Mega Millions in South Carolina

What the jackpot is worth in South Carolina

South Carolina taxes lottery prizes at 5.21% (its top rate). With the current $321 million estimate, taking the $131.1 million cash option leaves about $75,812,690 after federal and state taxes. With the annuity, the first payment comes to about $2,842,130 after taxes, and all 30 payments add up to about $187,005,892.

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Buying Mega Millions tickets in South Carolina

Mega Millions tickets are sold at licensed retailers across South Carolina.

• Powerball sales stop at 9:59 p.m. (Mon, Wed, Sat) and Mega Millions sales stop at 10:00 p.m. (Tue, Fri) on draw nights.
• Players must be 18 or older.

Claiming a Mega Millions prize in South Carolina

• Smaller prizes, up to $500, can be claimed at South Carolina lottery retailers.
• Prizes over $500 and up to $100,000 can be claimed by mail or at the Columbia Claims Center, 1303 Assembly St. Prizes over $100,000 are claimed in person at the Columbia Claims Center.
• Claim deadline: Up to 180 days after the draw date printed on the ticket.
• Yes, the Lottery won't release a winner's name without their written consent, though it can share the town where they live.

Details on the official South Carolina lottery site.

Questions about Mega Millions in South Carolina