South Carolina Powerball Results, Winners & Payout
Latest winning numbers, every jackpot and Match 5 winner from South Carolina since 2015, and what you would really take home after South Carolina taxes.
Next jackpot · Wednesday, October 28
$716 Million
≈ $174.5 Million cash after federal & South Carolina taxes
South Carolina tax on lottery winnings: 6.2%
Jackpots won in South Carolina
0
since Oct 2015
Jackpot money won
—
advertised value, shared jackpots split
South Carolina Powerball payout calculator
Lump sum (cash option)
$174,489,600
after taxes
- Cash value
- $307,200,000
- Federal tax (37%)
- −$113,664,000
- South Carolina tax (6.2%)
- −$19,046,400
Annuity (30 payments over 29 years)
$406,688,000
total after taxes
- First payment (after tax)
- $6,121,238
- Last payment (after tax)
- $25,195,846
- Yearly increase
- +5%
Estimates only: federal tax computed at the top 37% bracket (24% is withheld at payout, the rest is due when you file), state rates are approximate 2026 top rates. Local taxes, deductions and your personal situation can change the result — talk to a tax professional before claiming a prize.
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South Carolina Powerball FAQ
Can you play Powerball in South Carolina?+
Yes. South Carolina is one of the 48 Powerball jurisdictions (45 states, Washington DC, Puerto Rico and the US Virgin Islands). Tickets cost $2 ($3 with Power Play) and drawings are held Monday, Wednesday and Saturday at 10:59 PM Eastern Time.
How much tax do you pay on Powerball winnings in South Carolina?+
South Carolina taxes lottery winnings at about 6.2% (approximate 2026 top rate), on top of federal income tax of up to 37% (24% is withheld when the prize is paid). On the current $716 Million jackpot, a South Carolina winner taking the cash option would keep about $174.5 Million.
Has anyone won the Powerball jackpot in South Carolina?+
Not since the current game format started in October 2015, but South Carolina players have won 22 Match 5 prizes ($1 million or $2 million with Power Play) over that period.
When is the next Powerball drawing in South Carolina?+
The next Powerball drawing is Wednesday, October 28 at 10:59 PM ET. Sales close shortly before the drawing — check the South Carolina Lottery for the exact cut-off time.
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Winner locations come from official Multi-State Lottery Association results. Tax figures are estimates — confirm with the South Carolina Lottery or a tax professional. Powerball AI is independent and not affiliated with any lottery. Play responsibly — 1-800-GAMBLER.