Answer. Answer: The most common 3 digit number is 100. Step 1: A 3 digit number is any number between 100 and 999. Step 2: The most common 3 digit number is 100 because it is the lowest possible 3 digit number, so it has the highest frequency of occurrence.

Is lottery legal in North Carolina? ›

Legal forms of gambling in the U.S. state of North Carolina include the North Carolina Education Lottery, three Indian casinos, charitable bingo and raffles, and low-stakes "beach bingo".

Can you buy lottery tickets in North Carolina? ›

Yes. You can purchase tickets online through the mobile North Carolina Lottery app. The mobile app offers draw-based and scratch off (instant win) games available for purchase. You can even check for draw-based and scratch off lottery wins on the app.

How much is Mega Millions, NC? ›

Each Mega Millions play is $2 (add Megaplier for $1). Up to five sets of numbers can be played per play slip.

Do you have to tell if you win the lottery in NC? ›

“In North Carolina, the law allows a winner of a lottery prize of $50 million or more to opt to stay anonymous for 90 days after they claim the prize. A winner also has 180 days to claim the jackpot.

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